ZOE Science & Nutrition The truth about SIBO with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
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Mar 14, 2024 Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, a board-certified gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author, reveals the complexities of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). He debunks several myths about the condition and discusses its links to issues like irritable bowel syndrome and brain fog. The conversation covers the challenges of SIBO testing, the impact of medications, and emphasizes dietary strategies, particularly the low FODMAP diet, for managing SIBO while rebuilding gut health.
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SIBO and its Links
- SIBO, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is gaining research interest.
- It's potentially linked to conditions like IBS and even Alzheimer's.
SIBO Explained
- In healthy individuals, the small intestine has few bacteria; most reside in the large intestine.
- SIBO involves an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine, disrupting this balance.
SIBO: Imbalance, Not Infection
- SIBO is not an infection, but a bacterial imbalance (dysbiosis) in the small intestine.
- The classic form, hydrogen-dominant SIBO, is driven by bacteria producing excess gas.