Discover how small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) may be the breakthrough that clears up this mystery of IBS for many people.
The chances that either you or someone you know experiences some form of IBS. Whether in the form of bloating, gas, constipation, diarrhoea, reflux or nausea, are pretty high in these modern times.
IBS is a chronic functional disorder of the colon and large intestine. It’s defined by disturbed bowel habits, abdominal pain, and discomfort without an organic and identifiable cause.
Mostly, though, the mystery surrounding its solution to IBS or how it started can remain unsolved. We are here to explore this mystery in this Free and Inspired radio episode.
SIBO occurs when excessive numbers of bacteria in the small bowel (also known as the small intestine) cause gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms.
Diminished stomach acid and poor digestive function are potential origins of IBS and SIBO, and one of the world’s most over-used and prescribed drugs could make it worse.
“It’s becoming clear that the connection between IBS and SIBO is easy to see. However, it can be difficult to differentiate between due to the overlap of activating factors. PPIs are involved in the development of SIBO. Still, they have evidence in actually helping IBS in some cases, which means that adequately assessing each situation on a case-by-case basis is still highly critical to a successful outcome.”
In this episode, Philip also explores how SIBO and IBS overlap, the steps to take if you think you might have SIBO and how this can help clarify your IBS symptoms.
Perhaps even solving them for good!