**Best** Diet for IBS, SIBO & Candida: Top 4 Triggers, and Food to Avoid (PhytoDiet by Dasari MD)

why don’t gastos and GI doctors ever talk about the ideal diet for managing IBS sibo and candida in this video I’m going to break down the most effective dietary strategies for calming IBS symptoms including candida and sibo from the perspective of a gut microbiome expert and surgeon if you’ve been struggling with unpredictable nature of IBS candida or sibo the tips I’m about to share with you could be a game changer these aren’t just quick fixes they’re real practical Solutions designed to help you in a very sustainable way totally manage IBS candida and sibo permanently so stick around you’re not going to want to miss [Music] this hi I’m Dr Tan ooser a surgeon who specializes in solving complex immune inflammation by addressing the root cause starting with the gut microbiome over the past 12 years I’ve refined an approach called The Mind gut immunity method which has successfully helped thousands of patients manage complex conditions like IBS sibo and candida without relying on medications it might come as a shock to you but when you look at IBS candida and sio through the lens of gut health it becomes clear that imbalances in the microbiome play a significant role if you’re curious about how this approach works and want to hear more click the link in the description below or visit mgcl clinic.com to schedule a discovery call with me I’ll share some practical tips to help you get started all right let’s dive in here’s a 2023 study that analyzed the relationship between nutrition and sibo here’s another study from 2023 that evaluate the effects of some nutritional components in candida and irritable bowel syndrome and another 2023 study that looks at diet and gut microbiome associations in IBS sibo and candida in this video we’re going to dive deep into the ideal diet for managing irritable bowel syndrome that includes IBS that comes from sibo and candida whether you’re dealing with frequent flare-ups or trying to keep your symptoms under control finding the right foods for irritable bowel syndrome and candida overgrowth and small intestinal bacteria overgrowth can be a real challenge especially if you’re trying to minimize the use of medications like anti-spasmodics antibiotics antifungals or laxative but what makes my Approach different many gastrologists might tell you that sibo is not something you need to worry about or IBS is just something that occurs naturally and candida exists in all people and they’re only partly correct because in order to manage these conditions longterm you do need some real lifestyle adjustments but they often Overlook the root cause of the issue from my research and clinical experience I found that addressing the gut health issue directly through diet can be incredibly effective first major point the role of phytonutrients there is a wealth of research highlighting The crucial role that phytonutrients play in modulating gut health there’s data for IBS small intestinal bacterial overgrowth as well as candida here’s a 2023 study on the effect of polyphenols minerals and fiber on IBS it talks about gut microbiome dysfunction and candida overgrowth another 2021 study explores the the gastroprotective effects of polyphenols against inflammatory bowel disease here’s one from 2022 discussing the Prebiotic fiber and their efficacy in dealing with IBS symptoms there’s a wealth of research on phytonutrients and irritable bowel syndrome including IBS including candida overgrowth and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth to keep it concise let me summarize a few key points when it comes to IBS there’s a growing body of evidence showing how brucial phytonutrients are managing symptoms and reducing inflammation phytonutrients are natural compounds found in a wide variety of plants fruits vegetables and herbs and spices these powerful compounds include antioxidants flavonoids and other micronutrients have a significant impact on gut health which is directly linked to managing IBS if you’re dealing with persistent symptoms optimizing your intake of these phytonutrients could be a GameChanger phytonutrients are categorized into several important groups tpin phenols chlorophyll and prebiotics among others each group contributes uniquely to reducing inflammation promoting healthy digestion and supporting the overall balance of gut microbiome unfortunately many individuals with IBS are deficient in these critical compounds which can exacerbate gut issues they can lead to candida overgrowth and small intestinal bacteria overgrowth and Trigger symptoms the goal is to maximize and diversify your phytonutrient intake from everyday Foods that’s why I’m a very big supporter of the phytonutrient diet which we use in our clinic this means including a wide variety of colorful plant-based Foods in your diet and by doing this you give your body the tools that it needs to combat the root causes of IBM on the other hand a diet lacking in these essential nutrients leaves you more vulnerable to gut microbiome dysfunction you get chronic gut issues and flareups I strongly encourage you to incorporate phytonutrients into every meal and think of every meal as an opportunity to nourish your gut support your digestive system and maintain overall health this approach is especially important for those with IBS as the right foods can help restore the balance in the gut microbiome which prevents candida overgrowth and small intestinal bacteria overgrowth for both methane and hydrogen producing bacteria which which is crucial for managing your symptoms effectively nutritional requirements and macronutrient counting in recent times intermittent fasting has gained much traction as a proposed remedy for inflammation but when it comes to managing IBS I’m here to tell you that fasting might not be the solution it’s made out to be in fact recent studies indicate that it could be doing more harm than good in 2024 a study that highlighted a startling statistic intermittent fasting increases the risk of cardiac death by 91% that’s a serious risk for simply SK keeping meals despite the dangers many people with IBS and sibo and candida believe that fasting can help give their digestive systems a break and yes in the short term avoiding food might seem to reduce symptoms and this might make sense in the short term cuz you’re not feeding the gut bacteria but it can exacerbate your condition longterm because you’re not dealing with the actual negative implications the side effects can include unintentional weight loss and muscle wasting you’ll get thyroid dysfunction you’ll have increases in stress hormones like cortisol it also produces sleep sleep disturbances and nutritional deficiencies that slow down recovery and worsen inflammation moreover if you don’t eat enough calories digestive problems can occur including bloating nausea and reduced appetite over time and you get persistent fatigue that never seems to resolve if these problems develop and you decide to eat more that can also be a challenge you might feel very bloated gassy lethargic and low on energy after meals these symptoms can deter you from eating adequately in the future creating a vicious cycle that’s difficult to break especially you’re underweight being underweight with a body mass index of 18 or lower can be particularly problematic and you can easily calculate your BMI on my website by entering your height and weight and if your BMI is below 18 and you suffer from IBS or candida or sibo you’re in serious risk I’ve treated patients with a BMI as low as 13 which is very very severe and when you have a low BMI and IBS it can mean that your body is in a catabolic State breaking down protein rather than building it up leading to prolonged symptoms and slower recovery additionally these patients often cannot tolerate food and struggle to eat requiring careful coaching throughout the process so what’s the solution instead of skipping meals it’s all about addressing the root cause of the problem which is inflammation while maintaining a balanced diet unfortunately too many people throw in the towel and stop eating all together which makes things worse so what’s the ideal diet balance for patients with IBS the focus should be on fats carbs and proteins and if reducing inflammation is your goal I suggest getting approximately 50% of your daily calories from healthy fats but the remaining 50% split evenly between carbs and proteins this ratio isn’t just plucked out from thin air it’s based on years of clinical experience with patients who have seen significant improvements if your goal is to lose weight adjust these ratios by lowering carbs and fats by increasing protein which can be beneficial conversely if you need to gain weight boosting your overall calorie intake and finding the right balance between carbs and fats is key tracking these macronutrients might seem like a hassle at first but the benefits are well worth it by fine-tuning your diet you can improve your digestive health manage IBS symptoms more effectively and enhance your overall well-being longterm the bacteria and fungi in your gut thrive on sugars starches and fibers all of which are carbohydrates and this is where it gets tricky you have bad bacteria and fungus plus sugars carbs and fibers which result in inflammation this is how it works simple sugars like glucose and fructose feed harmful bacteria and fungi which can lead to flare-ups and worsening of IBS small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and candida processed starches like those found in refined flower however also contribute to this problem on the other hand if you look at complex or resistant starches or fibers selectively you can increase the rates of good bacteria in the gut now this seems a bit overwhelming and you might be wondering why not just cut out carbs entirely well there’re are diets that do that they’re called carnivore diets and paleo diets and keto and low carb the car orite is an all meat regimen that eliminates all fiber but includes some electrolytes it’s an extreme approach but some people turn to it for short-term relief you have things like animal Meats which are the foundation including red meats white Meats organ Meats fish and seafood and you also have animal-based fats and eggs this diet completely eliminates carbs including fiber lactose starches and sugars and unlike keto or low carb diets that might still include some carbs the carnivore diet Cuts them out completely if you follow the carnivore diet strictly you remove all Dairy and fiber creating a gut environment where harmful bacteria struggle to survive because they have no sugar carbs or Fiber to feed on this can be particularly useful during IBS flare-ups when inflammation is at its worst but here’s the catch while the carnivore diet might offer temporary relief it’s not a sustainable solution long term the original paleo diet which is evolved into the carnivore diet was actually more balanced and featured plenty of plant-based foods with the occasional meat more in line with the phytonutrient rich Di diet that I usually recommend so while the carnivore diet might help reduce inflammation during a flare it’s not the best strategy for long-term gut health I’ve created a detailed video on this topic so if you’re curious make sure to check that out there are other diets that also focus on eliminating certain carbohydrates to help manage IBS symptoms one of these diets is a specific carbohydrate diet or SCD the SCD aims to reduce inflammation by eliminating certain types of carbohydrates that are difficult to digest and often ferment in the gut leading to bacterial overgrowth the SD eliminates complex carbs like disaccharides and polysaccharides which can contribute to gut imbalances and flareup in my experience while the S can be helpful it often lacks the Precision needed for consistent results I usually recommend a phytonutrient rich approach to managing IBS combined with targeted probiotics to address gut microbiome issues directly another diet that’s frequently discussed for managing IBS is the low FODMAP diet this diet specifically limits certain for ventable carbohydrates that can trigger gut discomfort and inflammation and here’s how it breaks down you have an elimination phase where you have to exclude High FODMAP foods and then you have a reintroduction phase where these foods are slowly reintroduced but with so many diets that restrict carbs and fiber you may be asking what actually works for IBS and gut health and the problem with all these diets is that they don’t directly address the root cause which is gut microbiome dysfunction at its core you have bacteria and fungus that processes carbohydrates leading to overgrowth and the production of harmful byproducts the overgrowth is common in conditions like sibo small intestinal bacterial overgrowth both methane and hydrogen subtypes and candida resulting in elevated histamine levels inflammatory cyto kindes and symptoms like fatigue bloating brain fog and lethargy so the diets I mentioned tackle the carbohydrate part of this equation and maybe even the sugars and fibers but they don’t address the fundamental problem which is the microbiome piece of this equation essentially these diets offer temporary fixes without solving the real issue so that brings me to my next point the ideal IBS diet should be microbiome specific and what do I mean by that when it comes to managing IBS simply avoiding certain foods doesn’t address the core issue the only way to truly manage the condition is a diet that targets the gut microbiome with specific phytonutrients and probiotic formulations designing an effective IBS diet requires that type of strategic approach and a deep understanding of how the gut operates this is why in the mind immunity Clinic we start by recalibrating the gut microbiome using Precision probiotics and these aren’t your standard over-the-counter probiotics they’re clinically backed and formulated specifically for gut related issues you don’t need High cfu counts you don’t need multiple strains or even Refrigeration what you need are just four carefully selected strains that create a protective bofilm in the gut keeping harmful bacteria at Bay to support these beneficial colonies phytonutrients are essential and are predominantly found in plant-based Foods also related to the gut microbiome is you need to avoid inflammatory foods and certain proteins can also trigger immune responses leading to gut inflammation for example some complex proteins might exacerbate IBS symptoms so it’s wise to be cautious with them certain complex proteins can cause the immune system to react violently that’s why it’s a good idea to avoid them but you can also go too far with these dietary restrictions for example vegan or strictly plant-based diets they can be a bit extreme when you exclude all animal products including meat Dairy eggs and honey you can see that a lot of plant-based foods will meet the nutritional requirements but the biggest issue is that if you’re going to follow a diet you need to be able to consume enough protein otherwise you’ll get protein calorie malnutrition which is a significant problem if you’re trying to deal with inflammation particularly in the gut your body needs amino acids and protein should constitute about 25% of your daily intake another problem is if you rely too heavily on vegan or plant-based Foods some of them can be very processed or contain unhealthy additives like fake meats or cheeses or Oils or chemicals and that can be counterproductive also this approach often fails to deliver UND desired results more balanced and sustainable version of this could be the Mediterranean diet the Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional eating patterns of countries along the Mediterranean and it involves whole unprocessed Foods prioritizing plant-based ingredients healthy fats and lean proteins there’s a big emphasis on Omega fatty acids coming from fish and you also have high amounts of herbs and spices used in cooking which contain a lot of polyphenols and tpin one limitation of the mediteranian diet is that it doesn’t offer a reliable way to track your phytonutrient intake additionally it’s crucial that 50% of your daily calories come from Omega fats which are vital for gut microbiome Health while the Mediterranean diet includes many beneficial Foods inconsistency in nutritional tracking can lead to imbalances that hinder progress for my clients we take a more precise approach by focusing on phytonutrient rich foods we carefully monitor the intake of carbs fats and proteins and micronutrients daily to ensure the diet is fully supporting and optimizing the gut microbiome this level of targeting is essential for effectively managing IBS symptoms and promoting long-term gut health the final key concept for managing IBS effectively is understanding and tracking your individual food sensitivities when it comes to IBS candida and CBO the right diet must account for your personal food triggers I’ve created an entire video dedicated to food sensitivity testing for IBS where I discussed the most effective strategies and how to interpret the results it’s crucial that any dietary plan incorporates these results including your food sensitivities your aversions and allergies the simple and most effective way to track these is by keeping a food diary I understand that this might seem tedious but it’s a non-negotiable step for all of our clients during an IBS flare up almost every food might seem problematic however as your gut begins to heal you may find that you’ll you’re able to tolerate foods that were previously Troublesome and that’s why it’s important to regular Monitor and update your food sensitivities because they can evolve as your condition improves so there are different types of food sensitivity testing one is the classic skin prick test and you can find this at your allergist office they also have serum IG tests which are run from the blood and these will indicate if you have an allergy there’s also serum IGG tests and these are more in the sensitivity side of things and you have the serum MRT test which is a newer type of test I frequently review these tests with my clients helping them to understand what the findings means for their diet and overall health if you’re interested in doing a deeper dive into interpreting food sensitivity tests for IBS and sibo and candida I’ve got a detailed video on that topic as well in it I cover the different types of tests their advantages and disadvantages and the best times to get tested for instance it’s not usually ideal to test during a flare up due to the high likelihood of false positives testing when you’re in a more stable condition provides a clear picture of what is truly causing your sensitive activities the AIP diet is designed to help manage autoimmune diseases by reducing inflammation and promoting gut health it’s a stricter version of the paleo diet and focuses on eliminating potential dietary triggers of inflammation and autoimmunity the diet typically progresses through several phases first you have an elimination phase where you’re eliminating all the foods that may cause inflammation or immune reactions these can include things like rains legumes Dairy eggs nuts seeds nightshades and then you have a reintroduction phase where you gradually reintroduce these eliminated Foods one by one to identify which triggers are present for your symptoms and this helps personalize the diet to each individual person then there’s a maintenance phase where you can maintain a diet and avoid the triggers while focusing on nutrient-dense anti-inflammatory foods same is also true for a low histamine diet the only reason I’m mentioning it here is that it often makes its way into conversations about inflammation and the idea here is that you avoid foods that trigger histamine commonly but as I mentioned previously the gut microbiome is the main producer of histamine in the body so things like bacteria candida and sibo are all things that need to be addressed the lwh histamine diet spends a lot of time trying to avoid common trigger foods but it doesn’t address the gut microbiome component and it’s not specific to each individual since every person has different triggers I have several videos comparing the phytonutrient diet to each of the individual diets I mentioned here today so check out the description below to see those videos because I go way in depth into some of these diets and why they fail and what you can look out for the key points of a low histamine diet include avoiding High histamine foods like aged cheeses fermented foods processed Meats alcohol vinegar certain fish and avoiding histamine liberators which are foods that release histamine stored inside of it which means avoiding foods that release histamine stored in the body such as Tomatoes strawberries eggplants spinach avocados certain nuts and then you also want to avoid foods that have biogenic amines and these are things like bananas chocolates and certain Citrus food these inhibit histamine degradation okay and just a recap the principles of the ideal IBS diet include phytonutrients and I’m a strong supporter of the phyto diet following macronutrient requirements based on height weight and activity level the specificity of the diet when it comes to recalibrating the gut microbiome for a less inflammatory response and paying attention to food sensitivities at the Mind gut immunity Clinic we spend considerable time developing custom plans for each individual based on these principles we also provide coaching to ensure accountability and compliance which is why we achieve consistently great results results compared to practices focusing solely on medication we teach people how to manage their diet from home offering meal plans food guides recipes and grocery lists and this support ensures our clients are never lost and and can manage their condition effectively from anywhere if you struggle with IBS candida or sibo and have found certain foods that help or certain foods that worsen your symptoms comment below I would love to hear about your experiences that wraps up this session be sure to check out my other videos comparing different diets to the phyto diet and how they measure up if you found this video helpful please share it with others and don’t forget to like And subscribe for more content such as this this is Dr dosser with a mind go immunity Clinic thanks for watching and I’ll see you next time [Music] [Music]