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#93 - SIBO Testing Has Changed: What You Need to Know with Dr. Allison Siebecker

SIBO testing used to feel pretty straightforward. Take a breath test, look at hydrogen and methane, and make a treatment decision. But the world of SIBO testing is changi

#92 - SIBO Treatment Is Changing: Herbs, Probiotics & Prokinetics with Dr. Allison Siebecker

SIBO treatment continues to evolve—and Dr. Allison Siebecker is back on The Turd Nerds to break down even more of the latest research on how we treat SIBO and intestinal

#91: What’s New in SIBO? The Latest Research from DDW with Dr. Allison Siebecker

In this episode of The Turd Nerds, Dr. Ilana Gurevich and Dr. Rebecca Sand sit down with Dr. Allison Siebecker, one of the leading voices in small intestinal bacterial ov

#90 - When Acne Isn't Hormonal: The Hidden Gut Causes of Chronic Acne

Can acne start in the gut? In this episode of The Turd Nerds, we're joined once again by Dr. Megan Larravey for a fascinating case-based discussion exploring the connect

#89 - The Gut-Skin Connection: What We've Been Missing

Why Acne Isn't Just a Skin Problem: The Gut-Skin Connection What if your acne, eczema, rosacea, or chronic skin condition isn't actually starting in your skin? In this

#88 - The Gallbladder Recovery Toolkit

What can you actually do to support gallbladder health—before or after gallbladder removal? In Part 3 of our Gallbladder Series, we move from theory into practice. After

#87 – The Hormone Organ Nobody Talks About

Most people think gallbladder disease is all about gallstones. But what if the real story is hormones? In Part 2 of our Gallbladder Series, we take a deep dive into the

#86 – Gallbladder Chaos: Hormones, Microbes & Bile

Most people think gallbladder problems start and end with gallstones. The reality is much more complicated. In this episode of The Turd Nerds, we discuss the hidden conn

#85 – Lyme and Co-Infections: A Hidden Driver of Gut and Chronic Symptoms with Dr. Crane Holmes

Could Lyme disease or co-infections be contributing to gut symptoms that aren’t improving? In this episode, Dr. Crane Holmes and the turd nerds break down Lyme disease a

#84 – When It’s Not SIBO: Mold, Mast Cells, and Chronic Gut Symptoms with Dr. Crane Holmes

What if your gut symptoms aren’t SIBO—and aren’t improving despite treatment? In this episode, we explore a common clinical scenario: patients with bloating, gas, and di

#83 – The Vagus Nerve Explained: Gut–Brain Connection, IBS, and What Actually Helps

What does the vagus nerve actually do—and why does it matter for gut health, IBS, and anxiety? In this episode, we break down the vagus nerve in a clear, practical way,

#82 – Chronic Diarrhea That Won’t Resolve: Understanding Microscopic Colitis

Why does chronic diarrhea continue even when testing is normal? In this episode, we walk through a case of microscopic colitis and how to approach persistent gut symptom

#81 – When Digestion Stalls: A Chinese Medicine View of Bloating and Brain Fog with Ellen Goldsmith

In this episode, we revisit bloating through a Chinese medicine lens with Ellen Goldsmith, focusing on digestion as a process of movement, not just intake. We explore h

# 80 - A Different Way to Think About Digestion with Ellen Goldsmith

In this episode, we’re joined by Chinese dietetics expert Ellen Goldsmith to explore how traditional food systems approach digestion, health, and prevention. We discuss t

#79 -Unlocking the Secrets of Fiber and Prebiotics with Dr. Mark Davis

In this conversation, the Turd Nerds are joined by Dr. Mark Davis and the hosts discuss the significance of fiber and prebiotics in gut health, emphasizing personalized a

#78 -Fecal Microbiota Transplant with Dr. Mark Davis

In this episode of The Turd Nerds, the Turds are joined by Dr. Mark Davis, ND and we take a deep dive into the strange but powerful world of fecal microbiota transplantat

#77 - Navigating Menopause: Hormone Therapy Insights

In this conversation, the docs discuss the treatment of menopause, focusing on hormone therapy, diet, herbal remedies, and the importance of movement. She emphasizes the

#76 - The Hormonal Shift: Understanding Insulin Resistance in Perimenopause

This conversation delves into the intricate relationship between perimenopause, insulin resistance, and the microbiome. Dr. Rebecca Sand discusses how hormonal changes du

RECAP: Travelers Constipation

In this recap episode, the docs dive into the often-overlooked topic of travel constipation. Join her as she explores the challenges of maintaining regularity while on th

RECAP: Travelers Diarrhea

In this recap episode about travelers diarrhea, the docs discover a comprehensive protocol designed to prevent and treat this common travel ailment, featuring insights on