What is your gut telling you?
Over 2,500 years ago, Hippocrates famously stated, “All disease begins in the gut.” This ancient insight remains profoundly relevant today, as a growing body of scientific research continues to highlight the critical link between diet, gut health, and the overall functioning of the body. Gastrointestinal health is now widely recognized as the cornerstone of overall well-being and diagnostic testing options have evolved
Do you experience any of the following?
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Bloating
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Abdominal pain or discomfort
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Increased flatulence, gas or burping
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Diarrhoea or loose frequent bowel movements
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Constipation or sluggish digestion
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Reflux, heartburn or persistent sore throat
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Bad breath
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Food intolerances or allergies
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History of H.pylori infection
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History of parasites or travellers diarrhoea
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In some cases, women’s hormonal health and the menstrual cycle can be adversely effected by gut dysfunction
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If you have more than one of these symptoms, it is likely your gut needs some help​
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What is the Microbiome?
The human microbiome refers to the collection of genomes from all the microbes that live in and on us—including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Over the past decade, it has become a major focus in health research. Thanks to advances in genome sequencing, scientists can now identify and study the vast communities of microbes that inhabit the gut, skin, and other areas of the body.
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We now understand that the microbiome plays vital roles in human health, including:
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Supporting and training the immune system
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Protecting against harmful pathogens
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Helping extract nutrients from food
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Producing essential vitamins
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Influencing brain function and mental health​
In short, the microbiome is not just an add-on—it is an essential partner in our biology. Without it, the body cannot maintain a healthy state.
​When the Gut Microbiome is Out of Balance
An unhealthy or imbalanced microbiome in the gut has been linked to a wide range of conditions and symptoms, such as:
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SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth): bloating, excess gas, abdominal pain
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Reflux and gastritis
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IBS and IBD
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Chronic constipation or diarrhoea
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Parasites
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Food allergies and intolerances
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Autoimmune conditions
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Migraines
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Skin issues: rashes, hives, eczema, psoriasis
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Fatigue, brain fog, headaches
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Nutrient deficiencies, including iron deficiency anaemia
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Hormonal imbalances: PMS, irregular periods, PCOS, endometriosis
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What is Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)?
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SIBO can be a debilitating condition and effects millions of people worldwide. There is a strong link between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and SIBO, with recent studies suggesting that SIBO may be the leading cause of IBS.
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SIBO is a condition involving overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine, which can lead to many digestive symptoms such as, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation and excess gas, to name a few. Bacteria, which are normally found in the large intestine, migrate up to the small intestine and grow out of control. Abnormal levels of bacteria in the small intestine lead to problems such as; malabsorption of nutrients, improper gut motility, ‘leaky gut’, fungal overgrowth in the intestines and food intolerances. These issues can then lead to secondary health problems in other systems of the body.
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SIBO may be treated with specific dietary changes and a supplement protocol, which usually last 3-6 months. Complex cases can take longer to treat and manage.
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If you have IBS or unexplained chronic digestive issues, then you may need to be tested for SIBO.
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Testing involves a breath test, which can be done at home.
For more information book in for an appointment to discuss your individual symptoms. ​