Digestive Health

Katrina Froome Naturopathy: naturopath, nutritionist & herbal medicine, energy healer, kinesiologist: servicing Brisbane & Ipswich plus online consultations. Helping women, men and children who suffer from digestive issues like SIBO, IBS, irritable bowel syndrome, IBD, IMO, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, diarrhea, tummy pain, nausea, loss of appetite, indigestion, passing a lot of gas, farting, excessive burping, reflux, chronic fatigue syndrome, mould illness, mold illness, fatigue and weakness, anxiety, candida, thrush, allergies, food intolerances & sensitivities, Diverticulitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Leaky Gut, Gastritis, Hypothyroidism, Asthma, Type II Diabetes, Interstitial Cystitis, Fibromyalgia, Restless Legs Syndrome, Acne Rosacea, parasites, microbiome health, microbiome testing, poo test, stool testing, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, bacteria infection, fungal infection, viral infection, weight gain, weight loss, insulin resistance, metabolic health, metabolism
As a digestive health naturopath specialising in SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) and it's other related health conditions, Katrina brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her practice. Having navigated her own long history with SIBO, Katrina deeply understands the challenges it brings, from bloating and discomfort to fatigue and food sensitivities. This unique perspective allows her to offer compassionate, practical, and effective strategies tailored to your individual needs. Katrina will address the root causes of your SIBO and other health symptoms to create a personalised plan to support your gut health and well-being and you too, can be SIBO free.                                                
Here are a few of the questions that Katrina asks her patients when she begins working with them both in clinic and online:-
    • Are you tired of running to the bathroom or planning your life around your digestive health issues? Are you missing out on going to work, school or uni because of your digestive issues? How does this affect your daily life?
    • Are you missing out on family gatherings or catching up with friends because you are scared to eat foods that could upset your tummy?
    • Do you open your bowels each day? If not, when was the last time you went to the toilet? What is 'normal' for you? 

    • Do you stress about food because you aren't sure which ones are making you feel unwell or have you limited yourself to certain foods that you eat regularly because they don't upset your tummy?

    • Do you feel bloated and/or tired after eating? Do you experience brain fog or memory issues?
    • Do you look for a sugary or caffeinated pick me ups during the day, as you are exhausted?

    • What diets have you tried over the years? Have you tried gluten free, dairy free, sugar free, low carb, high protein, Low FODMAPs, Carnivore, Vegan, Vegetarian or high fat diets in the hope of easing your digestive issues but your symptoms are still there or keep flaring up?

    • Do you have any known hormonal imbalances or issues? 
    • Do you suffer from skin conditions such as acne, eczema and dermatitis or psoriasis?
    • Do you suffer from re-occurring Candida (thrush)? 

    If you have answered yes to more than two of the above questions, you are more than likely experiencing digestive dysfunction (microbiome imbalance) which can lead to other digestive issues, such as IBS, SIBO, LIBO, IMO and SIFO if left undiagnosed or correctly treated.

     

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    Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO), Large Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (LIBO), and Intestinal Methanogen Overgrowth (IMO) are all conditions related to imbalances in the gut, each presenting unique challenges:

    • IBS: A functional gastrointestinal disorder characterised by chronic symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, or alternating bowel habits. IBS often overlaps with conditions like SIBO, IMO, and SIFO, making it essential to address the underlying causes for effective relief.
    • SIBO: Occurs when bacteria that normally reside in the large intestine migrate or overgrow in the small intestine, leading to symptoms like bloating, gas, diarrhoea, constipation, and nutrient malabsorption.
    • SIFO: Refers to an overgrowth of fungal organisms, such as yeast, in the small intestine. This can cause symptoms similar to SIBO, including bloating and abdominal discomfort, often exacerbated by sugar or carbohydrate consumption.
    • LIBO: Happens when bacterial overgrowth is concentrated in the large intestine, contributing to symptoms like gas, bloating, and irregular bowel movements, often tied to dysbiosis or poor dietary habits.
    • IMO: Involves an overgrowth of methane-producing organisms, which aren’t technically bacteria and are known as archaea and behave similarly. IMO is often linked to constipation, excessive gas, and a slower gut transit time. IMO used to be referred to as Methane Dominant SIBO. 

    As an experienced naturopath specialising in digestive health, Katrina takes a holistic approach to uncover the root cause/s of your symptoms. By utilising advanced tools like Gut Microbiome Testing and SIBO Breath Testing, Katrina can identify imbalances in your gut flora and pinpoint specific digestive issues that are contributing to your health concerns.

    Katrina also offers the FOOD FIT program, a personalised dietary strategy to support optimal gut health and help identify food and product triggers.

    Katrina's naturopathic approach integrates natural therapies, dietary modifications, and lifestyle interventions tailored to each individual's unique needs. By addressing the underlying factors contributing to SIBO, IBS, SIFO, LIBO and IMO, Katrina aims to guide her patients towards a path of digestive wellness, fostering not only physical health but also emotional and mental well-being. Together, we embark on a journey to restore digestive balance and enhance overall vitality, allowing individuals to reclaim control over their digestive health and embrace a life of holistic wellness.

    Great news - IBS, SIBO and these other conditions are one of Katrina's favourite parts of Naturopathy!

    Katrina has firsthand experience, as she knows what it’s like to suffer from SIBO and digestive issues and also how wonderful life can be post SIBO. This digestive issue led Katrina to become a SIBO Doctor approved Naturopath. 

    Katrina is also a Co-Biome recognised Gut Microbiome Testing practitioner. 

    Katrina loves the challenge of supporting and working with her patients to rebalance their gut microbiome and to be not only SIBO free and to have optimal digestive health.

    Please note - we order your SIBO Breath Test or Gut Microbiome Test during your initial consultation and once I have your results we commence your treatment. This ensures that the correct treatment plan is designed for YOU! 

     

     

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    Katrina Froome Naturopathy: naturopath, nutritionist & herbal medicine, kinesiology: servicing Brisbane & Ipswich plus online consultations. Helping women, men and children who suffer from digestive issues like SIBO, IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, diarrhea, tummy pain, nausea, loss of appetite, indigestion, farting, excessive burping, reflux, fatigue, chronic fatigue, anxiety, candida, thrush, allergies, food intolerances, food sensitivities, Diverticulitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, IBD, Leaky Gut, Gastritis, Hypothyroidism, Asthma, Type II Diabetes, Interstitial Cystitis, Fibromyalgia, Restless Legs Syndrome, Acne Rosacea, autoimmune conditions, mould illness, mold illness, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic fatigue, burnout, parasites, viral infections, bacterial infections, microbiome, microbiome testing, poo test, stool test, LIBO, SIFO, IMO