Probiotics and Gut Health

Sep 24, 2025

At Well Humans, we know that persistent digestive issues like gut bloating, irregular bowel movements, and food sensitivities often point to deeper imbalances in your gut microbiome. As a board-certified and functionally trained health coach, I specialize in helping clients get to the root of these chronic symptoms—often starting with the powerful role of probiotics and the balance of gut bacteria. If you’ve been diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) or feel dismissed by traditional care, our functional approach offers clarity, science-backed solutions, and lasting relief.

Your gut microbiome—the community of trillions of microbes living in your digestive tract—impacts nearly every aspect of your health, from digestion to mood to immune response. When this ecosystem is disrupted, it can lead to symptoms like gut bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and even systemic inflammation. While many turn to probiotics as a quick fix, not all probiotic strains are appropriate for every condition, especially for those with IBS or SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth). That’s why targeted testing is key to understanding your unique microbial landscape.

At Well Humans, we use advanced stool and gut testing to assess your microbiome diversity, the presence of pathogenic bacteria or yeast, and the need for specific probiotic strains. This data-driven approach allows us to develop a personalized plan that includes the right probiotic supplements—if and when they’re appropriate—along with therapeutic nutrition and lifestyle adjustments to support long-term gut healing. Probiotics can be incredibly effective, but only when used strategically and in harmony with your body’s needs.

If you’re struggling with IBS, chronic gut bloating, or unexplained symptoms that affect your energy, mood, or metabolism, it’s time to go beyond the guesswork. At Well Humans, we help you understand what’s really going on in your gut and guide you with customized support every step of the way. With the right tools and expertise, you can rebalance your gut microbiome and reclaim the vibrant health you deserve.

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carla alpert functional medicine practitioner

Hello and Welcome! My name is Carla Alpert, and I’m a Board Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach and Diagnostic Practitioner, focusing on the gut and how it affects your overall health. Think of me as a health detective and wellness coach working in partnership with you to restore your health. We work together to uncover the contributing factors to your chronic symptoms, to eat well, sleep well, move more and stress less.

I love the GI MAP test because it helps my clients and I discover gut dysfunction that may be contributing to daily digestive issues as well as other chronic symptoms like anxiety, fatigue and brain fog. I created this GI MAP Coaching Package to help you stop struggling with your health and get back to living your best life.

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What Clients Are Saying

Carla really helped me to figure out my gut pain and issues after so many years. I finally feel like I have energy and clarity around my health! She was so easy to talk to and helped me discover problem areas that were causing me so much distress, when no other doctors could help.
VICTORIA

Well Humans changed my life. I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis accompanied by chronic hives. It sprang up out of nowhere and caused bizarre “food allergies” that I’d never had before. Because of Carla’s coaching and dietary recommendations as well as GI Map testing, I can happily say that I am now symptom-free, and I have been in remission for over a year now. All of the doctors I saw told me I would have to deal with my symptoms because there was no cure, but here I am, back to living a mostly normal life. I highly recommend Carla and Well Humans for anyone looking for real answers and treatments that work.
KALYN

When working with Carla, you are in capable, compassionate, knowledgeable and caring hands. Carla truly cares about your well being and wants to help you be the healthiest that you can be. My health was truly suffering and with her guidance and suggested testing, we uncovered some issues that nobody else had uncovered, despite my going to some of the top rated medical institutions. My health and pain improved greatly due to Carla’s sleuthing…she knew where to look. Through many health challenges, I was quite emotional and Carla showed me what compassion looks like. If you want to truly improve your health, start with Well Humans.
BETH

Over years, I’ve tried various “alternative” medicine as well as conventional “western” medicine approaches. Skin ailments are hard to treat – so many aspects of a life can produce skin symptoms. I enthusiastically recommend Well Humans and Carla for a simple reason – I’ve experienced sustained, substantial improvement! I have hardly ever posted a review of anything, but writing this was an easy choice to make. I wish you all the best in your journey towards better health!
JON

I searched the U.S. to find someone who does what Carla does. Carla has used her knowledge, support and expertise to optimize my health and well-being with a blend of scientific medical tests, supplements and diet changes. I wasted a lot of time on my hunches, the internet and experiments with supplements and food and NOW i have an actual plan. Superb supportive knowledge and guidance. I highly recommend Carla. Grateful.
LISA

I never knew that I had a gluten allergy and intolerance until Carla discovered it in my blood work! I’m so grateful that she made this discovery and I have been gluten free ever since. I sleep better, don’t feel bloated and have much more energy. It was a life-changing insight.
ROB

Carla is very knowledgeable and kind. She helped me navigate a health issue with grace and the utmost care. Carla goes above and beyond with her clients and I highly recommend her. She genuinely cares!
ALLISON

I have been working with Carla for quite some time and she has helped me turn my life and health around. She is non-judgmental, and always wants the best for her clients. She is extremely knowledgeable and has a fantastic bedside manner. She has truly changed my life for the better and I will always be grateful for everything she has done.
ROB

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