What is Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth or SIBO?
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It is an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine area which is the first part of the intestine after the stomach. It can occur in many reasons; it can be an overgrowth of bacteria such as, Escherichia coli (E. Coli), Streptococcus, Lactobacillus, Bacteroides, Enterococcus, etc. The overgrowth of bacteria can cause bloating, diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of weight, etc.

So how can SIBO be diagnosed? Generally, it can be diagnosed by a breath-test: hydrogen breath-test, hydrogen methane breath test or depending on the breath test being used to diagnose exactly what is going on. Aside from the breath tests, the physical symptoms are very clear.

Some practitioners make exploratory tests to their patients which may not be necessary. Treatments are often done with antibiotics. However, I don't favour antibiotics, I favour using certain probiotics or specific probiotics (natural way) so that it'll allow the small intestine to function properly and to self-regulate.

If you think that you have SIBO or you have been diagnosed with SIBO, see a medical nutritionist and a naturopath. Call us Now at 02 9571 4333 to book an appointment (Australia). Visit us at http://www.healtheducationcentre.com/naturopathy/