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Rebecca is joined by Dr Allison Siebecker to answer the big question: is SIBO real? Dr Siebecker is passionate about improving practitioner and patient education and shares her exciting news about her brand new programs as well as the news that hydrogen sulphide SIBO testing is now available in the US. IN TODAY’S EPISODEIs SIBO real?What can you do if your doctor does not believe in SIBO or want to test you for it? How can we educate our doctor or practitioner about SIBO?What is Dr Allison Siebecker’s new courses for patients and practitioners?How can you now get tested for hydrogen sulphide SIBO?What are the newest research projects from Dr Pimentel and his research group?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTSIBO Practitioner Course by Dr Allison SiebeckerSIBO Patient Course by Dr Allison SiebeckerTrio-Smart Breath Test for Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO Sign up to Dr Allison Siebecker’s newsletterWatch Rebecca’s vlog of her 14 days on the Elemental DietListen to Hydrogen Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 83Listen to Methane Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 84 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today’s podcast, Rebecca celebrates her 100th episode of The Healthy Gut Podcast. She explores what is a SIBO diet (and what it isn’t) and the various diets that can be followed by a SIBO patient. She also discusses why some people shouldn’t follow a SIBO diet and what you should do with your nutrition after your SIBO treatment. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat is a SIBO diet?What diets have been designed specifically for SIBO patients?What other diets can be followed by SIBO patients?Why is diet alone not enough to treat SIBO?The pros and cons of the SIBO dietsHow to eat before, during, after treatment?Why should you consider getting tested for other food intolerances and allergies?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTJoin our Living Well with SIBO: 5-Week ChallengeBook a SIBO coaching session with Rebecca CoomesDownload the Plant-Based Food TrackerDownload the Food and Mood DiaryRead the best SIBO diet plan blogListen to Hydrogen Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison SiebeckerListen to Methane Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison SiebeckerListen to SIBO Food Intolerances podcast with Sandra TengeListen to Eating Disorders and SIBO podcast with Diane RyanListen to Fast Tract Diet podcast with Dr Norm RobillardListen to Real Life Story: Before and After SIBO podcast with Lezahlee PatrickSIBO Specific Food GuideSIBO Bi Phasic DietLow Fermentation DietFast Tract Diet

Rebecca is joined by Lezahlee Patrick who shares what life was like with SIBO, before and after treatment and coaching sessions with Rebecca. Lezahlee signed up for 1:1 SIBO Coaching Sessions with Rebecca as she felt she needed extra support to help her feel great again. Today, Lezahlee is vastly improved from where she was and shares her story with SIBO in the hope it gives others motivation and inspiration to keep working at their health. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat life was like with SIBO before and after treatment? What events lead to Lezahlee feeling sick and realising her health had declined?What life was like for Lezahlee before she realised she had SIBO?The challenges she faced when dealing with SIBOWhy she sought the 1:1 SIBO Coaching Sessions with Rebecca Coomes and how it helped her continued recovery?How long it took Lezahlee to feel better? What life looks like for her today (after SIBO treatment) vs when she started healing her gut (before SIBO treatment)?How Lezahlee is now reintroducing foods such as onion and garlic back into her diet?Lezahlee’s words of wisdom and advice for other SIBOers who are just starting out on their recoveryRESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTVisit The Healthy Gut websiteCheck out my SIBO CookbooksCheck out my Meal PlansCheck out my SIBO Cooking Classes Watch my SIBO Cooking ShowBook a coaching session with Rebecca CoomesVisit The Biome Clinic websiteVisit Nirala Jacobi’s websiteCheck out the SIBO Bi Phasic DietListen to the podcast on SIBO Food Intolerance with Sandra Tenge Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For many SIBO patients, relapse is a common occurrence. In fact, 66% of all SIBO patients will experience at least one relapse in their lifetime. Today, Rebecca discusses why SIBO relapse occurs, what causes it and what you can do about it to either prevent it, or prolong the period between relapses.IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhy do 66% of all SIBO patients relapse with SIBO?What are the common causes of a relapse?What can be done to prevent a SIBO relapse from occurring?What can you do to help manage the psychological aspects of a SIBO relapse?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTWatch The Health Gut YouTube ChannelListen to the podcast on Adhesions with Larry and Belinda WurnListen to the podcast on Visceral Mobilisation Therapy with Alyssa TaitListen to the podcast on Migrating Motor Complex with Dr Allison SiebeckerSign up to the Living Well with SIBO: 5-Week ChallengeVisit Dr Allison Siebecker’s websiteVisit Clear Passage Physical Therapy websiteVisit Alyssa Tait’s websiteVisit The Barral InstituteBook a 1:1 Coaching Session with RebeccaListen to Rebecca’s podcasts Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, I’m joined by Sandra Tenge, a naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist. We discuss the differences between SIBO food intolerances, food sensitivities and food allergies. For many SIBOers, they can feel nervous when it comes to reintroducing foods after following a restricted SIBO diet, so we delve into the best way to approach that and more. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat is the difference between a SIBO food intolerance, sensitivity and allergy?What tests can you do to determine if you have any?What the best thing to do when you’re having a reaction to food?What's the best way to reintroduce a food after not eating it for a while?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTWatch The Health Gut YouTube ChannelCheck out the SIBO Specific Food GuideCheck out the SIBO Bi Phasic DietCheck out the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Elimination Diet Guidebook Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Want to learn to live well with SIBO and beyond? In today’s episode, I’m joined by some of my members of the 5 week challenge program who talk about what it was like to complete the program and how it helped them. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat prompted them to join the Living Well with SIBO: 5 Week Challenge?What are their reasons for signing up and joining the program?What are the key highlights that they take away from doing the 5 Week Challenge?What would they say to someone who’s considering participating in another round of the 5 Week Challenge?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTJoin the next round of the Living Well With SIBO: 5 Week ChallengeThe Healthy Gut YouTube ChannelBook a 1:1 Coaching Session with RebeccaConnect with naturopath Natalie CruttendenListen to the podcast on Introducing The Living Well with SIBO: 5-Week Challenge with Rebecca Coomes | Ep. 91 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Want to learn more about your microbiome? The Gut and Microbiome Rescue Summit is on now! This free online event hosted by Shivan Sarna is running between 7 September to 13 September to help SIBOers like you understand the importance and function of your microbiome and learn some cutting-edge developments from leading researchers. You can sign up to start watching the summit here >I asked the host of the Summit, Shivan Sarna to join me on The Healthy Gut Podcast to share more info about the summit. She is a gut health advocate and the creator of SIBO SOS® and the Digestion SOS™ documentary series. We discuss everything about the upcoming Gut and Microbiome Rescue Summit, the groundbreaking research on the microbiome by Dr Mark Pimentel and much more.IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat is the Gut and Microbiome Rescue Summit?The groundbreaking research on the microbiome by Dr Mark Pimentel What do you get when you sign up to the Gut and Microbiome Rescue Summit?Exciting pre-launch of Shivan Sarna's new book “Healing SIBO”RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTGut and Microbiome Rescue Summit SIBO SOS Facebook Community1:1 Coaching Session with Rebecca CoomesSIBO Cookbooks Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today’s episode, Dr Michael Ruscio joins Rebecca as they discuss the Elemental Diet and his new formula, Elemental Heal. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat is the Elemental Heal and why did Dr Ruscio create his own formula?How does the Elemental Diet work and why is it a predigested formula?Why does Dr Ruscio combine a partial and full Elemental Diet approach with his patients? When to consider using the Elemental Diet?What is the best way to prepare for the Elemental Diet and then reincorporate foods afterwards?How to use an Elemental Diet as a dietary supplementation?How an Elemental Diet can be used for underweight patients to help them regain weight?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTThe Elemental Diet with Rebecca Coomes | Ep. 74Watch Rebecca’s vlog of her 14-days on the Elemental Diet Get your Elemental HealGet your Elemental Heal Whey FreeGet your Elemental Heal Low CarbCheck out the Gut Reset GuideGet a copy of the Healthy Gut, Healthy YouListen to Dr Ruscio’s Podcast Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

People who suffer from gut health complaints are more likely to experience skin issues. Jennifer Fugo, a functional clinical nutritionist, joins Rebecca to discuss how to care for and protect our skin and gut.IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhy does poorgut health often correlate to skin disturbances?What are the most common skin disturbances we can see that are linked to poor gut health?What to treat first: the gut or the skin?What is leaky skin?What is the role diet plays with skin conditions?What are the tips and tricks that can help treat the skin issues?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTVisit Jennifer's Skinterrupt websiteListen to Jennifer’s Healthy Skin Show PodcastDIY Low Stomach Acid Test Guide (Baking Soda or Bi-Carb Soda Home Test)Read this article about the 4 reasons why coconut oil is bad for your skin Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, Rebecca Coomes talks to her naturopath Natalie Cruttenden, the woman she credits for helping her regain her health and vitality after not only identifying SIBO as the cause of her long term digestive issues but also through the use of natural SIBO treatments. IN TODAY’S EPISODEHow can we treat SIBO naturally?What is the naturopathic approach to treating SIBO?What are the different herbs available for treating SIBO?What are the different herbs for different types of SIBO/IMO?How long natural treatment takes vs antibiotics?What’s more effective herbs or antibiotics?What are the side effects of herbs?Can everyone take herbs? If not, how do you manage them naturally?Beyond herbs, what other ‘natural’ approaches do you do with your patients?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTListen to the podcast on Naturopathy and SIBO with Natalie Cruttenden | Ep 5Download the Hydrogen Sulphide Diet by Dr Nirala JacobiCheck out the SIBO CookbooksCheck out the SIBO Meal Plans Visit the Resonance Complementary Therapy’s websiteVisit The Gut Health Naturopath Facebook Page Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Rebecca will guide you on how to heal your gut and live well with SIBO through her new program, Living Well with SIBO: 5-Week Challenge. IN TODAY’S EPISODEHow do we live well with SIBO?What are the 5 key pillars to health?Why is awareness important in the SIBO journey?How do we test for SIBO? What are the types of SIBO treatment?Why is nutrition not the only thing we should be focusing on when it comes to SIBO?How do we approach SIBO with a positive mindset?How do we reduce stress?Why should you choose appropriate exercise when you have SIBO? What is the importance of sleep in healing the gut?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTSign up to the 5-Week SIBO ChallengeListen to the podcast on Testing Your Microbiome with Dr Jason Hawrelak | Episode 75Food and Mood Diary Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Did you know that in naturopathy, the gut is the center of all health? Rebecca is joined by Katherine Maslen, a naturopath and nutritionist who shares her 7 steps to gut health.IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhy the gut is the centre of all health?What happens when a person is ready to make the shift in their health?What are the 7 steps to improving gut health? What are the risks if we just treat the gut in isolation, particularly if we're doing it on our own? What foods do we need to improve our gut health?What damages the gut microbiome? Why water is so important to overall health? The role stress plays in helping or hindering our return to health.Why emotional health is often a missing element in a healthcare plan?What environmental toxins we should consider when we're trying to bring our bodies back to health? The importance of body structure and alignment in health.RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTSign up to the 5 Week SIBO Discovery ChallengeListen to the podcast on The SIBO Patient’s Perspective with Katie Caldwell | Episode 6Listen to the podcast on Testing Your Microbiome with Dr Jason Hawrelak | Episode 75Visit Environmental Working Group websiteCheck out the Dirty DozenCheck out the Clean FifteenFood and Mood DiaryWatch about Screen Time on TED TalkThe Shift PodcastThe Shift Clinic Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Naturopathic Physician Dr Jason Wysocki joins Rebecca on today’s episode to discuss The Elemental Diet --- what is it, why it is used as a SIBO treatment, why it’s so important to prepare for it and much more. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat is an Elemental Diet?What isn’t an Elemental Diet? Is the brand important when choosing an Elemental Diet?How to choose between a commercially made Elemental Diet or a homemade version?How should you prepare for the Elemental Diet? Why you should consider yeast overgrowth as well as bacterial overgrowth and what to do about it? What can you expect when you start the Elemental Diet for SIBO? What other symptoms or side effects can people experience as they're going through the Elemental Diet? How to re-test for SIBO after doing the Elemental Diet? How should we approach our food reintroduction and what should we break our fast with? How common is it for people to still have SIBO present after doing an Elemental Diet?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCASTListen to Mind, Body, Spirit with Dr Jason Wysocki | Episode 40Listen to SIBO and Men with Dr Jason Wysocki | Episode 45Listen to SIBO and Structural Integration with Dr Jason Wysocki | Episode 72Watch Rebecca's vlog about 14 Days on The Elemental Diet for SIBO: Before and After ResultsWatch Rebecca's vlog about day 1 food reintroduction after The Elemental Diet Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today’s episode, Fertility Awareness Educator Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is joined by Rebecca to discuss SIBO and fertility --- what are the vital signs and is it safe to get pregnant when you have SIBO.IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat are the vital signs of fertility?Why is charting female cycles important?What do you look for when you start charting? What are some of the things that you look at when you aren't charting?How do you determine if your body is in the fertile window? When should we learn fertility awareness?How do you observe cervical mucus in your menstrual cycle?How do you identify ovulation?What are the different factors that can contribute to the amount of cervical mucus?Aside from the cervical mucus, what other things that a female has to you look for?Is it safe to have a baby when you have SIBO? How can we tell if a woman's body is even ready for pregnancy when she's dealing with a condition like SIBO?What does a healthy menstrual cycle look like?Are there any things we should definitely be eating or we should definitely be avoiding when it comes to helping prepare the body for pregnancy?What can we be doing to have healthy lifestyle choices to support our bodies getting ready for pregnancy?What are the effects of taking hormonal birth control? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Listen to Fertility and Gut Health with Lisa Hendrickson-Jack | Episode 48Read her book -- The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility Listen to Lisa’s Fertility Friday PodcastJoin Lisa’s Coaching ProgramSIBO Specific Food GuideRebecca Coomes' Coaching Session Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rebecca is joined by naturopathic physician, Dr Lisa Shaver to discuss gluten sensitivity, coeliac disease and food intolerances. IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat are the different types of SIBO diets?Are these diets treating SIBO or are they just helping people to feel better?What do we do if gluten is an issue?What is the difference between coeliac disease and non-coeliac gluten sensitivity? What is a wheat allergy?How do you know if you havefood intolerances?Why is it important to test for coeliac disease?Where and how to test for coeliac disease?What are the alternative testing options for coeliac disease?Can genetic testing be used to identify coeliac disease?What are the things to consider before we commence one of these SIBO diets?What's the outlook look like once the SIBO treatment is done? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Listen to Coeliac Disease with Dr Lisa Shaver | Episode 30Listen to Bi Phasic Diet with Dr Nirala Jacobi | Episode 4Listen to Fast Tract Diet with Dr Norm Robillard | Episode 18Listen to understanding SIBO with Dr Mark Pimentel | Episode 59Listen to the GAPS Protocol with Amy Mihaly | Episode 76SIBO Specific Food GuideSIBO Bi Phasic DietThe Elemental DietSIBO Cookbooks by Rebecca CoomesCyrex LaboratoriesVibrant WellnessWheat Zoomer Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rebecca is joined by leading SIBO practitioner, Dr Nirala Jacobi and dietician Heidi Turner to discuss their new Histamine SIBO Bi Phasic Diet. Histamine intolerance is common amongst the SIBO community so it is important to understand why we can develop an intolerance, what the common symptoms are, and what we can do about it.IN TODAY’S EPISODEWhat are histamines?Why are they required in the body?What are the common symptoms when we have problems with histamines?How to identify histamine symptoms vs SIBO symptoms?How to test for histamine intolerance?What is the Histamine SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?Why should this protocol be followed for no more than 2-4 weeks?What is the process for reintroducing foods when you have been on a restricted diet for years?What is the histamine threshold?Why do your stress levels play a role in your histamine response?Why is there a spectrum of histamine intolerance?How SIBO and other gut conditions can lead to histamine intolerance?Why treatment and supplementation isn’t always the answer?Why mold exposure can be critical in keeping you sick?Can calming the nervous system and reducing screen time help your histamine intolerance?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST SIBO Histamine Bi Phasic DietSIBO Bi Phasic Diet by Dr Nirala JacobiHistamine Course by Dr Nirala Jacobi and Heidi TurnerSIBO Success Program by Dr Nirala JacobiSIBO CookbooksSIBO Coaching with Rebecca CoomesIgG Supplement: ImmunoLin Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today's episode, Dr. Nirala Jacobi and Anne Criner join Rebecca to talk about the Vegetarian SIBO Bi Phasic Diet and its benefits.IN TODAY’S EPISODE:What is the vegetarian SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?How is the vegetarian SIBO Bi Phasic Diet different than the original SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?What is the Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?How long should a person stay on the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet or even within each of the two phases?How can you move into Phase 2 if you are struggling to reintroduce foods?What is the soaking and sprouting technique for grains and legumes?What are the benefits of soaking and sprouting?Can people combine the Original SIBO Bi Phasic Diet with the Vegetarian SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?What are the other options available on the new Vegetarian SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S EPISODEListen to the podcast on Bi-Phasic Diet, Testing and Herbal Treatments with Dr Nirala Jacobi | Ep. 4Learn more about the SIBO Bi-Phasic DietDownload the Original SIBO Bi-Phasic Diet handoutDownload the Vegetarian Bi-Phasic Diet eBook by Dr Nirala Jacobi and Nutritionist Anne CrinerThe Biome Clinic by Dr Nirala JacobiGet SIBO Bi Phasic Diet cookbooks, meal plans and more by Rebecca Coomes Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Allison Siebecker returns for the second part in a 2-part series to talk about methane dominant SIBO, what it is, why it’s different from other types of SIBO, how you need to treat it and the symptoms that are commonly associated with it. If you have not already listened to part-one of this interview series, you can listen to Dr Siebecker talk about hydrogen SIBO here.Sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to get the full transcription from today's episode here: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/methane-sibo/IN TODAY'S EPISODEWhat is methane SIBO?What are the common symptoms and how do they differ to other types of SIBO?What happens when you have abnormal methane SIBO symptoms?How you treat methane SIBO: antibiotics, herbal antimicrobials and the Elemental Diet?What dosages are the most effective?Why has methane SIBO been renamed to Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO)?What specific SIBO diet plan should you follow if you have methane SIBO?What’s the outlook for a person with methane SIBO?RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE:Hydrogen SIBO with Dr Allison Siebecker | Episode 83Understanding What SIBO Is with Dr Allison Siebecker - Episode 2How to Survive When You React to Everything with Dr Allison Siebecker - Episode 3SIBO Specific Food GuideSIBO Bi Phasic DietSIBO symptomatic relief suggestions handout by Dr Allison SiebeckerSIBO Pro Course by Dr Allison SiebeckerDr Allison Siebecker website Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Leading SIBO specialist, Dr Allison Siebecker joins Rebecca Coomes in this 2-part podcast series to discuss the two most common types of SIBO. In today's episode they discuss Hydrogen dominant Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO).To get the full transcription from today's episode, sign up for free as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/hydrogen-sibo/In Today's Episode:What is hydrogen SIBO?What are the common symptoms and how do they differ to other types of SIBO?What happens when you have abnormal symptoms for hydrogen SIBO?How you treat hydrogen SIBO: antibiotics, herbal antimicrobials and the Elemental DietWhat dosages are the most effective?Why managing diarrhoea is so importantWhen is the right time to test for SIBO?What symptoms you should watch out for prior to testing to know it's the right time to testWhy abnormal episodes of diarrhoea can give you a false negative breath test resultWhen to use electrolytesWhy activated charcoal is so usefulShould you tailor your SIBO diet if you have hydrogen SIBO?Get the show notes here: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/hydrogen-sibo/Resources and Handouts Mentioned in Today's PodcastListen to Dr Mona Morstein's interview on The Healthy GutLearn more about adhesions with Alyssa TaitListen to the podcast on adhesions with Larry and Belinda WurnGet the SIBO Specific Food GuideDownload the SIBO Bi Phasic DietSIBO symptomatic relief suggestions handout by Dr Allison SiebeckerSIBO Pro Course by Dr Allison SiebeckerUpledgerBarral InstituteFrequency Specific Microcurrent Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Healthy Gut Podcast is coming back for Season 3 next week! The podcast will air on Tuesday mornings AEST and Monday afternoon/evening in the US/Canada/UK.In Season 3, you can get access to the full transcriptions of each episode when you sign up to become a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast. It's absolutely free to join. To sign up, head to www.thehealthygut.com/podcast. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

'Tis the season to be jolly and Rebecca is thrilled to tell you about her 12 Days of Christmas Giveaways competition. Each day, she is offering one lucky winner a special SIBO Christmas prize. It's completely free to enter and you have 12 chances to win a prize. Learn more or enter here.If you need help with your Christmas recipes, why not join Rebecca for her live online SIBO Christmas Cooking Class. Rebecca will share her favourite 8 Christmas recipes with you and show you how to cook them. All participants get the exclusive recipes (they're not available anywhere else) plus the replay so you can watch the class as many times as you would like. Can't tune in live? If you reserve your place in the class you will get the replay and the recipes so you can watch it at a time that is suitable for you. Monday 17th December 5.30pm PS / Tuesday 18th December at 12.30pm AEDT. Book your place or learn more here.And don't forget to check out Rebecca's Top 40 SIBO Christmas Recipes here if you need some extra inspiration for your Christmas.Merry Christmas everyone! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this, the last episode of season 2, learn all about SIBO breath testing as Rebecca is joined by Eric Hamilton from Quinton Instrument Company. Rebecca and Eric discuss everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the SIBO breath test, from how the test actually works, to what to do if you cheat on your prep diet. If you’ve ever wanted to know more about testing for SIBO then you can’t miss this episode.How Eric’s own personal experience of SIBO testing and treatment has helped him to deeply understand the conditionWhy you would test for SIBO rather than just working from symptomsHow a SIBO breath test actually worksWhy it’s important to follow the prep diet before your breath testWhat you can eat on the breath test prep diet, following your practitioners adviceWhat can happen to your results if you don’t follow the prep diet prior to testingHow to perform the SIBO breath test effectivelyUnderstanding what is being measured with the breath testWhat to do if you cheat with your prep diet before testingWhy scheduling time for your prep diet and testing is importantThe lead up to testing, what you need to avoidWhat the difference is between the lactulose and glucose breath testsHow your SIBO breath test results are interpreted by a practitionerWhat is considered a positive SIBO breath test, looking at the Rome Consensus and North American ConsensusHydrogen Sulphide testing research and developmentHow accurate a SIBO breath test isRemembering to look at the complete picture with your own healthGrab your 20% off your SIBO Breath test from Quintron using the code - HEALTHYGUTFor the show notes or to sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast so you can get a full transcription from today's episode, head to: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/breath-test Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rebecca Coomes was diagnosed with SIBO in early 2015. On today's podcast she reflects on the insights she has gained from having a chronic condition and the lessons she has learned about herself, her health, her body and SIBO. On the episode she discusses:Why SIBO can be a wake up call we need to listen to100% resolution might not be possible but 75% or 80% improvement can be and that is okIf we have been sick a long time, we can’t expect complete resolution within daysWhy we should focus on how we are feeling rather than what test results sayTesting is helpful for diagnosis and understanding what it going on but we need to treat the whole body and the person, not just the test resultsWhy tracking how we're feeling is so helpful in recognising how we're changingDiet is helpful in controlling symptoms but isn't the only element in treating SIBOWhy working with a skilled dietician or nutritionist is such a good investment in developing a nutritional protocol that's right for usThe importance of recognising disordered eating early and investing in a skilled psychologist who can help us navigate through the challenges of SIBOWhy there are 4 stages to treating SIBO, yet so many people only do the first 2The importance of building a dream team of Practitioners around youNot letting your location stop you from getting great careUnderstanding that we know our bodies the best. Trust your symptoms and instinctsChanging your internal dialogue and limiting self beliefsWriting down your goals and working towards themPrioritising your spending so you spend money on health and fulfilment rather than distractionsLooking to see what positives and lessons you can take from this experienceFor the show notes or to sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast so you can get a full transcription from today's episode, head to: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/lessons-learned-chronic-sibo Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Rebecca is joined by one of The Healthy Gut Podcast listeners, Kristy Campbell. Kristy called into the Podcast with questions for Rebecca about managing SIBO lifestyle challenges and now joins her to discuss these. They talk about how to effectively communicate with others about SIBO, finding balance in your everyday life while dealing with a chronic condition and how to cope with the physical and mental ups and downs that SIBO can cause.If you’ve got a question for Rebecca why not head to The Healthy Gut Podcast page on the website and leave her a message? You could find yourself as one of the next guests, chatting to Rebecca about your question.Why effective communication with those around us on how we are feeling is so importantTalking to people who aren’t familiar with SIBOCreating a positive mindset around personal wellbeing in spite of your SIBO numbersWhy adopting some supportive practices can help you feel more in tune with your own bodyHow important your Dream Team are in setting you up for a successful SIBO journeyInvesting in your healthManaging day to day life while dealing with a chronic conditionFinding a balance between living your SIBO lifestyle and social situationsStrategies for eating out or at friends and families homesManaging stress around food, from a weight loss and gain perspectiveNavigating conversations with children around food choices when you are treating SIBOReintroducing foods in a mindful way allowing your body time to cope with new ingredients Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Understanding how your emotional health and wellbeing influences and affects your gut health can be a light bulb moment on your SIBO journey. This week Rebecca is joined by Dr Leslie Meyers, a Naturopathic Doctor with a particular interest in gastrointestinal issues. Rebecca and Dr Meyers discuss the gut-brain axis, the effect of anxiety and a heightened nervous system on your digestion and why self awareness is a big part of the gut health puzzle.Why understanding the relationship between your gut and your brain is so importantHow the gut-brain axis worksHow anxiety and stress stimulates our sympathetic nervous systemWhy the parasympathetic nervous system works best when we are at restMaking positive changes to eating habits to encourage good digestionHow probiotics can help to increase the conversion of tryptophan to serotonin in the gutUsing probiotics and why identifying the ones that will work for you is importantThe difference between probiotics and prebioticsWhy nourishing ourselves is a big part of self love and self worthFinding supportive practices to help you reduce stressIdentifying where to start with addressing your own emotional healthMoving forward with confidence once you’ve begun to address your emotional healthGet the show notes here or subscribe as a member of The Healthy Gut podcast to get a free transcription of the show: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/emotional-health Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Rebecca is sharing her, ‘Getting Ready For The Holidays’, webinar from the SIBO Coaching Program. Dealing with Thanksgiving, Christmas and other big social celebrations can be tricky when you are living with SIBO. However, some simple strategies can help you to have a successful festive season. Knowing what you want from your festive season and planning to achieve it is a great place to start. Rebecca shares tools to help you identify what’s most important to you at this time of the year and how to make it happen.Why preparation is key during the holiday seasonMindset and managing busy, stressful social occasions Meal planning to eat well without stressManaging flares and reactionsDealing with managing challenging food situationsThe importance of social connections for our mental wellbeingWhy it’s important to stay active throughout the holidayStress and how to deal with it during the busy periodIdentifying what you want your festive season to look likeConsidering your food options in advance, especially when travellingWhy you should schedule in some time for yourself during this timeWhy communication is so important for a successful festive seasonAvoiding sabotage from outside influencesUnderstanding your own triggers and influences Serving, or contributing SIBO friendly food to celebrationsGet the show notes here or subscribe as a member of The Healthy Gut podcast to get a free transcription of the show: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/holidays Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you heard people talking about the benefits of a high fat diet and wondered what it’s all about? This week Rebecca is joined by Kirsten Swales to talk about Low Carb, High Fat diets (LCHF). Kirsten is a naturopath, nutritionist and medical herbalist and she’s been on her own SIBO journey, so understands the importance of finding a diet that works for you. Kirsten and Rebecca discuss how LCHF diets can help to increase satiety and reduce inflammation, they also look at how best to build a robust microbiome on this type of diet.In today's episode we discuss:What LCHF stands forThe difference between a LCHF diet and the Ketogenic dietWhat type of fats are best to consume on this dietWhich fats to avoidSome pros and cons of an LCHF dietWho benefits from a high fat diet and whyWho should avoid a high fat dietWhat eating the LCHF way looks likeHow you can offset some of the potential negative effects of a high fat dietIncorporating healthy fats in a good wayHow you feel if you're not processing fats wellHow to find out the effects of your diet on your MicrobiomeGet the show notes here or subscribe as a member of The Healthy Gut podcast to get a free transcription of the show: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/lchf/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’ve ever looked into changing your eating habits in order to address your gut health then you’ve probably heard of the GAPS Protocol. GAPS is an acronym that stands for, Gut And Psychology/Physiology Syndrome and it has been proven to be effective in helping people heal and reverse food allergies and intolerances. This week Rebecca is joined by Nurse and Certified GAPS Practitioner Amy Mihaly, they discuss Amy’s own personal experience of return to health from using the GAPS protocol. They also talk about the core principles of GAPS, the difference between GAPS and other SIBO diets and what the transition to the broader GAPS diet looks like.✓ The core principles of the GAPS Protocol✓ What are the difference between the GAPS Protocol and other SIBO diets?✓The different stages/phases of the GAPS Protocol✓ Why might someone choose the GAPS Protocol to treat their SIBO?✓ Why listening to your body and understanding its reactions to certain foods is so important✓ The use of probiotics and fermented food in the GAPS Protocol✓ How does the GAPS Protocol work to treat SIBO?✓ How to introduce higher FODMAP foods in a SIBO diet✓ Can you stick to low FODMAP options throughout the phases of the GAPS Protocol?✓ What other conditions is GAPS thought to improve?✓ How long it takes on average to work your way through the six phases and into the full GAPS Diet?To access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/gaps Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Having a diverse microbiome is key to optimal health. Dr Jason Hawrelak joins Rebecca this week to discuss her recent uBiome Explorer test results and what they mean. They also talk about why having a diverse microbiome is important, how you can discover what your own microbiome diversity looks like and some simple strategies to improve it.✓ Why we should consider our microbiome diversity when treating chronic illnesses like SIBO and IBS✓ How to test for microbiome diversity✓ The ease and simplicity of carrying out the uBiome test✓ What the uBiome test is actually looking for✓ How and when we should use prebiotics and probiotics✓ How the building blocks of a healthy microbiome are built early in life✓ An overview of some of the key bacteria groups and what role they are known to play✓ Why you should aim for at least 40 plant based foods per week✓ How to start diversifying plant based foods in your diet✓ What to do if you react to new foods and why you should be looking for underlying causes✓ Why you should look to personalise your treatment protocolsTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/diversity Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’re looking for relief from SIBO have you considered doing the Elemental Diet? Rebecca’s SIBO has returned and she’s determined to find a quick and effective solution that will hopefully bring lasting relief from her symptoms. Join Rebecca this week as she talks about what the Elemental Diet entails, how it works and how, as a foodie, she’s managing the mindset of a liquid diet. If you’ve ever considered following the Elemental Diet this is a must listen! Follow Rebecca’s journey day by day on YouTube.✓ What is the Elemental Diet?✓ When would you use an Elemental Diet?✓ Why you might decide to follow an Elemental Diet✓ What’s not in an Elemental Diet✓ How to use the Elemental Diet✓ The different ways to use the Elemental Diet✓ Why preparation is so important prior to commencing the Elemental Diet✓ Why you still need to address any other underlying conditions related to your SIBO✓ Coping strategies and mindset during the Elemental Diet✓ Reintroduction of food after the Elemental Diet✓ Contraindications and concerns with the Elemental Diet✓ The surprising benefits of the Elemental DietTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/elemental -diet/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Rebecca is delighted to be joined by Sharon Treadgold from the SIBO Coaching Program. Sharon has been on her own SIBO journey for some time, but her most recent breath test has revealed that she is now SIBO free! Sharon and Rebecca discuss the fantastic dream team that have kept her going during her SIBO treatment, how she’s managed the psychological aspect of having a chronic illness and why SIBO has not stopped her living a full life.✓ How Sharon came to peace accepting that she may never get a negative SIBO breath test✓ Who Sharon had on her dream team and why✓ How Sharon’s dream team has enabled her to remain positive throughout her long journey with SIBO✓ How Sharon psychologically handled receiving higher SIBO breath test results despite feeling much better✓ Sharon’s own treatment protocol✓ How Sharon’s symptoms changed over time✓ What resources have been particularly useful for Sharon✓ How long Sharon’s journey has been, and the ups and downs that she’s dealt with on the way✓ How Sharon managed her recent trip to Australia, whilst treating her SIBO✓ Why Sharon joined the SIBO Coaching Program and how it’s become part of her SIBO family, given her connection with other SIBOers and been part of her health care team✓ Sharon’s top tips on how to survive SIBO for the long haul✓ What’s next for SharonTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/recovering-from-sibo/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’re struggling to treat your SIBO, it’s possible that structural integration treatment may be the missing piece that you have been looking for. This week Rebecca is joined by Dr Jason Wysocki to discuss structural integration, what it is and how it works. Dr Wysocki explains how the hands on approach of structural integration can help to improve digestive processes, alleviate discomfort and increase mobility.✓ What structural integration is and how it works✓ Why considering structural integration treatment does not need to wait until your SIBO has become chronic✓ Looking at what is going on internally and why it’s an important piece of the SIBO jigsaw puzzle for some patients✓ When structural integration is a good treatment option✓ Why feeling better is the #1 goal and the breath test isn’t always the be all and end all to understanding your SIBO✓ How Dr Wysocki uses 10 sessions of structural integration to facilitate patients own movement✓ Why creating balance in the body is key to physical recovery✓ How it’s possible for the body to remember an emotional incident and create physical stress✓ Why finding a practitioner that you feel very comfortable with is particularly important with this treatment option✓ How the mind, body, spirit connection is an important part of treatment for some patients✓ The new winds of change in medicine, holistic and whole body thinkingTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/structural-integration Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Eating disorders are a common issue amongst the SIBO community and tackling them is a vital part of recovering from this condition. This week Rebecca is joined by Diane Ryan who specialises in helping people to tackle eating disorders and to identify the emotional triggers that have created them. Diane and Rebecca discuss the various types of eating disorders that exist, how they present, how to treat them and ultimately how to move on once you’ve recovered.✓ The correlation between SIBO and eating disorders✓ Why disordered eating is particularly prevalent amongst those with gut health issues✓ The various types of eating disorders that exist such as Anorexia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Bulimia and Orthorexia ✓ How to identify whether your eating has become disordered✓ The emotional responses that often lead to eating disorders, such as a fear of certain foods✓ The other symptoms that go in conjunction with disordered eating, such as behavioural and mental health issues✓ Why you need to be open to, and relax about, eating food that is not on your restrictive diet from time to time✓ Reintroduction of foods and how to approach this if you have experienced disordered eating in the past✓ The psychological and physical effects of reintroducing foods✓ Why seeking help from an expert who is knowledgeable about eating disorders is importantTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/eating-disorders Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feeling daunted by travelling with SIBO? Unsure of how you’ll manage to follow your SIBO protocol while away? Rebecca is a very keen traveller and has travelled all over the world whilst treating her own SIBO. This week she shares her top tips and hints for travelling successfully with SIBO.✓ Why preparation is key to a successful journey✓ Snacks and small meals that are easy to eat while travelling✓ Why hydration is so important when flying✓ How to avoid inflight germs✓ Setting up for success on arrival at your destination✓ Why you should build regular movement and exercise into your vacation✓ Recovering from time zone alterations✓ Dealing with the change in temperature, food and routine✓ Managing a flare while travellingTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/travel/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’ve suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) you may have noticed that your gut behaviour has changed. This week Rebecca is joined by Kayle Sandberg-Lewis who specialises in TBI’s and their treatment. Kayle and Rebecca discuss how to identify a TBI, what happens to your brain when you experience a TBI, how this can affect your overall health and specifically the gut/brain connection. On today's podcast they discuss:✓ TBI’s vs non TBIs✓ Why questioning is so important to determine if a TMI has occurred✓ What to do if you have a TBI✓ The differences between the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system, and how to identify which is dominant✓ The changes that can occur in the gut following a TBI✓ Why practicing mindful eating after a TBI is important✓ Why TBIs should be treated as a disease process instead of a static event✓ How closely the brain and the gut are interlinked✓ What treatments can help to resolve TBIs✓ The statistical likelihood of having another TBITo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.com/podcast/tbi Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’re suffering with constant bloating, even after completing your SIBO treatment, have you considered whether SIFO could be the culprit? This week Rebecca is joined by Dr Satish Rao, a clinician, researcher and educator, to discuss what SIFO is, and the overlap between SIFO and SIBO. Dr Rao talks to Rebecca about how SIFO is identified in the first instance and what the treatment pathway looks like.✓ What is SIFO✓ What the difference is between SIFO and SIBO✓ The incidence of patients with just SIFO, or SIFO and SIBO together✓ The 5 key symptoms of SIFO✓ How to accurately diagnose and identify SIFO✓ Why a physician approach is important in diagnosis✓ The medical treatment pathway for SIFO✓ How and why there might be bacteria and fungus in the small bowel✓ Why treating SIBO first is important, before tackling SIFOGet the show notes or sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to get full transcriptions from Season 2 here: https://thehealthygut.co/sibo-and-sifo Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

11 years ago a diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis took Clint Paddison on a journey to learn as much as he could about the condition. Like Rebecca’s own SIBO journey, Clint is on a mission to inform and educate others about Rheumatoid Arthritis. He and Rebecca discuss the link between poor gut health and the occurrence of autoimmune conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis. They also talk about the nutritional principles that guide his program and the importance of mindset when treating a painful and sometimes debilitating condition.✓ The early symptoms and warning signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis✓ How Rheumatoid Arthritis is diagnosed ✓ The connection between the gut and autoimmune diseases like Rheumatoid Arthritis✓ The danger of damage to your gut health through even short term, heavy, usage of painkillers✓ Clint’s BLAAME acronym and what it means✓ The link between a high protein diet and inflammation✓ The nutritional principles that have guided Clint’s treatment program✓ How strategies around stress management and mindset are important when treating Rheumatoid Arthritis✓ Healing milestones and why they're important for people to understand✓ Managing setbacksGet the show notes or sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to get full transcriptions from Season 2 here: https://thehealthygut.co/ra Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to deciding if you should follow a SIBO diet, or which one you should follow? On today's episode, Rebecca shares the guiding principles around SIBO diets, how to choose one, what pitfalls to look for and why a SIBO diet should only ever be a short-term thing.✓ Why nutrition is important for health✓ Why we might consider following a SIBO diet✓ Common SIBO diet myths✓ How SIBO diets work to reduce symptoms✓ What diets have been specifically developed for SIBO patients✓ What other diet protocols can be used by some SIBO patients successfully✓ Why every diet needs to be personalised and tailored to your unique requirements✓ The pros and cons of the SIBO diets✓ Tips to manage undesired weight loss and weight gain✓ Why we should look beyond our SIBO diagnosis if symptoms persist✓ Why we should aim to eat 40+ different plant-based foods per week, or 200 per year and how we can track what we're eating✓ Why we should eat a rainbow of colours along with different protein and fat sources✓ How cooking different cuisine styles can keep us interested in our food when following a SIBO diet✓ How to approach food reintroduction and some tactics to manage anxiety and fear around food✓ How to manage a flair or when you're first starting out on a SIBO diet✓ Rebecca's easy time-saving tips for staying on top of cooking for your SIBO dietGet the show notes or sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to get full transcriptions from Season 2 here: https://thehealthygut.co/sibo-nutrition/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chris Gebhardt is one of Rebecca’s own naturopaths, he joins her this week to discuss the important topic of life after SIBO. During SIBO treatment many people refer to things, going back to normal, once their treatment is completed. Chris and Rebecca discuss what a new normal looks like and how to create robust gut health after SIBO has been cleared. They also look at why clearing SIBO before addressing other gut health issues is key.In Episode 65 of The Healthy Gut Podcast, we discuss:Why clearing SIBO before addressing other gut health issues is keyRelapse rates in SIBO and why they are on average ⅔What the symptoms of hypochlorhydria are and how it can be diagnosedWhy proton pump inhibitors should only be used short term and the link to SIBOIdentifying adhesions and what treatments are availableWhy following a Low FODMAP diet for a long period of time is bad for your gut ecologyThe differences between the Bi-Phasic Diet and The Fast Tract DietFood reintroduction, and why it should be done very slowlyWhy it’s important to have a diverse diet once you complete SIBO treatment, with plenty of plant based foodsThe importance of building a robust microbiome when treating SIBOWhy being your own gut health detective is important when identifying the reason you have SIBOTo access the show notes or to sign up to become a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription, head to: https://thehealthygut.co/life-beyond-sibo Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mark Pimentel, M.D., is Professor of Medicine, Geffen School of Medicine and Associate Professor at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. Rebecca joined him live at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles to speak to him about his research into Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO.The difference between IBS & SIBO, and what comes first? IBS or SIBO?What is Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO and how is it different from Hydrogen and Methane SIBO?How do you test for Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO? When will it be available and where?Why a traditional SIBO breath test would show a flatline result if a patient has Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO?Why Hydrogen can look falsely negative when Hydrogen Sulphide or Methane is present?Why Hydrogen takes 60 minutes to be produced and longer for MethaneWhy Hydrogen is not a reliable gas on SIBO breath testsShould patients be asking for Hydrogen and Methane breath tests?Why some people have a high baseline reading – how does this happen?What the methanogens are (ie. M. Smithi)? And what produces Hydrogen and Hydrogen Sulphide?Why and how methane slows intestinal transit time?If methane SIBO is more likely to cause weight gain, does that mean Hydrogen SIBO is more likely to cause weight loss? What does it mean for Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO regarding weight?How do you clinically handle the SIBO patient who has lost significant amounts of weight and can’t regain it? What’s your advice for SIBO patients who are gaining unwanted weight?Can you have 1, 2 or 3 of the gases present at the same time? If so, what’s the correlation between the gasses?What are the symptoms of Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO in comparison to the other types of SIBO? And how do the symptoms change depending on the presence of the other gases?What are the treatments for Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO? Are there any treatments/supplements Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO patients should avoid?Does the diet need to be modified any differently for Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO than the commonly used SIBO diets?Should we be staying on a low FODMAP/SIBO diet long term? What are the risks if we do? What do you see clinically works for your patients who don’t respond to traditional SIBO treatments (potentially multiple rounds of all currently available treatment options)?How important is it for us to identify the underlying cause(s) of SIBO? What should a patient do if they can’t identify an underlying cause?How can we test our MMC and transit time? How important is it to know this?Watch the video recording of the interview here: https://zoom.us/recording/play/mIOWPAiaRiQjVshBf-vs-4EPo7blkFwSIaw8v9HjBEyuvuuaPszjq8b1NzXMEJ6l Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Steven Sandberg Lewis is recognised as a leading practitioner in Naturopathic gastroenterology. He joins Rebecca on The Healthy Gut Podcast to discuss functional gastroenterology and why we need to take a holistic approach to our digestive health. They discuss SIBO, reasons why SIBO treatment might not be working, what to do if you suffer with bloating, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Pro kinetics and laxatives, and much more.In Episode 63 of The Healthy Gut Podcast, we discuss:The functional medicine approach to treating SIBOWhy we should take a holistic approach to our digestive healthWhether we should be considering the whole digestive tract when treating SIBOWhat to look at when treatment isn’t workingWhy it’s important to find out whether other conditions are at playBloating after a clear SIBO test, and what else could be causing itThe difference between peristalsis and the migrating motor complexWhether fasting should be part of your SIBO treatmentWhy, and how, you might use prokinetics and laxativesThe effect that Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome has on the ileocecal valveWhether an ‘all clear’ diagnosis for SIBO is the holy grailTo access the show notes or to sign up to become a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription, head to: https://thehealthygut.co/ssl Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kelly Issokson, MS, RD, CNSC, specializes in treating patients with digestive conditions such as IBD, IBS, and SIBO. On today’s episode, she discusses whether we should be restricting our diet while following a SIBO treatment protocol, which diet we should follow and what to do when we fall off the waggon.In Episode 62 of The Healthy Gut podcast, we discuss:✓ The Cedars Sinai diet for SIBO – what it is, who it’s good for, why it’s quite different to the other SIBO diets, how long it should be followed for, and if people should use it while taking antibiotics or wait until after the killing phase✓ Why we need to restrict our diet when the general consensus amongst SIBO docs is that diet alone does not cause SIBO✓ Should non-symptomatic SIBO patients be following a SIBO diet?✓ If people should be eating differently depending on whether they have hydrogen, methane, hydrogen sulphide SIBO or post infectious IBS✓ How strict should people be on their diets and how bad ‘cheating’ really is for your recovery✓ If sweeteners are safe to eat✓ How to manage the reintroduction of foods, including when this should happen, how people should do it and what is the end goal is✓ How to know if foods are causing symptoms✓ How to manage unwanted weight loss/gain with SIBOTo access the show notes or to sign up to become a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription, head to https://thehealthygut.co/kelly Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Rachel Fresco is an acupuncturist, PhD, and founder and CEO of Bio-Botanical Research. Since 1989, Dr. Fresco has utilized her background in naturopathy, Chinese medicine, and clinical nutrition to create products that have a significant impact on challenging clinical conditions. She joins Rebecca to discuss how herbal therapies can be useful in the treatment of SIBO and biofilms. On today's podcast, they discuss:-The Bio-Botanical Research range of products-Why it’s important to use a biofilm buster in your treatment protocol and why biofilms can contain both bacteria and yeasts-Why we should be supporting our treatment protocols with a seasonally appropriate diet-Why we should consider our detoxification pathways when treating an overgrowth and biofilms-Why die-off symptoms can be like for some patients-Why we should all work with a practitioner who can oversee our treatment and monitor our symptoms-Why botanicals are anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral and anti-parasitic-Why using a blend of various herbs can be more easily tolerated than single herbs alone-Why chronic sinus infections should be treated with a nasal biofilm buster-Dr Fresco’s views on using probiotics during SIBO treatment and why she favours spore-based probioticsTo access the show notes or to sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast to receive the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, head to thehealthygut.co/biobotanical.Today's show is sponsored by Bio-Botanical Research Inc. Listeners of The Healthy Gut Podcast can get free shipping in the US on all Biocidin products. Simply enter HEALTHYGUT at checkout to receive free shipping. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As Rebecca Coomes went through her SIBO treatment journey, she realised she needed to address more than just following a treatment protocol alone. She developed the 5 Key Pillars to Health. On today’s podcast, she discusses the first key pillar: Awareness, and why it is a fundamental first step to recovery from SIBO and IBS.On today's podcast, Rebecca discusses:✓ Understanding the 5 Key Pillars to Health✓ Why Awareness is a fundamental first step to your recovery✓ How to start becoming Aware✓ Why the SIBO Causes and Risk Factors handout can help you to map your pathway to developing SIBO✓ What to do when the Awareness becomes problematic✓ How using Post Traumatic Stress Disorder techniques can help when you have SIBO✓ Why using the Food and Mood Diary is an important step in improving your Awareness✓ How meal planning can help you feel more in control and less stressed by your SIBO diet✓ How to build a dream team and why you don’t need to know everything✓ Special call in from Lisa StephensonSign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast for FREE to get access to the full transcription of all shows from Season 2, along with special content and downloads. Show notes available from thehealthygut.co/awarenesspodcast. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Mark Pimentel is a pioneer in the research of SIBO. Today he joins Rebecca to talk all-things SIBO. Listeners of The Healthy Gut Podcast submitted their questions for Dr Pimentel, which Rebecca gets him to answer. They cover the following:Different treatment options available for SIBO including different options for methane dominant SIBOMethane overgrowth vs bloomWhether methane always equals constipation and what it means if you’re hydrogen-dominant and have SIBOWhether it’s safe to do multiple rounds of SIBO treatmentsHow to uncover the underlying cause(s) of your SIBO (The Healthy Gut Podcast members get exclusive access to our handy SIBO causes and risk factors guide)What to do if your practitioner doesn’t believe SIBO existsWhat the future looks like for post-infectious IBS patientsThe future of hydrogen sulphide SIBO: treatment and testingWhat we should do if we get a negative SIBO breath test but still experience symptomsWhether we should be considering the broader gut microbiome when treating SIBOWhether we should be using additional supplements and/or treatment aids, such as FMT, prebiotics, probiotics, prokinetics, laxatives, digestive enzymes, HCL, bitters, etcWhat diet we should be following and whether we should starve or feed our bacteria during treatmentWhat the future looks like for SIBO patients and SIBO treatmentsTo get the full show notes, or to sign up to become a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast and receive the full transcription for FREE, head to www.thehealthygut.co/pimentel. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Do you experience chronic pain with your SIBO? Do you still experience painful digestive symptoms despite getting the all-clear? Or perhaps you're someone who reacts to everything, even water. Dr Megan Taylor joins Rebecca Coomes to discuss why Visceral Hypersensitivity should be considered as part of your underlying conditions. People with IBS are up to 90% more likely to have VH than the 'average' person. They discuss what it is, how it works and what you can do about it if you have it. Head to http://thehealthygut.co/vh/ for the show notes and don't forget to sign up as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast to gain access to the full transcript from the show for free. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Terry Wahls was confined to a tilt-recline wheelchair for 4 years with multiple sclerosis, before restoring her health using a diet and lifestyle program.On today's episode, Dr Wahls joins Rebecca Coomes and shares her journey with MS, why she developed the Wahls Protocol and how gut health has a big impact on our overall health.On today's podcast, they discuss:✓ How she discovered she had multiple sclerosis and why conventional medicine did not work for her✓ The connection between the gut and autoimmune diseases like MS✓ The nutrition principles of the Wahls Protocol✓ Why Dr Wahls encourages her patients to eat 200+ plant based foods per year and how someone with SIBO can increase diversity in their diet✓ Why we should be thinking about our mitochondria, the little powerhouses that energise the human body✓ Healing milestones, and why they're important, and how to find the energy to focus on healing when you're chronically ill✓ How Dr Wahls manages setbacks and the psychology of chronic illnessShow notes: http://thehealthygut.co/terry/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Healthy Gut Podcast is back for Season 2! Bringing you a wealth of information on all things SIBO, your host Rebecca Coomes continues to share the latest information with you on Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, IBS and digestive health. The first episode for Season 2 launches on Tuesday (Monday in the US). Subscribers to the show will receive exclusive content and a full transcript for every show. To subscribe, make sure you head to www.thehealthygut.co/podcast and add your name and email. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're busy getting Season 2 ready for you, so we're sharing some of our favourite and most popular podcasts from Season 1. Adhesions can be an underlying issue for people with SIBO, often being one of the reasons why they developed SIBO and contributing to relapse. In this episode, Rebecca is joined by Larry Wurn LMT and Belinda Wurn from Clear Passage Physical Therapies to talk about their important work on adhesions. Belinda co-developed the ‘Wurn technique’ to address adhesions non-surgically after experiencing debilitating chronic pelvic pain.They talk with Rebecca about how adhesions develop and what the risk factors are, such as endometriosis or surgery. Belinda and Larry tell Rebecca how solving the problem of adhesions can aid recovery from SIBO. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're busy getting Season 2 ready for you, so we're sharing some of our favourite and most popular podcasts from Season 1. Katie Calwell has run the gammit when it comes to health concerns. She has been diagnosed with Hashimotos, H. Pylori, SIBO and ovarian cancer. In today’s episode she shares her health journey, how she successfully treated SIBO but then feared it would return after using antibiotics for H. Pylori. She discusses the importance of not giving up when your symptoms persist and why she believes SIBO is part of a greater issue of things going wrong in your body. Get the full show notes & transcription from: http://thehealthygut.co/katie/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're busy getting Season 2 ready for you, so we're sharing some of our favourite and most popular podcasts from Season 1. Having a positive mindset is a valuable tool for life, even more so when you are dealing with a chronic illness. Psychologist Kirstin Bouse talks about how, and why, mindset is a big part of a successful SIBO journey. She talks about how to create positivity in your day to day life by identifying the good things and focusing on them. Kirstin tells us more about why creating small pockets of time for yourself, when you have a busy life, is so valuable and how activities you fill your spare time with can add joy or value to your life. Full show notes: http://thehealthygut.co/mindset-podcast/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.