How to test for SIBO in the UK

How to test for SIBO in the UK

If you’ve been dealing with bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, or abdominal pain and have heard of SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), you might be wondering how to find out if you have it. Testing for SIBO isn’t always straightforward, but there are options...
Why SIBO keeps coming back: root causes of SIBO relapse

Why SIBO keeps coming back: root causes of SIBO relapse

Most people I work with are pretty well read on SIBO, you may even know more than your GP about it. But one thing that people find confusing is why it comes back? In this article, we’ll look at the reasons for SIBO relapsing, how to support long-term relief by...
8 reasons you don’t feel any better after SIBO treatment

8 reasons you don’t feel any better after SIBO treatment

Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth is very tricksy kind of condition, so it’s common to try a treatment and then not feel better. Here are my reasons as an IBS & SIBO nutritionist why it’s hard to be rid of symptoms.   What is SIBO?  Small...
How to use prokinetics in SIBO

How to use prokinetics in SIBO

If you’ve been told to take a prokinetic after SIBO treatment – or you’ve read about them online – you might be wondering what they actually do. This post explains how prokinetics work, how they’re different from laxatives, and whether they’re worth taking if you’re...
What is the Migrating Motor Complex & how to fix it

What is the Migrating Motor Complex & how to fix it

You might never have heard of it, but your Migrating Motor Complex (MMC) is super important. It’s an impulse that moves through your small intestine keeping it clean and healthy. You really need to be aware of this little known biological process if you have IBS...
SIBO root causes: why bacteria overgrow in the small intestine

SIBO root causes: why bacteria overgrow in the small intestine

If you’ve been diagnosed with SIBO, you might be wondering why it happened in the first place. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth doesn’t occur without a reason. In fact, there are several possible root causes — and it’s often a combination of issues that leads to...
Vitamin D – does it help IBS and SIBO?

Vitamin D – does it help IBS and SIBO?

Could a supplement of vitamin D help improve your quality of life if you have IBS? Vitamin D is sometimes called the sunshine vitamin (it’s not actually even a vitamin but a hormone, but let’s just call it vitamin D for now!)  The first thing to note, is...
Is ginger good for IBS and SIBO?

Is ginger good for IBS and SIBO?

Have you ever tried ginger for IBS or SIBO? Ginger is a root herb used as a food flavouring and also has traditionally been used as a medicine. It’s a well-known anti-inflammatory and can be a good way of supporting your digestive system.  Ginger for slow transit time...
Understanding SIBO bloating – causes & solutions

Understanding SIBO bloating – causes & solutions

If you’re dealing with daily bloating that leaves you uncomfortable or looking six months pregnant, SIBO might be the cause.  As a nutritional therapist working with people who have SIBO, bloating is one of the main issues I hear about from my clients. In this blog,...