We also look for certain symptoms to indicate impaired digestion and cross-reference these with the markers on testing identified above: Belching, gas or bloating within one hour of eating Heartburn or acid reflux Halitosis (bad breath) Aversion to high protein foods Feeling of excess fullness after meals Greasy or undigested food in stool Alone these are not likely SIBO root causes, but they all contribute and are often the result of impaired motility or medications
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Think of it as a partnership: Tirzepatide helps with the heavy lifting, and lifestyle changes maintain the momentum
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If stool becomes hard or infrequent, ask your clinician about osmotic options such as polyethylene glycol or a short course of stool softener, and consider a probiotic trial to support gut motility