Root Causes of SIBO
Root Causes of SIBO
Root Causes of SIBO
SIBO is not a standalone condition but rather a secondary disorder arising from other underlying diseases, structural abnormalities in the digestive system, or external triggers. Anything that disrupts gut motility, impairs digestion, or weakens the body’s ability to regulate bacteria can contribute to SIBO. Some of the most common factors known to cause SIBO are outlined below.
SIBO is not a standalone condition but rather a secondary disorder arising from other underlying diseases, structural abnormalities in the digestive system, or external triggers. Anything that disrupts gut motility, impairs digestion, or weakens the body’s ability to regulate bacteria can contribute to SIBO. Some of the most common factors known to cause SIBO are outlined below.
SIBO is not a standalone condition but rather a secondary disorder arising from other underlying diseases, structural abnormalities in the digestive system, or external triggers. Anything that disrupts gut motility, impairs digestion, or weakens the body’s ability to regulate bacteria can contribute to SIBO. Some of the most common factors known to cause SIBO are outlined below.
Food Poisoning & Medically Induced Causes
Food poisoning is a major but often overlooked trigger for SIBO. When harmful bacteria that cause food poisoning (including E. coli or Salmonella) release toxins, they can damage the migrating motor complex (MMC)—the system responsible for clearing bacteria from the small intestine. If this function is impaired, bacteria accumulate and cause long-term digestive issues. Additionally, some medications can alter gut motility or microbiome balance, further increasing the risk.
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Food Poisoning & Medically Induced Causes
Food poisoning is a major but often overlooked trigger for SIBO. When harmful bacteria that cause food poisoning (including E. coli or Salmonella) release toxins, they can damage the migrating motor complex (MMC)—the system responsible for clearing bacteria from the small intestine. If this function is impaired, bacteria accumulate and cause long-term digestive issues. Additionally, some medications can alter gut motility or microbiome balance, further increasing the risk.
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