The Health Edge 31: SIBO Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth

In this episode of The Health Edge, John and Mark review the hot topic of SIBO, small bacterial intestinal overgrowth. In this emergent area of research, migration of bacteria normally present in the colon (large intestine) migrate into the small intestine and find “safe haven”. SIBO is now well associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and may be associated with a host of other health problems.

John and mark briefly review testing and treatment strategies of SIBO.

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The Health Edge: Episode 31 SIBO

In this episode of The Health Edge, John and Mark review the hot topic of SIBO, small bacterial intestinal overgrowth. In this emergent area of research, migration of bacteria normally present in the colon (large intestine) migrate into the small intestine and find “safe haven”. SIBO is now well associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and may be associated with a host of other health problems.

John and mark briefly review testing and treatment strategies of SIBO.





The Health Edge: Q & A’s

In this episode of The Health Edge Mark answers some commonly asked questions by listeners. Topics include:

  • Alternatives to hormone replacement for PMS and hormonal imbalance.
  • Statins: To take or not to take to reduce cardiovascular risk
  • Chronic kidney disease: what can be done to protect one’s kidneys



The Health Edge 27: Gut Balance-All health Starts Here

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In this episode of The Health Edge John and Mark review the link between gastrointestinal balance and health. They explore leaky gut or intestinal permeability, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and dysbiosis as common causes of both gastrointestinal health concerns like GERD (reflux), IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and many non-gastrointestinal health issues e.g. asthma, eczema, autoimmunity, headaches, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, etc.

John and mark review common labs for consideration in the assessment of gut imbalances and briefly review a 5-R approach to gut health:

R- remove offending triggers

R-Replace e.g. digestive enzymes

R- Repopulate healthy flora with plant-based fermentable fiber, fermented foods and probiotics

R- Repair using lifestyle strategies and supplements

R- Relax, stress reduction

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The Health Edge 27: Gut Health-Always the Place to Start

In this episode of The Health Edge John and Mark review the link between gastrointestinal balance and health. They explore leaky gut or intestinal permeability, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and dysbiosis as common causes of both gastrointestinal health concerns like GERD (reflux), IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and many non-gastrointestinal health issues e.g. asthma, eczema, autoimmunity, headaches, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, etc.

John and mark review common labs for consideration in the assessment of gut imbalances and briefly review a 5-R approach to gut health:

R- remove offending triggers

R-Replace e.g. digestive enzymes

R- Repopulate healthy flora with plant-based fermentable fiber, fermented foods and probiotics

R- Repair using lifestyle strategies and supplements

R- Relax, stress reduction