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…
Bridgetown Nutrition Blogs
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…
Psoriasis & SIBO
Did you know that skin issues are typically a result of some sort of digestive dysfunction? That’s right…your acne, psoriasis, itchy skin, rashes, eczema, and/or rosacea could indicate that there is something going awry in your gut.
Happy New Year (Plus A Poll- How Can I Help You in 2016?)
Happy New Year! I hope that everyone’s health and wellness has prospered in 2015 and will continue to do so in 2016. In an effort to continue providing targeted support for individuals suffering from SIBO and related chronic illnesses, I would like to hear from you about what resources you would like me to provide…
Red meat and cancer? – what to think and what to do
Aglaee provides an excellent research-based analysis of the red meat & cancer “news” from this year in her most recent blog post. If you haven’t already read her post, I highly recommend checking it out!
Sources of Mercury Exposure
Need another reason to avoid soda? It may contain mercury! I know, I know, for those of you who are seasoned SIBO warriors or health enthusiasts, avoiding soda is probably a “no brainer”. It probably doesn’t even sound good to you! But I couldn’t help but share a 2009 research article that analyzed a few…
Words of Wisdom for SIBO Newbies
Have you recently been diagnosed with SIBO or know someone who has? I have compiled a list of my top 8 pieces of advice that I wish someone had told me when I was first diagnosed. Please enjoy and share with others who are just beginning their road to recovery. It’s a marathon, not a sprint….
VSL#3: A Remedy for Constipation
Probiotics and their efficacy for individuals with SIBO is a controversial topic for which I have been on both sides. At times, probiotics have worsened my SIBO symptoms and at other times they have been very beneficial. But no probiotic formula has been as effective for me as VSL#3. In this post I will discuss…
