Thank you very much, Kate. I started to liberalize the diet already a bit. Sometimes it works well, sometimes not, but I am improving in general and getting a better feeling 🙂

Hi Christine, I have worked with pregnant women diagnosed with SIBO just prior to conception. Since we really don’t that much about SIBO in the pregnancy–I work on liberalizing the diet as much as possible while maintaining good symptom control. I typically focus on a well balanced diet complete with all food groups. Some women experience improved symptoms in the beginning of pregnancy as the body seems to absorb foods better in the pregnant state. In the third trimester–reflux and constipation are more common–so adjusting the diet and exercise patterns can help. Try to work with a dietitian to guide you.

Ha! Ha! Peg, I hear ya! I love those blue corn chips too! Sooooo good.

happy new year to you and thank you so much for these great posts! Do you also have some information about how to handle IBS and SIBO for woman who want to get pregnant and for during pregnancy?

Thank you very much.

Hi there! Typically, I add one serving of low FODMAP fruit, lactose free (1/2 cup) or Greek yogurt (about 1/4 cup), water, ice, and top with a little hemp and rolled oats. Sometimes I add a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter if I feel like it. The smoothie pictured had mostly strawberries for the fruit option. Unfortunately, I didn’t write down the ingredients–I create new and different smoothies every week for my family. To create your own fun and tasty low FODMAP smoothie, check out this blog post and smoothie guide found in the following link: https://blog.katescarlata.com/2015/12/15/nourishing-smoothies-smoothie-bowls/

Hope that helps!