

3301: Could SIFO Be Causing Your Bloating & Gas? (TWT)
Feb 18, 2025
Discover the surprising link between gut health and symptoms like bloating, gas, and brain fog. The discussion reveals how Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) can often be misdiagnosed. Learn about the unique symptoms that set SIFO apart from other gut issues and the importance of proper testing. Plus, a 12-week protocol is shared to help restore balance in the gut. Find out if fungal overgrowth could be the hidden culprit behind your discomfort!
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SIFO Causes Misdiagnosed Symptoms
- Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) causes bloating, gas, brain fog, and skin rashes often mistaken for other issues.
- SIBO and SIFO overlap but require different treatments, especially pharmaceuticals.
Antibiotics Caused My Fungal Overgrowth
- Stephen had severe yeast overgrowth from extensive antibiotic use during his teens.
- Over 3,000 capsules of amoxicillin destroyed his gut microbiome leading to fungal problems.
Common Causes of Fungal Overgrowth
- Antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors, high cortisol, autoimmune issues, and high sugar diets can lead to fungal overgrowth.
- Common triggers disrupt the gut microbiome and increase intestinal permeability causing systemic inflammation.