SIBO and Candida in Frisco, TX
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Contact UsWhat are SIBO and Candida?
SIBO, or small intestinal bacteria overgrowth, forms when an excessive amount of bacteria moves into your small intestine causing gastrointestinal symptoms, such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, bloating, and weight loss. Candida is a fungal yeast that is normally found in the body, but when it begins to overproduce, it can lead to digestive issues, as well as skin infections, fatigue, oral lesions, and more. SIBO typically occurs as a complication of abdominal surgery or structural abnormalities while Candida is linked to the long-term use of antibiotics or birth control pills. In Frisco, TX, board-certified family nurse practitioner Katherine Johnson offers treatment of SIBO and Candida overgrowth through functional nutrition consulting. To learn more, call Equilibrium Health Coaching to set up an appointment.
How are SIBO and Candida Overgrowth Treated?
Once a proper diagnosis has been made, Katherine will create a customized nutrition plan specifically for you. To prevent the production of more Candida, you may need to limit your intake of high-lactose products, refined sugars, and carbs. For SIBO and Candida overgrowth, a low-carb diet is usually recommended, such as the specific carbohydrate diet (SCD) or low FODMAP diet, which limits foods containing fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols. Nutritional deficiencies are common with SIBO so Katherine may advise taking nutritional supplements, like Vitamin B12, thiamine, and iron.
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At Equilibrium Health Coaching, board-certified family nurse practitioner Katherine Johnson specializes in functional nutrition consulting for gut health. She can properly diagnose and treat SIBO and Candida overgrowth with a customized meal plan for you. For more information about how you can find relief for your digestive symptoms caused by yeast or bacterial overgrowth, contact her practice in Frisco, TX to schedule an appointment.