The Healthy Gut

Rebecca Coomes
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  • ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

Presented by Rebecca Coomes, The Healthy Gut Podcast discusses all aspects of gut health, with a particular focus on Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. It features interviews with a wide range of leading gut specialists, and real-life stories of people who have treated their gut to transform their health. Whether you’re a person with SIBO or other digestive health issues, a parent, partner or friend caring for someone experiencing issues, or you just want to learn more about gut health in general, this series is packed full of information that you can apply to your own health today. Rebecca Coomes is a nutritionist, author, and presenter who transformed her life after healing her gut. © Rebecca Coomes and The Healthy Gut. All rights reserved. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Pelvic tightness, pelvic pain and SIBO with Dr Meg Withers | Ep. 104

    09/08/2025

    Pelvic tightness, pelvic pain and SIBO with Dr Meg Withers | Ep. 104

    Osteopath Dr Meg Withers shares the role the pelvic floor muscles play in SIBO and how bodywork can be beneficial for symptom management for both conditions. In today’s episode Pelvic tightness: what causes it, what you can do about it, and how this can impact the function of the gutHow your position on the toilet can impact your ability to poo (and what you can use from your home)Guidelines for toilet positioning (and what positions can make things worse)The role of breath work and the pelvic floor muscles (and how they can help you poo) and specific breath work exercises to help when you’re constipatedWhy clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth impacts your pelvic floor musclesThe role of body work in your SIBO treatment protocolThe impact prior surgeries (ie. c-section, appendectomy, gall bladder removal) can have on your pelvic floor and abdominal musclesIs it ever too late to start getting bodywork treatmentThe correlation between SIBO and endometriosis and the role body work has in the management of both conditionsThe importance of working at your own pace when it comes to body work The type of practitioner who can provide the correct body work and key search terms to type into Google to find someone locally Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aAwQAcoMEhk Resources mentioned in today’s podcast: Squatty potty toilet stoolThe Osteopathic Pelvic HubThe Pelvic Health Institute of AustraliaGut and Pelvic Health Osteo IG account Learn more about Rebecca Coomes and The Healthy Gut: The Healthy Gut Website  Membership Program 1-1 Consultations SIBO Cookbooks SIBO Meal Plans SIBO Masterclasses Connect with us on our socials! Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest The information in this podcast is for information purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider to discuss your personal healthcare requirements or treatment plan. Listening to the information in this podcast does not create a physician-patient relationship. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  2. Healthy gut, healthy weight with Sandra Tenge | Ep. 103

    03/02/2025

    Healthy gut, healthy weight with Sandra Tenge | Ep. 103

    Naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist Sandra Tenge joins Rebecca Coomes on The Healthy Gut Podcast to discuss why your gut health can impact your weight and what you can do about it. Commonly, people with SIBO either experience undesired weight loss or gains, which can be incredibly frustrating. Sandra discusses why having a healthy gut equals having a healthy weight and what you can do if you don't currently experience this. IN TODAY'S EPISODE Why your bowel transit time can impact your gut health and weightWhat the optimal transit time actually isThe role of microbiome analysis in achieving a healthy weightUnderstanding hormonal imbalances in weight changesWhat excess fat around your middle can tell you about your hormonesWhy stress can impact your weightDaily, weekly, monthly and annual self care activitiesWhat your food cravings can tell you about your nutrient deficienciesWhat tests we should be considering and how they should inform supplementationWhether we should be addressing gut health or weight firstThe psychological aspect of gut health and weight Watch the video podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dWvwn_OMkGs RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST: Healthy weight check list (members-only content. Not a member? Join here!)The Healthy Gut Membership ProgramNerva App: Gut directed hypnotherapyMicrobiome testing podcast interview with Dr Jason Hawrelak Learn more about Rebecca Coomes and The Healthy Gut: The Healthy Gut Website  Membership Program 1-1 Consultations SIBO Cookbooks SIBO Meal Plans SIBO Masterclasses Connect with us on our socials! Instagram Facebook YouTube Pinterest The information in this podcast is for information purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider to discuss your personal healthcare requirements or treatment plan. Listening to the information in this podcast does not create a physician-patient relationship. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min
  3. SIBO Bi Phasic Diet Update with Dr Nirala Jacobi | Ep. 102

    09/05/2022

    SIBO Bi Phasic Diet Update with Dr Nirala Jacobi | Ep. 102

    Rebecca is joined by Dr Nirala Jacobi, creator of the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet. Dr Jacobi has just released an updated version of the diet protocol which they discuss. They review what’s new and the broader range of foods that SIBO patients can now enjoy. IN TODAY’S EPISODE The role of the diet in the overall scheme of SIBO treatment and recovery. Can diet alone cause or treat SIBO?An overview of the updates made to the Bi Phasic Diet and whether the type of SIBO you have determines the diet you followWhen to incorporate the treatment protocol if following the SIBO Bi Phasic DietHow to manage food reintroduction when a patient reacts to everythingHow to use the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet if a patient relapses and what Phase they should go back to, and how important is diet in preventing a relapse?Should we incorporate meal spacing and intermittent fasting with the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet?Understanding the mini-course which is now available with the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet eBookThe launch of the SIBO supplement shop Watch the video podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/SPJmFXK8Eoc RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Get the updated SIBO Bi Phasic Diet and mini-course SIBO Bi Phasic supplement shop SIBO Cookbooks SIBO Meal Plans Sign up to The Healthy Gut Podcast membership for free Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  4. Is SIBO real with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 101

    10/19/2020

    Is SIBO real with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 101

    Rebecca is joined by Dr Allison Siebecker to answer the big question: is SIBO real? Dr Siebecker is passionate about improving practitioner and patient education and shares her exciting news about her brand new programs as well as the news that hydrogen sulphide SIBO testing is now available in the US.  IN TODAY’S EPISODE Is SIBO real?What can you do if your doctor does not believe in SIBO or want to test you for it? How can we educate our doctor or practitioner about SIBO?What is Dr Allison Siebecker’s new courses for patients and practitioners?How can you now get tested for hydrogen sulphide SIBO?What are the newest research projects from Dr Pimentel and his research group? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST SIBO Practitioner Course by Dr Allison Siebecker SIBO Patient Course by Dr Allison Siebecker Trio-Smart Breath Test for Hydrogen Sulphide SIBO  Sign up to Dr Allison Siebecker’s newsletter Watch Rebecca’s vlog of her 14 days on the Elemental Diet Listen to Hydrogen Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 83 Listen to Methane Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 84 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
  5. What is a SIBO diet with Rebecca Coomes | Ep. 100

    10/12/2020

    What is a SIBO diet with Rebecca Coomes | Ep. 100

    On today’s podcast, Rebecca celebrates her 100th episode of The Healthy Gut Podcast. She explores what is a SIBO diet (and what it isn’t) and the various diets that can be followed by a SIBO patient. She also discusses why some people shouldn’t follow a SIBO diet and what you should do with your nutrition after your SIBO treatment.  IN TODAY’S EPISODE What is a SIBO diet?What diets have been designed specifically for SIBO patients?What other diets can be followed by SIBO patients?Why is diet alone not enough to treat SIBO?The pros and cons of the SIBO dietsHow to eat before, during, after treatment?Why should you consider getting tested for other food intolerances and allergies? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Join our Living Well with SIBO: 5-Week Challenge Book a SIBO coaching session with Rebecca Coomes Download the Plant-Based Food Tracker Download the Food and Mood Diary Read the best SIBO diet plan blog Listen to Hydrogen Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison Siebecker Listen to Methane Dominant SIBO podcast with Dr Allison Siebecker Listen to SIBO Food Intolerances podcast with Sandra Tenge Listen to Eating Disorders and SIBO podcast with Diane Ryan Listen to Fast Tract Diet podcast with Dr Norm Robillard Listen to Real Life Story: Before and After SIBO podcast with Lezahlee Patrick SIBO Specific Food Guide SIBO Bi Phasic Diet Low Fermentation Diet Fast Tract Diet Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  6. Real life story: Before and after SIBO with Lezahlee Patrick | Ep. 99

    10/05/2020

    Real life story: Before and after SIBO with Lezahlee Patrick | Ep. 99

    Rebecca is joined by Lezahlee Patrick who shares what life was like with SIBO, before and after treatment and coaching sessions with Rebecca. Lezahlee signed up for 1:1 SIBO Coaching Sessions with Rebecca as she felt she needed extra support to help her feel great again. Today, Lezahlee is vastly improved from where she was and shares her story with SIBO in the hope it gives others motivation and inspiration to keep working at their health.  IN TODAY’S EPISODE What life was like with SIBO before and after treatment? What events lead to Lezahlee feeling sick and realising her health had declined?What life was like for Lezahlee before she realised she had SIBO?The challenges she faced when dealing with SIBOWhy she sought the 1:1 SIBO Coaching Sessions with Rebecca Coomes and how it helped her continued recovery?How long it took Lezahlee to feel better? What life looks like for her today (after SIBO treatment) vs when she started healing her gut (before SIBO treatment)?How Lezahlee is now reintroducing foods such as onion and garlic back into her diet?Lezahlee’s words of wisdom and advice for other SIBOers who are just starting out on their recovery RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Visit The Healthy Gut website Check out my SIBO Cookbooks Check out my Meal Plans Check out my SIBO Cooking Classes  Watch my SIBO Cooking Show Book a coaching session with Rebecca Coomes Visit The Biome Clinic website Visit Nirala Jacobi’s website Check out the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet Listen to the podcast on SIBO Food Intolerance with Sandra Tenge Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min
  7. Why does SIBO relapse and what you can do about it with Rebecca Coomes | Ep 98

    09/28/2020

    Why does SIBO relapse and what you can do about it with Rebecca Coomes | Ep 98

    For many SIBO patients, relapse is a common occurrence. In fact, 66% of all SIBO patients will experience at least one relapse in their lifetime. Today, Rebecca discusses why SIBO relapse occurs, what causes it and what you can do about it to either prevent it, or prolong the period between relapses. IN TODAY’S EPISODE Why do 66% of all SIBO patients relapse with SIBO?What are the common causes of a relapse?What can be done to prevent a SIBO relapse from occurring?What can you do to help manage the psychological aspects of a SIBO relapse? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Watch The Health Gut YouTube Channel Listen to the podcast on Adhesions with Larry and Belinda Wurn Listen to the podcast on Visceral Mobilisation Therapy with Alyssa Tait Listen to the podcast on Migrating Motor Complex with Dr Allison Siebecker Sign up to the Living Well with SIBO: 5-Week Challenge Visit Dr Allison Siebecker’s website Visit Clear Passage Physical Therapy website Visit Alyssa Tait’s website Visit The Barral Institute Book a 1:1 Coaching Session with Rebecca Listen to Rebecca’s podcasts Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  8. SIBO Food Intolerances with Sandra Tenge | Ep. 97

    09/21/2020

    SIBO Food Intolerances with Sandra Tenge | Ep. 97

    Today, I’m joined by Sandra Tenge, a naturopath, nutritionist and herbalist. We discuss the differences between SIBO food intolerances, food sensitivities and food allergies. For many SIBOers, they can feel nervous when it comes to reintroducing foods after following a restricted SIBO diet, so we delve into the best way to approach that and more.  IN TODAY’S EPISODE What is the difference between a SIBO food intolerance, sensitivity and allergy?What tests can you do to determine if you have any?What the best thing to do when you’re having a reaction to food?What's the best way to reintroduce a food after not eating it for a while? RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY’S PODCAST Watch The Health Gut YouTube Channel Check out the SIBO Specific Food Guide Check out the SIBO Bi Phasic Diet Check out the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Elimination Diet Guidebook Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Presented by Rebecca Coomes, The Healthy Gut Podcast discusses all aspects of gut health, with a particular focus on Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. It features interviews with a wide range of leading gut specialists, and real-life stories of people who have treated their gut to transform their health. Whether you’re a person with SIBO or other digestive health issues, a parent, partner or friend caring for someone experiencing issues, or you just want to learn more about gut health in general, this series is packed full of information that you can apply to your own health today. Rebecca Coomes is a nutritionist, author, and presenter who transformed her life after healing her gut. © Rebecca Coomes and The Healthy Gut. All rights reserved. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehealthygut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Rebecca Coomes
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2025
  • Episodes
    116
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    The Healthy Gut