11/09/2026
You’ve eliminated gluten. Cut out dairy. Tried low FODMAP. And you’re still bloated.
Sound familiar? It might be time to look upstream.
SIBO — Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth — happens when microbes migrate into the small intestine where they don’t belong.
And because the small intestine is where most of your nutrient absorption happens, these misplaced bacteria compete for those nutrients and produce gas as they feed.
The result? Bloating, burping, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, and even nutrient deficiencies that leave you running on empty — no matter how well you eat.
Here’s the part that surprises most people — SIBO often starts upstream.
Mindless eating, low stomach acid, impaired bile or pancreatic secretions — these create the conditions for bacteria to migrate where they shouldn’t be.
Even constant snacking can interfere with your body’s natural cleansing mechanism between meals.
And that breath test your doctor ordered? Not as reliable as you might think. The best approach is to evaluate your symptoms and address your digestive function from the root.
Swipe through for the full breakdown — including herbal support, gut motility tips, and simple daily habits that can make a real difference