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Do you know what SIBO is and how it could be affecting your health?

In today’s episode, Jonathan and Dr. Will Bulsiewicz dive into the world of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), a condition that may underlie common health issues ranging from irritable bowel syndrome to brain fog. 

Together, they tackle myths and share insights into SIBO diagnosis and treatment. Could rebalancing your gut microbiome be the answer you've been searching for?

Dr. Will Bulsiewicz is board-certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology. He’s also a New York Times bestselling author. Dr. B has won multiple awards and distinctions for his work as a clinician. 

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Timecodes

00:00   Introduction to SIBO

01:01 What is SIBO?

02:43 An overgrowth of bacteria

03:41 SIBO Myth #1 debunked

04:34 What is the link between SIBO and other diseases?

06:12 What are the challenges with SIBO Testing

06:48 Understanding testing methods

07:08 Myth #2 debunked

08:28 The issues with breath testing for SIBO

11:38 What are the root causes of SIBO

14:35 What is the impact of medication on SIBO?

16:12 Dietary management and low FODMAP diet

17:45 Probiotics and SIBO management

18:00 Myth# 3 debunked

19:55 Verdict

Mentioned in today’s episode: 

Fiber supplementation protects from antibiotic-induced gut microbiome dysbiosis by modulating gut redox potential from Nature Communications

Our earlier podcast on the low-FODMAP diet 

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Gut health is not just about feeling your best. Your gut is the epicenter of your body and governs immune function, hormones, and nutrient absorption. Yet a whopping 74 percent of Americans claim they live with daily digestive discomfort, including suffering from constipation, which isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s a sign that something is wrong in the gut.

In today’s episode, I talk with Dhru Purohit, Dr. George Papanicolaou, and Dr. Mark Pimentel about the root causes of constipation problems and how to feel better and rebalance your gut.

Dhru Purohit is a podcast host, serial entrepreneur, and investor in the health and wellness industry. His podcast, The Dhru Purohit Podcast, is a top 50 global health podcast with over 30 million unique downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

Dr. George Papanicolaou is a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board certified in family medicine from Abington Memorial Hospital. He is also an Institute for Functional Medicine practitioner. In 2015, he established Cornerstone Personal Health, a practice dedicated entirely to Functional Medicine. Dr. Papanicolaou joined The UltraWellness Center in 2017.

Dr. Mark Pimentel is a professor of medicine and gastroenterology through the Geffen School of Medicine and an associate professor of medicine at Cedars-Sinai. Dr. Pimentel is also the Executive Director of the Medically Associated Science and Technology (MAST) program at Cedars-Sinai, an enterprise of physicians and researchers dedicated to the study of the gut microbiome in order to develop effective diagnostic tools and therapies to improve patient care. Dr. Pimentel has over 150 publications in many high-profile journals, and he is the author of the book The Microbiome Connection: Your Guide to IBS, SIBO, and Low-Fermentation Eating.

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Full-length episodes of these interviews can be found here:

What Is Your Constipation Telling You About Your Overall Health And How To Fix It

IBS: It’s Not In Your Head—Advances In Diagnosing And Treating, Bloating And Tummy Troubles

3 Things That Destroy Your Gut Health

Fungus Among Us: Diagnosing And Treating Yeast Problems

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An estimated 70 million people in the United States are affected by IBS, SIBO, or another disease linked to digestive health, and 74% of Americans say they live with symptoms of digestive discomfort. 

Today, I’m excited to talk to Dr. Mark Pimentel about getting to the root cause of IBS and SIBO, how to properly diagnose and treat it, and strategies to improve your overall gut health.

Dr. Mark Pimentel is a Professor of Medicine and Gastroenterology through the Geffen School of Medicine and an Associate Professor of Medicine at Cedars-Sinai. Dr. Pimentel is also the Executive Director of the Medically Associated Science and Technology (MAST) program at Cedars-Sinai, an enterprise of physicians and researchers dedicated to the study of the gut microbiome in order to develop effective diagnostic tools and therapies to improve patient care. Dr. Pimentel has over 150 publications in many high-profile journals, and he is the author of the book, The Microbiome Connection: Your Guide to IBS, SIBO, and Low-Fermentation Eating.

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Here are more details from our interview (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):

• What are IBS and SIBO and how are they different? (6:12 / 3:31)
• Food poisoning as the root cause of gut symptoms (9:49 / 8:05) 
• Fungal overgrowth, or SIFO (16:00 / 12:34) 
• Testing and treating various types of IBS (19:18 / 16:22) 
• Low-fermentation eating (26:26 / 22:01)
• When probiotics worsen IBS (37:20 / 34:07) 
• Intestinal methane overgrowth (40:08 /  36:00) 
• The gut-brain connection (43:45 / 39:17)
• PCOS and gut issues (48:29 / 44:08)  

Mentioned in this episode

ibssmart.com

triosmartbreath.com

PubMed Research Papers

Get a copy of The Microbiome Connection: Your Guide to IBS, SIBO, and Low-Fermentation Eating.

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This episode uncovers a widespread intestinal problem that stems from common lifestyle practices. Dr. William Davis shares the science behind the problem and reveals the best remedies.

Dr. William Davis is a cardiologist and New York Times #1 bestselling author of the Wheat Belly book series. He is the Medical Director and founder of the Undoctored program, including the Undoctored Inner Circle. He is Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Realize Therapeutics Corp. which is developing innovative solutions for the disrupted human microbiome, and author of the book Super Gut.

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