The Gut Remedy Blog
Migrating Motor Complex (MMC) and SIBO: What if it’s not just about bacteria?
The migrating motor complex (MMC) is one of the most important systems for gut motility, and one of the most overlooked drivers of SIBO and ongoing gut symptoms. How the…
30 strange symptoms of SIBO that have nothing to do with digestion
Most people associate SIBO with bloating, gas, or constipation. But the truth is, SIBO can cause a long list of strange, non-digestive symptoms that many doctors overlook. I know this first…
Probiotics for SIBO: do they make it worse or help you heal?
What is SIBO? For years, we’ve been told that Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) is exactly what the name says – too many bacteria in the small intestine. Doctors and…
If your gastritis isn’t improving, it might not be gastritis
If your gastritis isn’t improving, or your symptoms keep coming back despite treatment, it’s worth asking whether it’s actually gastritis at all. What is gastritis? Gastritis means inflammation of the…
Do you have low or high Akkermansia levels? Why does it matter?
So here’s the thing, we know about the composition of less than 50% of our gut microbiome [1]. Even after years of research, there’s still a lot we don’t know about the…
Should you get a Heidelberg test for low stomach acid?
Low stomach acid can be a major factor in digestive issues, nutrient deficiencies, and even more significant health problems. Many people are diagnosed with conditions like reflux or GERD and treated…
Is there really a SIBO diet? Why restricting foods might be making you worse
Looking for the best SIBO diet? If you’ve been told to cut carbs, fibre or entire food groups to heal your gut, you’re far from alone – but this approach…
21 root causes of SIBO: why your symptoms keep coming back
The root causes of SIBO are often overlooked, as SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) does not occur randomly. It’s not something you simply wake up with one morning. We naturally have…