Understanding gastrointestinal inflammation markers helps you see patterns over time and take practical steps toward better gut health. These markers include local gut indicators like fecal calprotectin and fecal lactoferrin, as well as systemic markers such as C-reactive protein (CRP). Reading the numbers in context—considering symptoms, trends, and your broader health picture—turns data into actionable steps you can take today. This page explains what the numbers mean and how to respond with strategies that support a healthier gut. InnerBuddies offers a white-label Gut Health Operating System that companies can use to power their gut microbiome testing products, and it is also available directly to consumers. The platform includes a Gut Microbiome Health Index, a 0–100 score indicating overall gut ecosystem health, built on an exclusive IP deal with EAFIT University in Colombia. It also presents Bacteria Abundances—the top 40 bacteria with comparisons to a healthy cohort—and Bacteria Functions, a categorized map of metabolic activities labeled positive or negative, again with healthy-reference context. Additional capabilities include Target Group Analysis for topics like Healthy Aging, Endurance Sport, Power Sport, and Skin & Hair Health, plus Personalized Nutrition Advice that ties 3-day food diaries to stool data to tailor dietary guidance, and Personalized Probiotics and Prebiotics Advice that selects strains aligned with your goals and your unique microbiome. These data layers mesh with gastrointestinal inflammation markers to translate lab numbers into everyday steps. A higher Gut Microbiome Health Index and a favorable balance of positive functional categories often align with lower inflammatory marker readings, while a shift toward pro-inflammatory patterns may precede elevations in markers like CRP or calprotectin. Practical steps include increasing diverse fiber from vegetables, fruits, legumes, and whole grains; adding fermented foods; prioritizing polyphenol-rich plants; limiting ultra-processed items; staying hydrated; managing stress; and getting consistent sleep. Our personalized nutrition advice and personalized probiotics/prebiotics recommendations tailor these actions to your unique gut microbiome, helping you steer inflammation markers in a healthier direction. Whether you’re a consumer seeking clearer gut insights or a company needing a modular, scalable solution, InnerBuddies has options to fit your needs. Learn more about the microbiome test and the science behind the platform on the InnerBuddies product page, and consider joining the Gut Health Membership for ongoing support. If you’re exploring business opportunities, discover how to partner with InnerBuddies as a B2B collaborator by visiting: microbiome test, Gut Health Membership, and become a partner.