Love Your Gut Ep. 25: How to find the root cause of your digestive symptoms
Oct 25, 2022
Discover the importance of identifying root causes for digestive symptoms rather than just treating them! Learn how chronic stress impacts gut health and why individual care is key. Dr. Finley shares insights on tracking symptoms and creating a health timeline. Explore the significance of meal hygiene and the brain-gut connection. Plus, find out how to manage stress through daily joys and relationships. Uncover often-overlooked contributors like diet and sleep that can affect your well-being!
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Pool Analogy For Root-Cause Healing
- Dr. Heather Finley compares a neglected, algae-filled pool to untreated digestive problems that keep returning.
- She fixed the pool by identifying a broken filter rather than only adding chlorine, illustrating root-cause treatment.
Same Symptoms, Different Causes
- Identical symptoms can have completely different root causes and therefore need different treatments.
- Treating only the symptom (e.g., Miralax) often fails because underlying pathophysiology varies by person.
Use Tests Strategically Not Excessively
- Use targeted tests sparingly and strategically rather than spending thousands on panels.
- One or two tests like a GI-MAP or SIBO breath test can provide useful insight depending on your case.