Today’s guest is Dr. Allison Siebecker, the renowned 'Queen of SIBO'. She is a naturopathic physician, award-winning author, clinician and educator, and this week she joins me to unpack one of the most important (but often overlooked) pieces of the gut health puzzle: motility. We explore the migrating motor complex (MMC), why it matters, and how poor motility can contribute to chronic conditions like SIBO. Dr. Siebecker shares her personal journey to working in the SIBO space, explains how to spot motility issues, and so much more. If you're struggling with gut symptoms, this episode is a must-listen for expert insight into how your gut motility might just be the missing piece.In this episode, we chat about:Dr. Siebecker’s own journey with gut healthWhat motility is and how it’s linked to small intestinal bacterial overgrowthHow the migrating motor complex worksRed flag symptoms that may indicate a motility issueRisk factors for developing issues with MMC Testing the MMC functionUsing prokinetics to treat MMC dysfunctionThe difference between a laxative and prokineticsHow fasting can be used for MMC supportHealing nerve regeneration Dr. Siebecker’s advice if you think you have a gut motility issueRachel’s (she/her) details: Ready To Take Your Next Step To Support Your Gut?Follow Rachel on Instagram HEREWatch the FREE Masterclass 'How to enjoy food without IBS or bloating holding you back' HERE Check out the range of FREE gut health resources HERE Work with Rachel HERE Connect With Dr Siebecker (she/her)Check out Dr Siebecker’s SIBO Recovery Roadmap CourseVisit Dr. Siebecker's websiteConnect with Dr. Siebecker on YouTubeDisclaimer: The information provided on Gutsy Talks is for education and informational purposes only. It is not provided nor intended to substitute for professional advice or care. Please seek the advice of a qualified health care professional in the event you have questions or concerns about your health.

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