IMO
The www.digestioncoach.com category IMO (Intestinal Methane Overgrowth) has IMO-related posts, science-backed articles, protocols, data, information, ideas, thoughts, news, etc.
IMO, or Intestinal Methane Overgrowth, is caused by an excess of methane-producing archaea, like Methanobrevibacter smithii, in the digestive tract. These microbes slow gut motility, often leading to chronic constipation, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. Unlike bacterial overgrowth, IMO can occur in both the small and large intestines, and its management includes dietary changes, probiotics, and sometimes antibiotics to restore gut balance.
IMO vs SIBO: Understanding Gut Health Issues and Treatments
If you’re dealing with bloating, constipation, or diarrhea, you might have heard of IMO (intestinal methanogen overgrowth) or SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth). Gut health issues like SIBO and IMO...
