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…
Bridgetown Nutrition Blogs
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…
5 SIBO-Friendly Snack Suggestions
Snacks and SIBO are a tricky combination. So I thought it might be helpful to share this post with my ideas for 5 SIBO-friendly snacks to provide some inspiration. While not all of these snacks will necessarily work for everyone with SIBO, I hope this list provides a good starting place for those struggling to find…
Can Exercise Improve Motility & Constipation?
Have you ever noticed the urge to have a bowel movement after you have just gone on a long walk? Or perhaps you have noticed your digestive motility seems more regular when you have been getting more exercise? Well there’s actually some research behind this. Let’s explore! My curiosity regarding this topic stems partially from this…
2016 Holiday Wellness Gift Guide
Looking for holiday gifts to make your loved ones happy and healthy? Look no further! I have compiled some of my favorites to keep your shopping season simple. And they are all super practical! (Time-sensitive Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals/coupon codes included) Beauty Products When I started learning about the toxins in common cosmetics,…
20 Key Takeaways- Global Outreach Symposium on IBS & SIBO 2016
I compiled the following key takeaways from watching the 2nd Global Outreach Symposium on IBS and SIBO. It was a conference organized by Dr. Mark Pimentel and colleagues at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. There were some fascinating new concepts presented that may help some of you suffering from IBS and SIBO. Please leave…