What’s Your Next Step In Healing SIBO?

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Quiz Questions

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1. Do you have inconsistent bowel movements (diarrhea, constipation, or a mix?)

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  A. Almost all the time
- B.
  
  B. Sometimes
- C.
  
  C. Almost never
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2. Do you have bloating?

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- A.
  
  A. Almost all the time
- B.
  
  B. Sometimes
- C.
  
  C. Almost never
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3. Do you have parasites?

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  A. I have been diagnosed with or have seen parasites in my stool
- B.
  
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  B. I have not officially been diagnosed, but I suspect I have them
- C.
  
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  C. I do not believe I have parasites
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4. Do you experience abdominal pain or nausea?

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- A.
  
  A. Almost all the time
- B.
  
  B. Sometimes
- C.
  
  C. Almost never
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5. Do you feel uncomfortably full after eating?

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- A.
  
  A. Almost all the time
- B.
  
  B. Sometimes
- C.
  
  C. Almost never
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6. Where are you in your diagnosis journey?

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  A. You’ve been diagnosed with SIBO/IMO by your doctor
- B.
  
  B. You haven’t been tested for SIBO/IMO, but you think you might have it
- C.
  
  C. You haven’t been diagnosed with anything yet, but you want to find out more about SIBO/IMO & IBS
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7. Have you taken a breath test?

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  A. You’ve taken a breath test for SIBO/IMO (maybe more than once!)
- B.
  
  B. You want to do a breath test for SIBO/IMO, but you’re not sure which one is right or how to get it
- C.
  
  C. You’ve never heard of a breath test before (and bet your doctor hasn’t either!)
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8. Have you ever had food poisoning?

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  A. I have had it at least once
- B.
  
  B. I have had food poisoning symptoms before (cramping, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea)
- C.
  
  C. I do not think I have had food poisoning
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9. Have you had abdominal surgery?

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  A. Yes, in the past 10 years
- B.
  
  B. Yes, longer than 10 years ago
- C.
  
  C. No
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10. What do you know about the gut microbiome?

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  A. You know the difference between soil-based organisms (SBO) and spore-forming probiotics.
- B.
  
  B. You’ve tried multiple probiotics with mixed results.
- C.
  
  C. You’ve got a bottle of probiotics in your fridge somewhere…
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11. Let’s talk prokinetics.

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  A. You know prokinetics are an essential part of healing
- B.
  
  B. You’ve heard of prokinetics - but you’re still not certain what they are (or why you need them)
- C.
  
  C. Prokinetics is a word you’ve never heard before!
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12. Do you know the different types of SIBO tests?

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  A. Hydrogen, methane, and hydrogen sulfide
- B.
  
  B. Hydrogen and methane
- C.
  
  C. There are different types?
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13. Have you taken a stool test for SIBO?

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  A. Those can’t diagnose SIBO
- B.
  
  B. Yes, I’ve taken one
- C.
  
  C. No, I haven’t done that
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14. What is Cytolethal distending toxin B (Cdt-B)?

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  A. It’s a nerve toxin produced by E. coli or salmonella, Campylobacter jejuni, or shigella.
- B.
  
  B. It’s a treatment for SIBO/IMO.
- C.
  
  C. I don’t know what it is but I don’t like the sound of it.
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15. What about your diet?

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  A. I’ve tried using one or more of these diets to treat my SIBO / IMO symptoms: SIBO-Specific, Low-FODMAP, Low-Fermentation, Fast-Tract Diet, Bi-Phasic Diet, Elemental Diet, etc.
- B.
  
  B. I know some foods make me feel better and some foods make me feel worse, but I’m not following a specific plan
- C.
  
  C. I haven’t tried modifying my diet to treat my symptoms before
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16. Medications can be a critical part of healing. What’s your status:

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  A. I’ve taken prescription antibiotics or herbs to treat SIBO / IMO before
- B.
  
  B. I know that antibiotics & herbs are a possible treatment for SIBO / IMO, but I haven’t taken them
- C.
  
  C. I’ve never taken any medication to treat SIBO / IMO
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17. Do you know about underlying causes?

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  A. I have a list of every underlying cause and coexisting condition that I think I have
- B.
  
  B. I have a hunch about what might have triggered my IBS or SIBO / IMO - but I don’t know for sure
- C.
  
  C. What’s an underlying cause? Why does it matter?
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18. What about supplements?

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  A. I’ve tried a couple of supplements, but none of them seem to make a big difference
- B.
  
  B. I have a cupboard full of supplements I’ve tried that haven’t worked.
- C.
  
  C. I’m not taking any supplements specifically to treat SIBO/IMO or IBS
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19. Let’s talk about an action plan. Where have you been and where are you going on your healing journey?

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  A. I’ve had SIBO/IMO, been treated, and relapsed…now I’m looking for the way forward
- B.
  
  B. I’ve never been treated for SIBO/IMO, but I definitely have symptoms
- C.
  
  C. I’m not sure if I even need to be treated for SIBO/IMO!

Quiz Outcomes

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You’re in the SIBO Suspected Stage.

You might not be certain if you have SIBO or not - but you know you’re ready to find answers! Understand the fundamentals of SIBO so that you can move forward confidently - and not make missteps along the way that waste precious time and energy. All the information can feel overwhelming, so it’s really important you get what you need to know in a clear, organized way. Here is where I recommend you get started:What’s The Difference Between IBS, IBD, and SIBO?Most people don’t understand the difference between all 3 (or how they can be connected). But it is really important to know the difference and which ones you’re dealing with if you want to get the right treatment.I’m sending you this resource in an email too, so you can easily find it again. And don’t worry, there’s a lot more information to come! The key is to take it one step at a time because there’s a lot of information out there and it can get overwhelming very fast.Hope & hugs,ShivanP.S. If you’re wanting more resources now, I’ve got you covered! Head to this page for all of the resources I wish I had when I was in the SIBO Awareness Stage.
2.

You’re in the SIBO Identification Stage!

You’re stuck in SIBO limbo: you know enough to be pretty sure you have SIBO, but you’re not sure how to get healthy. You might be stuck in “information overload” with too many resources and no clear path forward. You need a step-by-step action plan with proven techniques so that you can start making progress.Here is where I recommend you get started:The Top 6 Diets for SIBOThere are literally HUNDREDS of different diets recommended for Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) – which means it can be really overwhelming and confusing to get started.Should you try low-FODMAP or Elemental? Gluten-free or low-fermentation? Vegan or all meat? Should we be eating to feed the gut bugs or starve them? Are apples allowed or are they forbidden?!? HELP!People ask me about this all the time, so today I want to help cut through all the clutter and talk about the “Big 6” diets for SIBO – these are the diets that I hear recommended from the top practitioners most often.I’m sending you this resource in an email too, so you can easily find it again. And don’t worry, there’s a lot more information to come! The key is to take it one step at a time because there’s a lot of information out there and it can get overwhelming very fast.Hope & hugs,ShivanP.S. If you’re wanting more resources now, I’ve got you covered! Head to this page for all of the resources I wish I had when I was in the SIBO Identification Stage.
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You’re in the SIBO Treatment and Management Stage!

You’re not new to this rodeo! You probably have been diagnosed with SIBO - and you likely even know what type you have (are you methane or hydrogen dominant?). You’ve tried multiple treatments and protocols, but you can’t seem to get healthy and stay healthy. You don’t want the basics - you need advanced information and the most cutting-edge research and techniques.Here is where I recommend you get started:Fiber, Low-FODMAP, and What To Eat During SIBO TreatmentAnytime I have a conversation with Dr. Pimentel, things that I thought were so complex – like what to eat during treatment – become crystal clear.He has a true gift for teaching from a patient’s perspective!I’m sending you this resource in an email too, so you can easily find it again. And don’t worry, there’s a lot more information to come! The key is to take it one step at a time because there’s a lot of information out there and it can get overwhelming very fast.Hope & hugs,ShivanP.S. If you’re wanting more resources now, I’ve got you covered! Head to this page for all of the resources I wish I had when I was in the SIBO Treatment and Management Stage.