Gut Zoomer & Food Sensitivity Pinnertest ~ Boston, Massachusetts
Analyze your gut’s microbiome with the Gut Zoomer. Restore balance in your gut with our Full Gut Restoration Appointment Bundle. Reduce discomfort, bloating, gas, and diarrhea. Stop feeling sick. Reduce inflammation. Feel more confident with your food choices. Take control of your life. Identify the foods and beverages that might be causing your discomfort with the Pinnertest.
Food allergies are immune reactions to otherwise harmless foods. Responses are usually immediate and can be life-threatening. Symptoms include rashes, swelling, breathing difficulty, and light-headedness. If these occur, seek medical care right away.
Food intolerances occur when the body can’t properly process or digest certain foods. The most common is lactose intolerance; as we age, we produce less lactase, causing lactose to build up in the digestive tract. Other common intolerances include caffeine, gluten, and salicylates. Many people experience bloating, gas, diarrhea, and similar digestive symptoms as a result.
Food sensitivities can be challenging to identify. They can cause a wide range of symptoms—from joint pain and fatigue to rashes and brain fog—that are often hard to pinpoint. Unlike allergies, which trigger immediate reactions, sensitivities may appear 24–72 hours after eating certain foods and often depend on how much of the food is consumed.
Food Allergies: Reading labels is essential for safety. Nutrition education for you and your family is critical when someone is dealing with an allergy. Our pediatric nutrition specialist can help you and your child manage social events (the dreaded birthday parties) and restaurant eating.
Always check food and cosmetic labels every time you buy, since companies can change ingredients without warning.
Food Intolerances: The most reliable method to manage food intolerance is through a medically-supervised elimination diet. We can guide you through elimination and reintroduction. Oftentimes with food intolerance, complete elimination is not necessary.
Food Sensitivities: We use advanced testing, such as the Gut Zoomer, to identify harmful bacteria or viruses, and may also use food sensitivity tests like the Pinnertest to find trigger foods.
With this information, we design a personalized nutrition plan that removes problem foods while still meeting all your nutrient needs—helping you heal without fear or unnecessary restriction.
*All of these diets require the elimination of some foods. A dietitian can ensure you receive the necessary nutrients and calories and can help you avoid disordered eating.
Sometimes the cause of food sensitivity isn’t the food itself. Your body may be responding to a bacterial or “hidden” viral infection, or conditions like small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). As functional dietitians, we focus on understanding the root cause of symptoms, which is why we often begin with the Gut Zoomer test. It’s one of the most comprehensive digestive health tests available, assessing bacteria, yeast, viruses, and parasites in the gut microbiome, along with key digestive and inflammatory markers, and evaluating hundreds of microbial species at once.
The Gut Zoomer sensitivity test is a stool test that evaluates bacteria, yeast, viruses, and parasites in the gut microbiome, along with key digestive and inflammatory markers. It measures hundreds of microbial species at once and is currently one of the most comprehensive digestive health tests available.
As functional dietitian nutritionists, we always ask why. This test helps uncover the root cause of symptoms so we can tailor nutrition interventions that truly help you feel better. It may be helpful if you experience:
Autoimmune conditions • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis) • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) • Celiac disease • Cardiovascular disease • Metabolic syndrome • Diabetes • Liver or gallbladder issues • Neurological concerns • Mood changes • Skin rashes (eczema, dermatitis) • Inflammation • SIBO • Fatigue • Gas and bloating • Indigestion • Infections • Intestinal permeability (“leaky gut”) • Nutrient deficiencies • Food sensitivities • Malnutrition
The Pinnertest food sensitivity test is a simple finger-prick test that identifies which foods or chemicals your body reacts to—whether highly, moderately, or not at all. Working with one of our Registered Dietitians, you’ll receive a personalized nutrition plan that reduces or removes problem foods while supporting your overall health. With guided nutrition therapy, you can feel confident in your food choices again.
Functional nutrition focuses on understanding why symptoms happen so we can treat the root cause, not just manage discomfort. This test may help if you experience:
Weight gain • Chronic fatigue or tiredness • Migraines and headaches • Bloating or swelling • Joint pain • IBS symptoms • Skin problems
Boston Nutritionist counts on over 25 Certified Nutritionists, Registered Dietitians, nurse practitioners, and therapists with diverse experience and backgrounds. We are proud to provide our patients with multi-lingual nutrition services (English & Spanish). You’ll be paired with one of the expert nutrition therapists on our team that best fits your needs, to help you reach your goals. Here are just a few of our team members. (Learn more about us here.)
RDN: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist – MS: Masters of Science – MHS: Masters of Health Sciences – CDN: Certified Dietitian Nutritionist – CNSC: Certified Nutrition Support Clinician – LDN: Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist – MSN: Master of Science in Nursing – APRN: Advance Practice Registered Nurse – FNP-BC: Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified – DNP: Doctor of Nursing Practice – LCSW: Licensed Clinical Social Worker
We focus on improvements that impact your daily life — not just numbers on a chart.
At Boston Nutritionist, we believe good nutrition is a human right and essential to health. We provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals managing food allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances, using a holistic, functional nutrition approach. Here’s what you can expect:
• Less stress and confusion around food
• Clear, practical meal guidance
• Science-backed strategies to support healing
• Collaboration with your medical providers
• Reduced symptoms and improved quality of life
You’ll work with an RDN who turns trusted science into realistic, sustainable nutrition habits.
One on-one support on your schedule, in the comfort of your own space
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You will be paired with one of our expert Dietitian-Nutritionists that’s the perfect fit for your needs. Contact us either online or by phone. We’ll check your coverage for you!
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One-on-one counseling. In person or virtual appointments. Flexible scheduling (evenings, early hours).
Take control of your life.
Implement your individualized nutrition plan. Get the tools you need to live a healthier, more vital life.
Many claim to be a nutritionist. But only a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) meets rigorous academic requirements with clinical training, holding a degree from an accredited university. Our RDNs stay informed of guidelines set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to provide our patients with expert nutrition counseling.
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