Digestive problems and skin conditions from the root

It is a group of gastrointestinal symptoms that occur together, such as: abdominal bloating, pain, diarrhea and/or constipation. These can be a sign of some imbalance or deficiency in the digestive tract. IBS has a correlation with the nervous system, and high levels of stress can exacerbate the symptoms.

Depending on the symptoms and history, stool tests and sometimes breath tests are done to identify digestive insufficiency and/or imbalances of the gut flora. It is treated to optimize digestion and correct any imbalance.

We talk about the “gut-brain axis” and how the nervous system influences digestive processes. We teach you techniques to improve the communication between both systems.

Four out of five people diagnosed with IBS actually have SIBO as the cause of their symptoms. Symptoms include: bloating, diarrhea and/or constipation.

When we have an overgrowth of organisms in the small intestine, these organisms begin to ferment food, causing the bloating and the other symptoms mentioned above. They also impair the absorption process.

Foods that may aggravate symptoms are identified. We use tests to identify the bacterial overgrowth, and it is treated according to the results. We work on eradicating the bacteria through natural protocols with antimicrobial plants while optimizing the digestive system.

When we have what we know as heartburn/reflux, the acidic liquid from our stomach rises and comes into contact with our esophagus, causing the uncomfortable symptoms of burning, pain and nausea, among others. Although taking antacids helps relieve these symptoms because it inhibits acid production, our bodies keep looking for ways to create more acid. For this reason many people depend on this medication.

High levels of acidity in the stomach are necessary for good digestion and to protect us from infections. Together we work to find the cause of the heartburn. We offer techniques to avoid reflux and supplements to heal the tissue exposed to the acid.

IBD is a term used to describe two inflammatory gastrointestinal conditions, Crohn's and ulcerative colitis. Each is divided into different types depending on the location and pattern of the inflammation.

Crohn's shows deeper inflammation in the walls of the tract compared to ulcerative colitis. The lesions in ulcerative colitis are more superficial, in the mucosal layer of the intestine.

Since both are inflammatory conditions of the intestinal walls, the work of the intestinal barrier is compromised. There may be nutritional deficiency (absorption problems), reactivity to foods, motility problems causing diarrhea and suboptimal digestion.

IBD is highly related to a history of imbalances in the gut flora, many times caused by an episode of gastroenteritis. In several cases an overgrowth of pathogenic organisms in the intestine can be identified in a stool sample.

Lab tests are carried out to identify deficiencies.

We do specialized stool tests to identify any pathogenic bacteria and create an individualized plan for the patient according to the results.

Diet and lifestyle recommendations to lower the irritation of the intestines and promote digestion.

We use supplements to strengthen the intestinal barrier and lower inflammation.