Comments on: SIBO: Yes, a diagnosis but also a symptom

By: Divya

Divya — Mon, 14 Sep 2015 12:17:57 +0000

Thank you for your help Kate, really appreciate your wisdom. I never thought of that but it’s possible, given that my father and I both have asthma and hayfever. I still feel a bit fluey today. Histamine contributors that I’ve kind of gone to town with of late (partially stress-motivated – I know, not clever) would be chocolate and sauerkraut. But I’ve eaten those before and never felt unwell. Except when I ate too much of the latter. Tofu is a trigger I know but definitely one of my FODMAP safe foods. No issues with shellfish, fish or eggs either. Perhaps I need to go back to the drawing board. Or accept that I gave wheat a shot and it didn’t work out. Bring on the rice!

By: katescarlata

katescarlata — Sun, 13 Sep 2015 00:24:49 +0000

In reply to Divya.

Divya, I wonder if histamine intolerance might be part of your picture? Unlike systemic mastocytosis where an individual would have an abnormal amount of mast cells–individuals can also present with the inability to remove excess histamine from their body–this may be more of an episodic event due to alterations in gut bacteria, a diet rich in histamine and a genetic tendency to have less ability to degrade histamine. Somewhat of a perfect storm. I did a post on this topic here: https://blog.katescarlata.com/2015/01/20/have-you-heard-of-histamine-intolerance/

By: Divya

Divya — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 13:15:31 +0000

I love your blog (especially your research updates and recipes – I’m going to try the quinoa crusted chicken and then see what happens when I use tofu!) that you don’t rely on supplements/substitutes that cost an arm and a leg, and make healthy FODMAP-friendly eating achievable for all of us. THANK YOU! I was diagnosed with SIBO after years of misery. What’s your take on IgE-mediated wheat/gluten problems and their co-existence with SIBO? Can one predispose the other? Or mask it? I tried challenging myself with a portion of wheat crepe last night, after no wheat (or FODMAP grains for almost a year. I was shocked to find that within an hour I began to feel like I had the flu, my body began to ache, had a sore throat and as for my tummy – this is a blog, I’ll leave it at that! I was “worried” about making it home and had to take antihistamine and I still feel flu-ey today but better. I thought that the reason I was doing so well without wheat, rye, barley etc (fructan foods) was purely FODMAP as I apparently tested -ve for transglutaminase (classic coeliac) and IgA deficiency. But after the debacle of last night and checking with my father (he’s a doctor, I’m a pharmacist), even he’s wondering if something else is going on. I know can’t give advice, but any reading tips or things to think in terms of challenging with other foods (hummus is next) about would be very helpful!

By: katescarlata

katescarlata — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 01:11:29 +0000

In reply to Tim. Hi Tim, Unfortunately in a blog setting I can't provide individual nutritional advice. Can you work with a local digestive health dietitian to guide you?

By: Tim

Tim — Sat, 29 Aug 2015 20:24:31 +0000

Hi Kate,

I’m feeling pretty desperate and could use dietary advice. My gi doc wants to put me on a 2 week course of Xifaxan for the ibs. I’ve read about SIBO, so far there’s not an apparent underlying cause. Tested negative for Celiac, negative for IBD, etc. Would you recommend trying the low FODMAP after the Xifaxan to keep symptoms better?

By: Christine

Christine — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 21:11:17 +0000

Hi Kate,

I’ve had quite a few relapses of SIBO and it seems like the combo of Rifaxmin and Neomycin while following a low FODMAP diet. I’m curious of your thoughts/if you’ve used the elemental diet or other herbal therapies to treat SIBO with your clients? As always, thanks for your help! Your posts are great 🙂

Christine

By: katescarlata

katescarlata — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 01:18:26 +0000

In reply to Suzanne Banfield. Thanks Suzanne for you kind comment and best to you!!

By: Contented Belly

Contented Belly — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 11:46:33 +0000

Thanks for this post. I was tested for SIBO about 3 years ago and before that I never heard of it. A couple of weeks ago I posted an article on SIBO based on my experience and some research I did. If you have a chance, I would love if you could read it and let me know your thoughts, but I completely understand if you don’t. Thanks! http://contentedbelly.com/2015/06/15/small-intestinal-bacterial-overgrowth/.

By: Suzanne Banfield

Suzanne Banfield — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 22:08:25 +0000

Your posts are always so thoughtful and well-written, Kate – I really appreciate that. I was diagnosed with celiac disease 8 years ago and am scrupulous about my diet, but have had several bouts of SIBO over the last 3 years. My longest times between bouts (treated with Xifaxan and Neomycin) have been when I keep the FODMAP dose low, leave several hours between meals and leave at least 12 hours between dinner and breakfast. So far, I’ve gone up to 8 months between bouts, but I haven’t conquered it yet. Please keep informing us of everything you learn – you are one of the best and most reliable sources of information we have!

By: Mary Lou Ridler

Mary Lou Ridler — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 00:05:47 +0000

I always learn something from reading your posts, thank you so much. I have read in the past your comment about meal spacing, and I am going to really try and pay attention to that. I am home all day, and I eat all the time. Nothing “bad” or in volume, but there isn’t much rest time for my gut. Why not try what can be changed if it may help!
Thanks, Mary lou