The truth about SIBO with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
from ZOE Science & Nutrition
by ZOE
Published: Thu Mar 14 2024
Show Notes
Do you know what SIBO is and how it could be affecting your health?
In today’s episode, Jonathan and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz dive into the world of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a condition that may underlie common health issues ranging from irritable bowel syndrome to brain fog.
Together, they tackle myths and share insights into SIBO diagnosis and treatment. Could rebalancing your gut microbiome be the answer you've been searching for?
Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. He’s also a New York Times bestselling author. Dr. B has won multiple awards and distinctions for his work as a clinician.
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Introduction to SIBO
What is SIBO?
An overgrowth of bacteria
SIBO Myth #1 debunked
What is the link between SIBO and other diseases?
What are the challenges with SIBO Testing
Understanding testing methods
Myth #2 debunked
The issues with breath testing for SIBO
What are the root causes of SIBO
What is the impact of medication on SIBO?
Dietary management and low FODMAP diet
Probiotics and SIBO management
Myth# 3 debunked
Verdict
Mentioned in today’s episode:
Fiber supplementation protects from antibiotic-induced gut microbiome dysbiosis by modulating gut redox potential from Nature Communications
Our earlier podcast on the low-FODMAP diet
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Episode transcripts are available here.