What Is SIBO?

SIBO, or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth, is a condition characterized by an excessive growth of bacteria in the small intestine. Under normal circumstances, the small intestine has relatively low levels of bacteria compared to the large intestine. This is why the use of what you use to support your body to address overgrowth, then replenish is so very important. When probiotics are pushed on the general population for all aspects of health they drive this issue to either be created or made worse. Probiotics are designed to be top heavy, sit in the small intestine, so they would then fuel the imbalance in this area. Foods on the other had due to the body knowing where to place them do not fuel the top heavy issue.

Most probiotics contains billions of the following:

• Lactobactillus (certain strains elevate histamine)

• Biodifobacteria

• Yeasts ( major or minor histamine catalyst)
  

Just imagine your gene FUT2 (lets you know IF you need probiotics) is balanced and you don’t require it, and you have candida and underlying fungal issues. By taking general advice you are then adding to these issues. When this balance is disrupted, it can lead to various digestive issues.

Effects on Health

1. Digestive Symptoms: Common symptoms include bloating, gas, diarrhea, constipation, and abdominal pain. These occur because the excess bacteria ferment food inappropriately, leading to gas and other uncomfortable sensations.
   

2. Nutrient Malabsorption: SIBO can interfere with the absorption of nutrients, leading to deficiencies in vitamins (like B12, fat-soluble vitamins) and minerals. This can result in fatigue, anemia, and other health issues.
   

3. Weight Loss: Due to malabsorption, some individuals may experience unintended weight loss.
   

4. Chronic Conditions: SIBO can be associated with or exacerbate conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), fibromyalgia, and certain autoimmune diseases.

SIBO (gut dysbosis) is made up of the following:

• Bacillus spp (increases histamine)

• Enterococcus fae.

• Enterococcus fascism

• Morganella spp. (strong histamine producer)

• Pseudomonas spp., aer. (elevator of histamine)

• Staph spp, aureus (mast and histamine elevator)

• Strep

• Desulfovbrio

• Methanobacteriaceae ( trigger histamine/mast cell release)

• Citrobacter spp, Freundii (elevates histamine)

• Klebsiella spp., pneumonia (elevates histamine)

• Proteus spp., mirabilis (elevates histamine)

What You Should Know

1. Causes: Factors that can contribute to SIBO include certain anatomical abnormalities of the intestines, motility disorders (like gastroparesis), and blood sugar regulation. Use of PEG and  Antibiotic use change the gut terrain. Diet high in refined carbohydrates without a balance of greens, and fibers also play a role.
   

2. Diagnosis: SIBO is typically diagnosed through breath tests, which measure hydrogen and methane levels after consuming a sugar solution. Elevated levels indicate bacterial overgrowth. Comprehensive stool is another option, where there is no invasive solution, and gives you 10 tests in one, as your liver, pancreas as well as gut lining are assessed.
   

3. Approach and Plan: Depending on the practitioner may involve antibiotics (traditional medicine) or herbal (holistic /functional) to address bacterial overgrowth, and life style,  paired with dietary changes (such as a low-FODMAP/FOD-MAP,  MOLD, Candida, Low Histamine) diets are used based on testing results, and support to assist gut motility.
   

4. Restoration and Management: Maintaining a healthy gut microbiome through a balanced diet specific to your testing result/ needs, managing stress, and addressing underlying health issues can help prevent SIBO
   

SIBO is a core reason why histamine and mast cell issue are on the rise. The approach one takes to manage it is important. Following general advice regarding SIBO is playing a core role in increasing the health issues that occur when SIBO is fed and not balanced. If you are done guessing and would like to address your root issues click here to schedule a complementary 30 min call to get insight on how to personalize your approach!!

Sources: these are for reference, many other sources are available to support the above. Please be sure to do your own research. Histamine Intolerance Originates in the Gut - PMC (nih.gov)

Histamine: A Mediator of Intestinal Disorders—A Review - PMC (nih.gov)

The taxonomic distribution of histamine-secreting bacteria in the human gut microbiome - PMC (nih.gov)

Histamine synthesis by respiratory tract micro-organisms: possible role in pathogenicity. | Journal of Clinical Pathology (bmj.com)

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