Which probiotic is best for SIBO?
The group that achieved the best results was the metronidazole and Saccharomyces boulardii group, with SIBO eradicated in 55% of participants at 2 months. Saccharomyces boulardii therapy alone eradicated 33% which was better than the group given metronidazole alone (with just 25% SIBO eradication).
What probiotic kills SIBO?
Rifaximin kills many of the bacteria associated with SIBO but does not seem to affect many of the bacteria native to the colon’s microbiome.
Is it OK to take probiotics if you have SIBO?
Current research asserts that consuming probiotics is actually beneficial for SIBO patients. Science hasn’t confidently confirmed why supplementing with probiotics lowers bacteria in the small intestine and improves SIBO symptoms – however, evidence shows that it does.
What probiotic strains are bad for SIBO?
For this reason, patients in our practice who have a history of SIBO are advised to limit probiotic use to yeast-based strains like Saccharomyces boulardii (commonly marketed as Florastor) that cannot overgrow in the small bowel.
What supplements should I take for SIBO?
Since many people with bacterial overgrowth have vitamin deficiencies, a healthcare provider may recommend that you supplement your diet with vitamin B12, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and copper, as well as vitamins A, D, E, and K.
How do I get rid of SIBO fast?
Antibiotics are the primary treatment for SIBO symptoms. However, studies show that dietary changes, such as limiting sugars and lactose, may also help reduce bacterial overgrowth. The SIBO diet can be used in combination with antibiotics and probiotics.
How do you get rid of methane dominant SIBO?
Antibiotics
- Rifaximin (aka Xifaxan) is the main antibiotic used to treat SIBO.
- When treating SIBO-C, practitioners typically combine Rifaximin with another antibiotic, like Metronidazole or Neomycin, which increase the ability to kill off methane-producing organisms.
