Aug 6, 2020
Many of us are familiar with SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth). But have you heard of its cousin, SIFO (small intestine fungal overgrowth)? My guest today will explain in detail what it is, and how it may be related to skin rash issues.
My guest today is Dr. Christine Maren, an osteopathic physician and the founder of a functional medicine practice in Colorado, Michigan and Texas.
She is also the co-founder of Hey Mami, an online resource to help women navigate a healthy and happy mamihood.
Dr. Maren was introduced to functional medicine after struggling with pregnancy complications and recurrent miscarriages. A functional medicine approach helped her address underlying health issues associated with gut infections, food sensitivities, hypothyroidism, hormone imbalance, and mold exposure.
Now a mother of 3, she’s devoted her professional life to helping other women optimize their health during pregnancy, thrive postpartum, and get their life back.
Dr. Maren is board-certified in Family Medicine and is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP).
Join us as we talk about SIBO, SIFO, and skin rashes.
Has your skin rash been triggered by fungal overgrowth? Let me know in the comments!
In this episode:
- What is SIBO (small intestine bacterial overgrowth)?
- What is SIFO (small intestine fungal overgrowth)?
- Are they gut issues?
- Can you test for SIFO?
- Is there a connection between SIBO, SIFO, and rosacea?
- Causes of SIFO
- Treatment options that you should consider
Quotes
“SIBO is small intestine bacterial overgrowth. SIFO is small intestine fungal overgrowth. So you could have one, or you could have both concurrently.” [2:37]
“I see patients with fungal overgrowth who have all sorts of stuff. They have skin issues, sometimes psoriasis, sometimes eczema, whatever it might be. So skin issues, digestive issues, sometimes even urinary symptoms and yeah, I think that treating it helps things go in the right direction. It's like your body spins back into orbit once we can rebalance things.” [26:18]
Links
Find Dr. Maren online here and here
Download Dr. Maren's FREE ebook, 12 Ways to Detox Your Home
Healthy Skin Show ep. 019: SIBO-Rosacea Connection w/ Dr. Leonard Weinstock
Follow Dr. Maren on Instagram here and here | Facebook here and here