06.18.2025
Is SIBO Chronic? Not Necessarily. I often encounter patients who have read online that SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) is a chronic condition that never fully goes away. In my clinical experience, this is not true. However, it can feel like a chronic issue when it’s either misdiagnosed or not treated thoroughly. Why Accurate SIBO Diagnosis Matters Let’s start with diagnosis. The most accurate, readily available, way to diagnose SIBO, is with a breath test. Sometimes patients tell me
12.04.2023
DIVERTICULOSIS OR DIVERTICULITIS? The terms diverticulosis and diverticulitis sound similar, but what’s the difference? And is one more serious than the other? These are common questions I get when discussing the topic of diverticulosis and diverticulitis, so, let’s discuss. They are different, but related. The short version: Diverticulosis is an out-pouching of the wall of the intestine, and diverticulitis refers to the process of one or more of these pouches becoming infected and inflamed. So, what exactly is diverticulosis (the longer version)? Diverticulosis
10.09.2023
IS IT OK TO GOOGLE MY SYMPTOMS? Chances are, if you’ve been handed off from doctor to doctor, without finding a resolution for your gastroenterological issues, you may be at the end of your patience with standard medical practices. After all, you are an individual person with individual symptoms – not just someone who can be placed in a box and given a one-size-fits-all solution. Have you Googled your symptoms looking for answers? Trust me, you are not alone! Everyone does it. As
07.24.2023
UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CELIAC DISEASE & WHEAT INTOLERANCE / SENSITIVITY People often ask me what the difference is between celiac disease and gluten or wheat intolerance/sensitivity. It is a good question, and can be confusing, so I would like to give some basic information regarding the difference. Of course, if this is something you are struggling with and need support, please make an appointment to see me, and we can discuss what might be appropriate for your particular situation. Celiac disease
06.26.2023
SHOULD YOU TRY A RESTRICTIVE DIET? Are you sensitive to certain foods and wonder if eliminating foods from your diet might help? A restrictive diet can certainly help reduce symptoms sometimes, but they can also have unintended consequences such as nutrient deficiencies and disordered eating. As such, restrictive diets should be used judiciously and ideally on a short-term basis. This month I’m breaking down restrictive diets and helping you determine when and if it is something to explore. If you are considering
06.19.2023
/ HYDRATION AND ELECTROLYTE REPLACEMENT Admittedly, I was thinking about this blog topic after our late May heat wave, when I thought we might escape “Juneuary” here in Seattle, but alas, our weather can be very unpredictable. That said, it’s definitely bound to heat up after July 4th (at least we can count on that!) With that in mind, it’s time to talk about hydration and electrolyte replacement. I don’t often write about general health in my blogs, as a naturopathic doctor
