Welcome to the 6th episode of The Synthesis of Wellness podcast! I interviewed Dr. Tania Dempsey, and we covered all things SIBO, leaky gut, and mast cell activation. Her knowledge on these topics is unmatched, but beyond the great info she shares, she is also one of the most passionate doctors I have ever talked to. Her enthusiasm for helping her patients is truly unparalleled! So, listen in and leave a rating, comment, or review!

Topics:

- What is SIBO?

- Why does SIBO develop?

- Dysbiosis in the large intestine can get backed up into the small intestine

- Different types of SIBO: not all of them are bacteria, but they all produce gases

- SIBO sufferers are nutrient deficient but bloated!

- Why is the gas buildup harmful?

- Finding the root cause? It could even be neurological

- Getting a SIBO diagnosis… now what?

- SIBO and mast cells/MCAS

- What is leaky gut and how is it connected to SIBO?

- Related illnesses: why you need to be on the lookout for the domino effect of when it comes to SIBO

- Dietary interventions for SIBO: personalization is KEY, variation is KEY

- Carnivore diet

- FODMAP diet

- Histamine diet

- Supplements that Dr. Dempsey likes

- What is a DAO enzyme? Vitamin D? Anti-histamine herbs? Bovine Immunoglobulin?

- Types of Immunoglobulins and how they combat leaky gut

- A quick discussion on sensitivities to supplements

- Alternative therapies: ozone, hyperbaric, etc.

- Dr. Dempsey’s non-negotiables, diet, and awesome advice!

SIBO blog post:  https://www.drtaniadempsey.com/post/sibo-and-lyme-disease

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Link to IgY products: https://aimstore.net/products/immunorepair26?_pos=1&_sid=a5e0eedb1&_ss=r

Link to IgG product: https://aimstore.net/products/immunosupport-df?_pos=1&_sid=b834ee795&_ss=r