Your body has many different defense mechanisms to deal with any possible infection or microorganism attack, or potential overgrowth (bacterial, fungal). Any dysfunction in the defense system may contribute to the development of SIBO. Some of the contributing factors could be some dysfunctions in the body’s natural defense system, such as low stomach acid, poor bile flow, disordered or even absent motility, etc.

Helicobacter pylori infection can be one of the root causes of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth by lowering stomach acid levels. Can Helicobacter pylori infection be the root cause of SIBO? What is Helicobacter Pylori (or shortly H. Pylori)?
How can Helicobacter Pylori infection lead to SIBO? Natural approaches for Helicobacter pylori infection

Opening your detox pathways is crucial for your health and in any clearing protocol. I see many people in the SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) or even anti-Candida, parasite world ready to quickly jump on an antimicrobial / antibiotics or antifungal route and bombard their body with heavy herbs or medication to get rid of the problem as soon as possible.

Are you suffering from symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, mood swings, dry skin, slow bowel movement, and even weight gain? These could also be a sign of thyroid dysfunction. Your thyroid is responsible for controlling your metabolic processes. If it is under-functioning, it pushes the brake pedal and slows down the body’s metabolic processes. In the case of hyperthyroidism, it pushes the gas pedal and makes the process run faster.

You cannot fit into your jeans anymore because you feel so bloated? You wake up with a flat belly in the morning, and in the evening, you look like six months pregnant? These SIBO symptoms may sound a bit extreme but are not exceptional cases. Many other clients experience constant gas or bloating …

If you are experiencing digestive problems and you suspect that SIBO can be the culprit of your symptoms, ask your practitioner to test you for SIBO.
Knowing the type of your SIBO can determine the best treatment options.