Dr. Andrew Hubbard, ND

07/29/2026

“Do I need another test?”

It’s one of the most common questions I hear in practice.

Sometimes the answer is yes. The right test at the right time can change everything.

But sometimes another test creates more questions than answers.

More information isn’t always the same thing as more clarity.

Here’s the framework I use to decide when testing is likely to move us forward

07/28/2026

“Do I need another test?”

It’s one of the most common questions I hear in practice.

Sometimes the answer is yes.

But sometimes more information doesn’t bring more clarity—it simply creates more complexity.

I wrote this article to explore why so many people with persistent digestive symptoms end up feeling stuck in an endless cycle of testing, and how a different way of thinking can sometimes move us closer to recovery.

I hope you enjoy the read.

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The 🔑 is understanding the pattern and mechanisms behind your gut symptoms before making treatment or diet changes haphazardly