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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…
Common Nutritional Deficiencies on a SIBO Diet (Part 2)
In part 1 of this article, I discussed micronutrient (vitamin/mineral) deficiencies that I commonly see when individuals follow a strict SIBO diet. In part 2, I will focus on macronutrient (calorie/carbohydrate) deficiencies. Side note for the detail oriented: I included fiber in part 1 of this article, but it is actually a macronutrient. I find that individuals following restrictive diets are…
Common Nutritional Deficiencies on a SIBO Diet (Part 1)
This weekend I led a workshop to discuss meal planning strategies and nutritional deficiencies for those following a SIBO diet. I focused on the dietary deficiencies that I commonly see when trying to prepare nutritionally balanced meal plans following the SIBO Specific Food Guide. This dietary approach created by Dr. Allison Siebecker combines the low FODMAP…
20 Quick Takeaways- SIBO Symposium 2016
Although some of these takeaways are not new information for seasoned SIBO folks, I believe they are important reminders (such as #s 1-7). For those who are newer to SIBO, some of the terms used may seem like a foreign language. I encourage any and all questions in the comment section. There is no such thing…
SIBO Debate Recap: Cause or Consequence?
Tonight I attended the much-anticipated debate between two well-respected NCNM physicians and professors: Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis and Dr. Paul Kalnins. They dueled out the following question: SIBO- cause or consequence? In the end, it seemed as if they shared more similarities than differences in regard to the way in which SIBO should be approached. SIBO Debate Recap:…
Health Update- My SIBO Success Story
The past After two years of determination, I finally feel like a healthy person (again)…or maybe for the first time ever! It has been two years since my SIBO diagnosis and five years since I was originally diagnosed with “IBS”. But the truth is, I was dealing with poor health much earlier- I just never…
Supplement Spotlight: Bovine Colostrum
Bovine colostrum seems to be quite the rage in the SIBO community these days. In this post (and the accompanying video), I detail my personal experience using this supplement as well as some research I have examined. I discuss both anecdotal and formal evidence in addition to precautions to consider. I point out that it is…
Struggling with Sulfur Sensitivity? My Interview w/ The Paleo PI
I was recently interviewed by Rory from the Paleo PI to discuss sulfur sensitivity and small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). In this interview, we covered potential causes of sulfur sensitivity, treatment ideas, and our personal experiences with these conditions. You’ll learn about why you may be reacting to foods such as kale, eggs, broccoli, and…
Social Situations & Food Intolerances (Plus A Tea Handout)
Social situations in many different cultures frequently revolve around food (some of you may even find yourself in this situation this weekend- chips, pizza, wings..anyone have a guess?). These situations can leave individuals with food intolerances feeling isolated, frustrated, teased, or misunderstood. When living with food sensitivities, it can often feel like there are only two choices: starve…
