Is SIBO An Autoimmune Disease?

Send us Fan MailAre you experiencing bloating, pain and unpredictable bowel habits? If so, it might result from a condition known as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). IBO is a complex condition but many of the symptoms result from friendly gut bacteria - which are (in most instances) beneficial for your digestive system - not moving from the small intestine to lower down the digestive tract in the colon.Our old friends the healthy bacteria give off gases as they ferment the food we eat and, as a result, you end up with that uncomfortable bloating after eating and having to move your belt buckle down a notch!So, how is SIBO related to autoimmune disease, you may ask? The relationship between SIBO and autoimmune disease is what I will be explaining to you today. Not all SIBO is caused by autoimmune disease but if you are experiencing gut symptoms and are struggling to find the root cause, listen up, as this might be the answer you were looking for all along.Highlight's from today's episode include:What causes SIBO?How dysbiosis of the gut microbiome can cause systemic inflammation. How to improve digestive function by enhancing the migrating motor complex. How an autoimmune response can cause SIBO. What functional tests can help determine the root cause of SIBO.  You can also read my article, 'Did you know that SIBO is an autoimmune disease?'Tune in today and be sure to share any of your thoughts about the show on my Instagram page: @theautoimmunitynutritionistYou can also download a free copy of The Autoimmunity Recovery Plan here.Book your free discovery call with me here.And if you would like to join my community of strong-willed people thriving with autoimmune disease, join The Autoimmunity Community. Thanks for listening! You can join The Autoimmune Forum on Facebook or find me on Instagram @theautoimmunitynutritionist.