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Beneficial Gut Bacteria: What Your Index Score Shows

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All NiaHealth tests are processed in Canadian-certified labs, which are highly trusted by the medical community for their accuracy and reliability. Blood and urine samples are collected by licensed medical professionals and processed using state-of-the-art equipment. NiaHealth is SOC2 Type 2 certified.

This result shows if there are enough beneficial bacteria in your gut. A higher abundance of beneficial bacteria reduces your risk of several diseases and provides the foundation for a healthy metabolism and immune system. Beneficial bacteria also help by competing with and suppressing other potentially harmful species.

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Beneficial Bacteria Index is part of our Gut Microbiome Test add-on, starting from $390.

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SOC2 Type 2 certified

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Tanya ter Keurs
Clinically reviewed by  
Tanya ter Keurs
, NP · Last reviewed  
2026-08-05

This information is educational and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Your results should be interpreted with a qualified healthcare professional in the context of your health history.