Digestive & Gut Health
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by chronic abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits. While conventional medicine often treats IBS as a diagnosis of exclusion with limited options, functional medicine investigates the underlying causes including SIBO, food sensitivities, gut dysbiosis, and stress to provide lasting relief.
Common Symptoms
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Chronic abdominal pain and cramping
Bloating and gas
Diarrhea, constipation, or alternating between both
Mucus in stool
Urgency and incomplete evacuation
Symptoms triggered by specific foods
Worsening with stress
Fatigue and brain fog
Root Causes
Understanding what drives IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
Gut dysbiosis and imbalanced microbiome
Food sensitivities (FODMAPs, gluten, dairy)
Intestinal permeability (leaky gut)
Chronic stress and gut-brain axis dysfunction
Post-infectious IBS (following gastroenteritis)
Bile acid malabsorption
Visceral hypersensitivity
Comprehensive Digestive Assessment
We identify the specific underlying causes of your IBS symptoms through targeted testing.
SIBO breath testing (hydrogen and methane)
Comprehensive stool analysis (microbiome, inflammation, digestion)
Food sensitivity testing
Intestinal permeability assessment
Celiac disease screening
Parasitology testing
Organic acids testing
Hormone testing (if indicated)
Personalized IBS Resolution Protocol
Our approach addresses the root causes identified through testing, restoring gut health and eliminating symptoms.
SIBO treatment protocol (herbal antimicrobials or antibiotics)
Low-FODMAP diet followed by systematic reintroduction
Gut microbiome restoration with targeted probiotics
Digestive enzyme support
Gut healing nutrients (L-glutamine, zinc, collagen)
Stress management and gut-brain axis support
Prokinetic agents to prevent SIBO recurrence
Personalized dietary modifications based on testing
Expected Outcomes
Significant reduction or elimination of abdominal pain
Normalized bowel movements
Reduced bloating and gas
Improved energy and mental clarity
Expanded food tolerance
Better stress resilience
Improved quality of life