Gut Health Reset with Dr. Ann-Marie Barter

The Ultimate Guide To Overcoming IBS! - with Dr. Mark Pimentel | Ep. 28

Nov 5, 2021

Dr. Mark Pimentel, Expert on IBS and its potential causes, discusses the complexities of IBS, including causes, symptoms, and the connection to SIBO. They explore the treatment of SIBO with antibiotics and herbal cocktails, as well as the role of antibodies. The challenges in testing for SIBO and approaching doctors for treatment are also discussed. The advancements made in understanding and treating IBS are highlighted, along with the importance of finding a knowledgeable doctor.

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Quick takeaways

Stress does not cause IBS but can exacerbate gut discomfort, while food poisoning, specifically the toxin CDTV, can trigger the development of IBS.

A definitive diagnosis for IBS is crucial as testing for the presence of anti-vinculin and anti-CDTV antibodies can provide a 98% probability, leading to faster diagnosis and treatment.

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The Role of Stress in IBS

Stress is not the cause of IBS, but it can make gut discomfort worse. While stress is known to affect the stomach and cause symptoms like butterflies or stomach problems, it is not considered the primary culprit behind IBS. Instead, the root causes of IBS are related to the gut. One of the key factors is food poisoning, which can trigger the development of IBS. Having a definitive diagnosis for IBS is important as it can lead to better understanding and treatment of the condition.

The Importance of Antibodies in SIBO Treatment

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How to Get Relief From IBS

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Introduction

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Unraveling the Complexities of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

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Treating SIBO and the Role of Antibodies

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Challenges in Testing for SIBO and Approaching Doctors for Treatment

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Advancements in Understanding and Treating IBS

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Are you one of the millions of people around the world who struggles with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)? IBS is one of the most common chronic disorders globally, but despite being so common, IBS is often misunderstood. That’s why, in today’s episode, we are explaining IBS, the potential causes of IBS, SIBO, stress, how diet can help or hurt with IBS, and more with Dr. Mark Pimentel!

We answer these questions:

- What is IBS?

- What are some of the top causes for IBS?

- What symptoms could indicate IBS?

- How does SIBO relate to IBS?

- Why do women seem to be more affected than men by IBS?

- Does stress affect IBS?

- What sorts of foods make IBS worse?

- And more!

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About Dr. Pimentel:

Mark Pimentel, MD, is currently the head of the Pimentel Laboratory and executive director of the Medically Associated Science and Technology (MAST) Program at Cedars-Sinai. This program focuses on the development of drugs, diagnostic tests and devices related to conditions of the microbiome.

The Pimentel Lab researches irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), one of the most prevalent gastrointestinal (GI) conditions effecting about 10 percent of the population worldwide and about 10 to 15 percent of people in the U.S. In the past, there was no definitive test to diagnose IBS. For a time, IBS was thought to be a psychological disease; however, the Pimentel Lab discovered a blood test to provide a definitive diagnosis showing that IBS is an organic disease. Having a definitive diagnosis for IBS paved the way for additional research in the Pimentel Lab to treat the condition.

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Dr. Ann-Marie Barter is a Functional Medicine and Chiropractic Doctor at Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic. She is the clinic founder of Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic that has two offices: one in Longmont and one in Denver. They treat an array of health conditions overlooked or under-treated by conventional medicine, called the "grey zone". https://altfammed.com/

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