Hormon & VitalCheck für Frauen: can a microbiome test help?

A microbiome test like MyBody-X analyzes gut bacteria composition, not hormone levels or nutrient deficiencies directly. For a hormone and vital check in women, specific blood tests (e.g., estradiol, progesterone, vitamin D, ferritin) remain the gold standard. The microbiome test can only offer indirect hints about dietary patterns or dysbiosis that might influence hormone metabolism—for example, via the estrobolome. However, the evidence is mostly mechanistic and not sufficient for clinical decisions. In practice, a microbiome test is not recommended as a substitute for hormone or nutrient diagnostics. Women seeking a comprehensive health assessment should rely on validated lab tests and discuss results with a physician. The microbiome test may serve as a complementary tool, but not as a standalone basis for hormone or nutrient management.