Learn More About the S'Wipe Gut Health Test
Welcome to the future of gut health analysis with the Arome S'Wipe Kit! Our innovative solution allows you to easily collect and analyze stool samples from the comfort of your home, providing detailed insights into your gut microbiome. The S-Wipe Kit is designed to help you understand and improve your digestive health through comprehensive reporting and personalized dietary recommendations.
What is the S'Wipe Kit?
The Arome S-Wipe Kit is a user-friendly, non-invasive tool for at-home stool sample collection and gut health analysis. By tracking key gut health markers, including Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs) and other compounds, the S-Wipe Kit provides a thorough understanding of your digestive health.
Key Features
Easy Collection: Simple, non-invasive stool sample collection process.
Comprehensive Analysis: Detailed insights into SCFAs, MCFAs, and other important gut health markers.
Personalized Recommendations: Tailored dietary advice to improve gut health.
Detailed Reporting: Receive a 'Poop smell score' and personalized fiber intervention recommendations.
What Are Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs)?
SCFAs are produced by gut bacteria from undigested fiber and play a crucial role in digestion, immune function, and overall gut health. The primary SCFAs include acetic, propionic, and butyric acids. Tracking SCFA levels in your stool can provide valuable insights into your gut health, including digestion efficiency and immune support.
Understanding Your Results
Your S-Wipe report includes a detailed analysis of your SCFA levels, comparing them to typical levels found in other people. Here’s a breakdown of what each SCFA indicates:
Acetic Acid: Crucial for nutrient absorption and immune function. Ideal levels should be around 60% of total SCFAs.
Propionic Acid: Helps reduce cholesterol levels and plays a role in preventing cancer development. It should make up about 20% of total SCFAs.
Butyric Acid: Benefits include improved symptoms of IBS and Crohn’s disease. It should also be about 20% of total SCFAs.
Personalized Fiber Intake Suggestions
Your report provides personalized fiber intake suggestions to help balance your SCFA levels. For example:
Whole Grains: Decrease acetic acid and increase propionic acid. Sources include brown rice, oats, quinoa, and barley.
AXOS (Arabinoxylan-oligosaccharides): Increase butyric acid. Sources include wheat bran, oat bran, and rye bran.
The overall Stool Smell Score measures the levels of four key compounds: p-cresol, indole, skatole, and phenol. These compounds contribute to the characteristic smell of stool, and their levels can indicate the state of your gut health.
Fresh (0-3): Low levels of odor-causing compounds.
Normal (4-6): Average levels, typical stool smell.
Foul (7-10): High levels, strong unpleasant odor.
Overall Stool Smell Score
P-Cresol, Indole, Skatole, and Phenol are involved in gut health:
▶ These compounds are produced when gut bacteria break down proteins and other substances.
▶ Their levels can very widely among individuals, depending on diet and gut health.
▶ High levels often result from excessive protein intake or specific dietary factors.
▶ They are removed by the liver but can accumulate in the body, causing toxic effect.
▶ All four contribute to the foul smell of bowel movements. Reducing their levels can improve stool odor and indicate better digestion and gut health.