The Gut Ecology Method
The microbiome is trendy right now. But, what most people are missing is that the microbiome is an ecosystem. Microbes respond to signals from their counterparts and competition, they respond to signals from your immune system and to toxins and nutrition (or lack of nutrition). Yes your microbiome is key to health, but it both communicates to and responds to everything else that is going on in your body.
Is this program for you?
Testing during the Gut Ecology Method
Nutrition during your program
Not one size fits all
FAQ
Are Supplements and Testing Included?
Supplements and testing are not included although those within Canada and the US may receive samples of certain items such as prokinetics and biofilm disruptors. I know how frustrating it is to purchase something you don't tolerate.
Do I have to follow a low FODMAP diet?
Not everyone needs to follow a low FODMAP diet. We provide custom meal plans for your individual needs. We do, however, need to use a low FODMAP or low fermentable mealplan if you are prepping for a breath test. If you are sensitive to dietary change we will help you strategize for your test prep.
Do I have to follow a parasite protocol?
Not everyone is dealing with parasites. The current popular paradigm surrounding parasites is that they should be treated in a specific order in relation to SIBO. However, we aren't aiming to make you popular. Your immune system provides signals when it is fighting parasites (found on common bloodwork when interpreted properly) and we will discuss this in greater detail.
What if I can’t use all my package sessions?
Every now and then we get a client who due to being in a severe condition or due to surgery or other extenuating circumstance cannot use their sessions within the allotted time frame. In cases like this we might offer a reasonable extension to the package, likely not beyond 1-2 months. Any extension granted (the length) is evaluated on an individual basis depending on the degree of work we have conducted for you, which resources you need access to, etc etc.
We also ask you to schedule your sessions up front in accordance with the rough timeline we expect you to move through the work. It’s easier to reschedule than to try to book last minute.
Why the package format?
After having SIBO myself (and relapsing a few times) and working with some pretty challenging clients I came up with the most efficient way possible to get clients through to SIBO recovery. With the right technology and know-how there is no reason anyone should spend extended periods on protocols that
a.) don’t work or
b.) which, may damage the gut
My process of screening for blocks in healing is ever evolving and becoming more efficient as well. I’ve become known for being able to help complex gut cases and local practitioners refer to me for as much.
If you haven’t already I do recommend seeing a generalist Naturopath or Doctor. They get lucky sometimes and with the easy cases may help you overcome SIBO. It’ll likely be cheaper for you that way. But, if you’re a sensitive or complex case it is better to see a specialist who stays up to date on the subject.
The packages are set up and priced in such a way to
a.) make it efficient for both of us
b.) cover my time spent outside of sessions working on your case take casual questions, build up our resource bank and research, complete test analysis, etc.
What if the program isn’t for me?
We will pro-rate the program based on the amount of time that has passed and refund the amount owed.
What if I can’t use my sessions because your availability is full?
If we see that you’ve been trying to book in (and not consistently leaving it to the last minute to do so) we will open up the schedule for you during time that our office would normally closed.