It can be uncomfortable to be reminded that the vast majority of cells in our bodies actually belong to foreign bacteria that live in our digestive tract. However, with gastrointestinal problems becoming more and more prevalent, it might be time to reintroduce yourself to your microbiome.
Recent studies indicate that more than 50% of patients diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) are actually suffering from a small intestine bacterial imbalance knowns as SIBO. If you’re one of the many Greater Houston residents who’ve simply resolved yourself to being “just another IBS sufferer,” you should pay close attention to the signs and symptoms we’re about to outline.