Best ways to test for bacterial overgrowth

For the millions, including me, that have had to deal with bloating and abdominal discomfort alone or accompanied by constipation, diarrhea or both, life can get pretty miserable. New research shows that the problems start with methane producing bacteria. Left untreated, these out-of-place bacteria feed off the foods you eat and create methane gas that leaves you bloated and uncomfortable.

Dr. Ken Brown, today's guest, is an expert at how to permanently fix this issue. He received his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical School, and completed his fellowship in gastroenterology in San Antonio, Texas.  He is a board certified gastroenterologist and has been in practice for over 15 years with a clinical focus on inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Brown declares that his mission is to bridge the gap between medical and natural science.

For over a decade he has been conducting clinical research for various pharmacologic companies. Dr. Brown recognized an unmet need for something natural that could help his IBS patients find real relief.  After developing the only all-natural, clinically proven answer for IBS and bloating for over 6 years, ATRANTIL (ahh-tron-teel) launched in the summer of 2015.  Dr. Brown developed Atrantil to help those suffering from the symptoms of IBS which we now know are caused by bacterial overgrowth.

During our discussion, you'll discover:

-Why bloating occurs in the first place...10:00

-The very best test to determine the source of your bloating...18:00

-The mechanism by which polyphenol would get rid of bloating, and the fascinating action of "postbiotics"...24:00

-The South American herb "Quebracho", and how it can disrupt hydrogen production and kill archaebacteria in the gut...42:00

-How horse chestnut and peppermint work together to get rid of bloating and gas, and also to heal the gut...47:30

-Whether the three ingredients in Atrantil have been studied for efficacy in the gut...52:00

-The best way for people to get Atrantil, how long to take it, and after every meal...1:03:45

-And much more!

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Resources from this episode:

-Get Atrantil here - enter code “BEN” at checkout for 15% off of your purchase

-Viome microbiome test

-The FODMAP diet

-CBD Oil 

-My podcast on "Restore" with Dr. Zach Bush

Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Dr. Brown or me? Leave your comments at http://bengreenfieldfitness.com/gas and one of us will reply!

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