The gut should be considered as an extension of the brain, which can create and maintain inflammation in our body. While conventional medicine tends to focus on symptom relief with drugs or surgery, integrative medicine focuses on healing your entire
Inflammation is a hot topic in the health and wellness world, but inflammation can manifest differently in different people – and it’s not always a bad thing. Inflammation is a natural process in the body in which white blood
At-home food sensitivity tests are more popular than ever, and for good reason! Many people struggle with symptoms that could be related to food sensitivities. Symptoms range from gastrointestinal distress to brain fog, low energy, skin issues, mood swings, and
Teresa Esterle, M.D. There are many considerations when choosing a probiotic. Generally speaking, most people can benefit from taking one. We always recommend working with your provider to get a specific recommendation that is best for you. However, there are
Stress is a normal part of modern daily life, but most people are not aware of the negative consequences of stress on their health—until it is too late. Some people are able to cope with stress better than others, while
“A study published in 2003 showed that 84% of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) sufferers have SIBO.”
SIBO, or Small Intestinal Bowel Overgrowth, is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the lining of the small intestine resulting in a “leaky gut”. When our gut is working normally, as we digest food the bacteria gets transported along to our large intestine to be eliminated. If this system is disrupted and bacteria is leftover in the small intestine, we may begin to see these signs.