Is SIBO Driving Your IBS and Weight Gain?

Green Wisdom Health Podcast

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, is a relatively common condition, and is believed by many experts to be one of the most common causes of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It has also been shown to contribute to weight gain. There are many things that can contribute to the development of SIBO such as poor digestion, chronic constipation, imbalanced gut bacteria, low stomach acid, poor diet, etc. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help support your gut such as certain supplements, different types of probiotics, having regular bowel movements, and several other things. In this week's show, we'll discuss if SIBO could be driving your IBS and weight gain, and some things you can do to help support your gut health. Products Mentioned in Today's Show GI Support - Provides extensive support for the entire GI tract by addressing energy requirements of intestinal mucosa, structural composition of intestinal and colonic cells, microorganism balance, and production of protective intestinal mucus secretions.† SBI Spore - Bacillus spores remain dormant in harsh environments until they reach more favorable environments like the human gastrointestinal tract. This combination of specific strains, particularly Bacillus coagulans, Bacillus clausii, and Bacillus subtilis, may help relieve symptoms for common GI complaints and reinforce healthy gut function. Probio-Ease - This shelf-stable, 50 billion CFU formulation contains a blend of 7 select probiotic species with Sunfiber®, a low-FODMAP certified prebiotic. This formulation provides comprehensive microbiome, immune, and healthy inflammation support in one convenient capsule.† You can also listen to Is SIBO Driving Your IBS and Weight Gain? on our YouTube channel here.