For the past several years, I have attended the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) SIBO Symposium in Portland, Oregon (that’s where I live!). Each year, I make a point to write a post highlighting some of my key takeaways from the conference. Here are posts from previous years: 15 Quick Takeaways- NUNM SIBO Symposium…
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FMT in the Bahamas (Part II): Tips & Accommodations for Success
As you may know if you follow my blog or Instagram (@sibowithhope), one month ago (May 2018) I traveled to the Bahamas for a procedure called Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT). You can read all about what it is and why I went in Part I of this series. I am sure many of you want…
FMT In The Bahamas (Part I): Why Am I Here?
Those of you who receive my newsletter or watch my instagram stories likely know that I am in Nassau, Bahamas for two weeks to undergo an experimental procedure called fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT). In a series of posts, I will be sharing about my experience and making recommendations to help those of you who decide…
5 High FODMAP Foods You May Be “Mistakenly” Eating On Your SIBO Diet
Navigating SIBO and diet can feel overwhelming and confusing. I know because I have been there. If you search for SIBO recipes on the Internet, you may discover many contradictions. The contradictory dietary protocols make it difficult to find recipes most effective for minimizing symptoms. There’s Dr. Siebecker’s SIBO Specific Food Guide (SSFG), Dr. Jacobi’s…
Akkermansia Muciniphila: An Important Microbe in Gut Disorders?
Is it just me or have you also been hearing more about Akkermansia muciniphila recently? I suspect that the increased chatter about this microorganism has something to do with the emergence and expansion of direct-to-consumer gut microbiome testing companies such as Ubiome. More specifically, I have encountered several individuals with IBS and/or SIBO whose Ubiome…
10 Summer SIBO Healthy Potluck Recipes (Low FODMAP, GF, DF)
Summer isn’t over yet! If you are wondering what to bring to a labor day weekend potluck that’s easy on the tummy, I’ve got lots of ideas for you! If you struggle with food sensitivities, it can be really nice to know that there will be something you will be able to eat in social…
SIBO “Supplement” Spotlight: EnteraGam
Have you heard of EnteraGam? It’s a medical food designed for the management of IBS-D. But it could also potentially work for some people with IBS-C and SIBO. Or at least that’s what I have seen. Let me explain… Personal Experience I first heard about EnteraGam when I was working as an assistant to a doctor…
15 Quick Takeaways- NUNM SIBO Symposium 2017
The NUNM SIBO Symposium is one that always tends to draw a crowd. This year (2017) was the fourth appearance for the annual conference and the third that I have attended. Each year, I am excited to learn about new developments in the SIBO world. Especially those that provide support and solutions for the many…
Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO- Exciting Updates From 2017 SIBO Symposium
For those who have been following my health journey since the beginning, you know that hydrogen sulfide SIBO has always been something on my radar. For a period of time, I suffered from intolerance to sulfur/thiol foods. Luckily, this eventually went away when I was introduced to the high-potency probiotic VSL#3 (one of the few probiotic…
Meet Dietitian Emily: Fun Without FODMAPs
I am constantly on the prowl for new recipes to try for my clients and myself. Trying new recipes is kind of like going to cooking classes…except a whole lot cheaper! You get inspiration and see the way that others do things. It’s learning at its finest. When I came across the blog of Dietitian…
