SIBO Survivor Blog

Abdominal Distension & Bloating in People with IBS and SIBO Abdominal bloating and distension are possibly the two most common causes of why people consult a gastroenterologist. As a matter of fact, everybody has suffered from bloating...

Nutrients & Fat Malabsorption in SIBO/IBS Patients Have you ever felt like your stomach is bloated within a few hours after eating? Even if you have not experienced a high degree of abdominal swelling, any amount of bloating could be a...

Does Celiac Disease Cause SIBO and IBS? Celiac disease, a digestive disorder, is caused by an immune response to eating gluten found in barley, wheat, and rye. When you are diagnosed with the disease, you may think that following a...

SIBO Causes Fatigue Do you find yourself sleep deprived or feel tired day after day? Have you been continually skipping family events, workplace functions, or lunch with friends just because you feel so weak and tired all the time? Bearing...

6 of the Best IBS Diets to Avoid Flare-Ups Irritable bowel syndrome, or simply referred to as IBS, is an intestinal disorder that causes changes in a person’s bowel movements. Symptoms associated with IBS include bloating, diarrhea,...

Does SIBO Cause Digestive Enzyme Deficiency Many organs work in tandem for digesting and absorbing the food you take. These organs are responsible for breaking down the food and liquid you consume into simpler forms, including carbs,...

Immune System and SIBO – Are they Connected? The immune system is your body’s defense mechanism, which always protects you against all diseases that threaten you from both outside and inside. It recognizes and attacks any domestic or foreign...

Can SIBO Cause Iron Deficiency Do you always feel tired? Have you consulted a medical practitioner and been diagnosed with iron deficiency or anemia? Do you take iron supplements and find that it does not make you feel better? The chances...

SIBO Causes Weight Loss - Why and How to Avoid? Patients that are SIBO positive may find managing their weight a monumental task. Some may experience a rapid weight loss of 20-25 pounds within a period of just 3-4 months. Those that are...