Functional Medicine Testing

Food Sensitivity Testing Options at Helms Chiropractic & Acupuncture

At Helms Chiropractic & Acupuncture, we know how frustrating it can be to deal with unexplained symptoms like bloating, fatigue, skin issues, or chronic inflammation. That’s why we offer two highly effective, non-invasive testing options to help uncover hidden food sensitivities, nutrient imbalances, and toxin exposure that may be impacting your health.

1. Healthy Lab Solutions Hair Analysis Test Kit

This test uses a small hair sample to screen for over 800 potential stressors, including:

400 common food sensitivities
325 environmental sensitivities (like pollen, mold, and chemicals)
50 essential nutrients
50 heavy metals and toxins

It’s a great choice for those looking for a broad overview of sensitivities and imbalances. This test is painless, affordable, and easy to perform either in-office or with a kit that can be drop-shipped to your home.

2. Food Align Test Kits

Food Align uses a finger-prick blood spot test to identify delayed IgG food sensitivities—the type of immune reaction that may take hours or days to show symptoms. Their kits analyze your body's response to up to 250 foods, spices, and additives, providing a clinical-level, in-depth look at how your immune system reacts to your diet. This test is especially helpful for patients with persistent digestive issues, skin flare-ups, joint pain, and other chronic inflammatory symptoms.

Who Can Benefit?

This test is ideal for both adults and children who are experiencing chronic or unexplained symptoms such as:

Bloating, gas, or other digestive discomfort
Fatigue or low energy
Brain fog, difficulty concentrating
Skin issues (acne, eczema, rashes)
Headaches or migraines
Sinus congestion or allergies
Joint pain or inflammation
Mood imbalances or irritability

If you’ve tried changing your diet, lifestyle, or supplements and still aren’t feeling your best, this test may help uncover hidden sensitivities and deficiencies that are often missed by traditional testing.

How to Get Started?

Dr. Taylor will personally review your results and design a treatment plan based on your unique findings. Testing can be done in-office, at home, or you can schedule a virtual consult to determine which option is best for you. You have flexible options to fit your lifestyle:

In-Office Testing: Schedule an appointment with Dr. Taylor to collect your hair or blood sample.
At-Home Kit: We can drop-ship a test kit directly to your home with simple instructions for collection and return.
Virtual Consult: Not sure if this test is right for you? Book a virtual consultation with Dr. Taylor to learn more.

Let’s uncover the root cause of your symptoms—so you can start feeling your best, naturally.