Too many small intestinal bacteria = nutrient theft? The truth about SIBO and five countermeasures that Hong Kong residents must know.

Dr. Eric Berg explains that SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) not only causes bloating and stomach pain, but more seriously, the microorganisms steal nutrients from your food , leading to a variety of chronic symptoms.

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🧬 What is SIBO ?

Normally , beneficial bacteria should be concentrated in the large intestine.
SIBO situation : E. coli flows back into the small intestine → ferments carbohydrates in the wrong place.
Result : Microorganisms steal nutrients → You eat them but can't absorb them.

⚠️ Nutritional deficiencies caused by SIBO

Nutritional deficiency	Affecting symptoms
Vitamin B12	Neuralgia, memory loss, anemia
iron	Fatigue, dizziness, and weakened immunity
bile	Inability to digest fat → Deficiency of vitamins A , D , E , and K
Essential fatty acids	Dry skin, hormonal imbalance, and decreased brain function

👉 Key point : It's not that you're not eating enough, it's that bacteria are consuming your nutrients.

🧪 Causes of SIBO

Insufficient stomach acid → Bacteria in food cannot be killed
Surgery alters intestinal structure → bacteria flow back into the small intestine
Slow intestinal motility/indigestion → bacterial retention and proliferation

🛠️ SIBO Five Natural Therapies

1️ Increase stomach acid

Supplement with Betaine Hydrochloride : 5 capsules before meals.
Apple cider vinegar/apple cider vinegar capsules : Helps with antibacterial and digestive functions

2️ Intermittent fasting

Reducing the frequency of meals → clearing the intestines and reducing food for bacteria
Promotes small intestinal cleansing waves ( MMC ) → removes excess bacteria.

3️ Stop consuming fiber ( prebiotics )

Stop eating vegetables/high-fiber foods for 1–6 weeks → Reduce food sources of bacteria
Avoid fermented foods such as sauerkraut and kimchi.

4️ Stop taking probiotics

Avoid supplementing with probiotics → There are already too many bacteria, no need to add more.
Avoid combining prebiotic and probiotic products .

5️ Herbal Antibacterial Therapy

Natural antibacterial ingredients : oregano oil, thyme, cloves, garlic
Create an antibacterial environment → Inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria

🧠 Small Intestine vs. Large Intestine: Digestion and the Division of Functions of the Microbiome

Intestinal region	Key Features
Small intestine	90% digestion and absorption of iron, calcium, magnesium, B vitamins , and bile salts
the large intestine	Fermented fiber → produces butyrate → stabilizes blood sugar + anti- inflammatory
Distribution of good bacteria	Most beneficial bacteria are concentrated in the large intestine and shouldn't be present in the small intestine.

🧾 In conclusion: Don't assume that "bloating = eating the wrong thing" anymore. Understanding how to manage gut flora is the key to real improvement.

Starting today, a habit that increases stomach acid, an intermittent fasting strategy, and a course of pausing fiber intake will lay a solid foundation for your gut health!

Don't be fooled by the myth that "probiotics = a cure-all." True health comes from understanding how to control bacteria, how to fast, and how to fight bacteria! 💪🦠🥦