Episode 84: Why Does My SIBO Keep Coming Back? Understanding SIBO Relapse and IBS Flare-Ups

If you’ve treated SIBO and felt better, only for your symptoms to return — you’re not alone.SIBO relapse and recurring IBS flare-ups are extremely common. Many people complete a round of antimicrobials, follow a strict low FODMAP diet, or take targeted supplements, and experience temporary improvement. Then the bloating, discomfort and food sensitivities slowly return.So why does SIBO keep coming back?In this episode, I explain the most common reasons for SIBO recurrence, including unresolved motility issues, long-term restriction without rebuilding digestive resilience, reduced digestive capacity, and the role of the nervous system in gut function.If you’ve been wondering:• Why does my SIBO keep recurring?• Why do my IBS symptoms flare up again after treatment?• Is low FODMAP enough to heal SIBO?• How do I prevent relapse long term?This episode will give you clarity._________________________________________________________________________WORK WITH KARLY Ready to stop managing symptoms and start rebuilding? Karly takes a limited number of one-on-one clients each month through the Nourished Gut Program — applications are open: https://www.nourishedgutclinic.com/nourishedgut FREE RESOURCE Not ready for that yet? Start here. Grab Karly's free 3-Day Bloat Fix — a short, practical protocol targeting the most common drivers of daily bloating: https://www.nourishedgutclinic.com/bloat VISIT US ONLINE Gut health support for clients → https://www.nourishedgutclinic.com Mentoring & clinical education for practitioners → https://www.karlyraven.com FOLLOW ALONG @karlyravennaturopath — clinical insights, gut health education & behind the scenes @nourishedgutclinic — the clinic page, client wins & what's on ENJOYING THE PODCAST? A rating and review takes 30 seconds and helps more people find the show who really need it. Thank you. DISCLAIMER Content shared on the Nourished Gut Podcast is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health practitioner before making changes to your health or treatment plan....