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MYF 62 | Healing from IBS and SIBO with Dr. Allison Siebecker

Welcome to Episode 62!

In episode 62, we interview functional digestive health and SIBO expert, Dr. Allison Siebecker, about testing, treatment, and long-term prevention of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). In the U.S. 10-15% of the population is suffering with IBS and two thirds of these cases occur in women. Newer evidence shows that more than 60% of IBS cases are actually caused by SIBO, making this a major issue affecting women's health and, ultimately, fertility. IBS and SIBO can lead to nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, hormone imbalances, autoimmune conditions, and systemic inflammation, all of which impact reproductive health in a negative way. We're excited to have Dr. Siebecker with us today to talk about how you can find out if you have SIBO, what causes it, and how to get effective treatment so you can regain your health and support your fertility. This episode is for anyone who is struggling with their digestive health, especially those with regular symptoms of bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort, constipation, diarrhea, or both.

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Show Notes:

5:45        Dr. Siebecker’s background and how she became a naturopathic doctor focused on SIBO

9:40        What SIBO is and what symptoms it typically causes

13:10     The most common underlying causes of SIBO

16:20     How food poisoning can cause IBS and SIBO

19:25     Testing for post-infectious IBS with the IBS Smart test

26:50     Breath testing to diagnose SIBO and determine which type you have

33:20     Other factors that can contribute to SIBO and what health conditions are associated with it

37:20     The role of stress in IBS and SIBO

40:50     Inflammation and anxiety caused by increased LPS toxin that can occur

42:30     Treatment options for hydrogen & methane SIBO and the different layers of treatment to consider

45:30     Pharmaceutical antibiotics

48:25     Herbal antimicrobials

52:45     Elemental diet

60:25     Hydrogen sulfide SIBO treatment options

63:20     Preventing relapse of SIBO with prokinetic drugs or herbs

69:10     Using diet for symptoms management during and/or after treatment

72:00     The connection between SIBO, fertility, and your future baby’s health

77:25     Even “chronic” SIBO doesn’t mean you’ll always be acutely symptomatic all the time

79:30     Dr. Siebecker’s SIBO courses for both practitioners and patients