A Comprehensive Approach to Recurrent UTIs

Clinically reviewed by Adair Anderson, MS, RDN, LDN The number of urinary tract infections (UTIs) has increased worldwide, from around 252 million in ...

The Hidden Role of the Oral Microbiome on Overall Health

Clinically reviewed by Adair Anderson, MS, RDN, LDN The oral microbiome, a complex community of microorganisms in the oral cavity, plays a significant...

Advancing Lyme & Tickborne Disease Diagnosis with Microarray Technology

Diagnosing Lyme disease and associated co-infections has historically been complex, with conventional ELISA and blot methods offering limited sensitiv...

Blood vs. Urine Heavy Metals Testing: What's the Difference?

In the modern world, heavy metals have become an increasing concern due to their pervasive presence in the environment and potential health risks asso...

Understanding Lectin Sensitivity: A Guide for Patients and Healthcare Providers

Lectins are sugar-binding proteins found in several common foods, including grains, legumes, and nightshades like tomatoes and peppers. While lectins ...

Research Spotlight: Gut Commensals and Their Metabolites in Health and Disease

While the gut's role in digestion is well known, its impact extends far beyond the GI tract. The gut microbiome, a complex community of microorganisms...

Precision in Practice: Why CAP Accreditation Sets Vibrant Apart

In the functional lab testing industry, CAPaccreditation is incredibly rare.That’s why we’reproud to have been CAP accredited for over seven years, un...

Clinical Team Spotlight: Greer McGuinness, MS, RD, CDN, CLT, Dt.Sp

Meet Greer McGuinness, a Vibrant Clinical Lab Educator based in Long Island, New York. In this month’s Clinical Team Spotlight, we explore Greer’s uni...

The Link Between Heavy Metals & Autoimmune Disease

In today's world, there are numerous concerning toxins and environmental pollutants for human health. One troubling toxin that may be lurking behind y...