If you’ve ever been told your bloating, reflux, or abdominal pain is “just IBS” or “probably stress,” you’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. In this episode of The Dr. Brighten Show, I’m joined by leading surgeon and endoscopist, Dr. Paco de la Vega, to uncover the truth about gut dysfunction and why your digestive system deserves better answers. Dr. de la Vega practices in Mexico City and is a rare kind of GI expert—one who blends surgical precision with lifestyle-centered gut care. We go deep into the real root causes of bloating, constipation, and gas, the surprising link between your emotions and digestion, and why your “healthy” diet might be secretly sabotaging your microbiome.

Whether you're someone navigating unexplained gut pain or simply curious about how to improve your digestion without endless supplements or elimination diets, this episode will shift how you think about your belly—for good.

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Dr. Paco de la Vega’s Instagram: @docpacodelavega

Dr. Paco de la Vega’s Website: https://drfranciscodelavegafacs.com/

Book Mentioned: Fiber Fueled by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz

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Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan with 21 Recipes to get you started by Dr. Brighten: https://drbrighten.com/plan/ 

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