Gut Health
Digestive Disorders
Are you experiencing these symptoms?
Excessive or foul smelling gas
Bloating
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Constipation
Decreased concentration
Fatigue
Joint pain
Food allergies/sensitivities
Eczema, acne, rosacea
Bad breath and gum disease
Candida overgrowth and recurrent yeast infections
Depression or anxiety
Acid reflux/GERD
Hives/rashes/runny nose after eating
It is estimated that some form of digestive disorder affects more than 100 million people in America. For some people, digestive disorders are a source of irritation and discomfort that may cause them to drastically limit their lifestyles and frequently miss work. Digestive disorders are often more than just stomach issues and can affect the entire body resulting in unrelated symptoms such as brain fog, fatigue, skin issues, weight gain/loss, mood disorders, malabsorption, and nutrient deficiencies.
The Gut Microbiome
The human gut microbiome contains as much as 10x the number of microorganisms compared to how many cells we have in our body. It functions as an organ with its own communication network.
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Modulates the immune system. 80% of immune system is located in the gut
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Impacts all things digestion – gut motility
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Affects nutritional status – some bacteria produce B vitamins, vitamin K, impacts mineral absorption
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Metabolism/Weight Management
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Blood Sugar/Insulin Sensitivity
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Mood regulation – anxiety, depression
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Inflammation – can be a main source of inflammation in the body
There are several common causes of digestive disorders with the most common being food sensitivities, bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine (SIBO), leaky gut, and an imbalance in “good” and “bad” bacteria (dysbiosis). There are many potential causes of dysbiosis including a poor diet, pesticides, glyphosate, antibiotic use, excessive alcohol consumption, stress, infections, and certain medications. We can help you identify which triggers are causing your digestive issues by getting to the root cause and not simply treating your symptoms.
Diseases Associated with Dysbiosis:
Alcoholic liver disease
Antibiotic-associated diarrhea
Chemotherapy-associated diarrhea
Clostridium difficile-associated disease Coeliac disease
Crohn’s disease
Diverticular disease
Irritable bowel syndrome
Liver cirrhosis
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Radiotherapy-associated diarrhoea
SIBO
Ulcerative colitis
Alzheimer’s disease
Anxiety
Asthma
Atopic eczema
Autism
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Depression
Kidney stones
Metabolic syndrome
Multiple sclerosis
Obesity
Parkinson’s disease
Rheumatoid arthritis
Type I diabetes
Type II diabetes
You can see why your gut health is so important! Let’s work together to resolve these imbalances and restore your gut health so that you can thrive again.