Tag: Prokinetics

Up to 80% of individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) may also have SIBO, a condition where bacteria overgrow in the small intestine, and a targeted diet is a primary tool for symptom management. Managing SIBO nutrition involves strategic dietary modifications to reduce fermentable carbohydrates that feed this bacterial overgrowth, leading to a significant reduction in gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is diagnosed by a breath test, and studies show a significant number of individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) also have SIBO. Knowing what to eat if you have hydrogen SIBO is critical for managing symptoms and supporting treatment. Dietary changes, like following a low-FODMAP approach, help limit the fermentable carbohydrates that feed the bacteria and produce excess hydrogen gas.

Gut motility, particularly the Migrating Motor Complex (MMC), is often compromised in people with SIBO. This influences the safety of artichoke consumption in those with the condition.

According to functional medicine experts, a sluggish digestive system can disrupt your entire day, but strategically timing your supplements can help. Knowing **when to take motility supplements** is key to activating your body's 'housekeeper waves'—the Migrating Motor Complex (MMC)—which sweep undigested food and bacteria from the small intestine during periods of fasting.