Digestion and IBS Treatments in EdmontonNaturopaths experienced with digestive concernsIBS, gas & bloating are commonly seen and treated by our Naturopaths.Our Naturopathic Doctors have experience with treating SIBO & Candida.
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Food Allergy & Sensitivity TestingOur Naturopaths often start with Food Allergy or Food Sensitivity Testing for many patients with digestive issues. Our Naturopathic Doctors strongly consider Food Allergy or Food Sensitivity Testing when a patient's dietary analysis is laden with common allergens. Our Naturopaths use three separate Food testing methodologies: IgG/IgE testing, Total IgG Testing and Isolated IgE testing. Your Naturopath at TruMed will suggest the best test for your particular digestive issues. Studies support the use of Food Sensitivity & Food Allergy Testing in IBS patients. In a 2004 clinical trial, 150 IBS patients were tested for IgG food sensitivities and then put on a diet based of of their unique test results. After 12 weeks there was a 26% reduction in IBS symptom score in those patients. Our Naturopaths typically see larger than 26% improvement in our IBS patients with IgG Food Sensitivity testing when its correctly chosen for a patient's particular case. Our Naturopaths sometimes will run a combined IgG4/IgE Food Allergy Test in IBS patients. We find this type of testing particularly helpful for when patient exhibit relatively rapid reactions to ingesting their offending foods.
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Digestive TestingOur Naturopaths often run a Digestive Stool Analysis "CDSA" to see various digestive parameters. It is common to see a lack of beneficial bacteria (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacteria, Clostridia etc) or overgrowth of commensal or dysbiotic bacteria on a stool analysis. Common dysbiotic bacteria our Naturopaths see are Klebsiella and Citrobacter which are hydrogen sulfide species that can cause gas, bloating, diarrhea or constipation in what we call "hydrogen sulfide SIBO." CDSA testing tells us about flora as well as inflammation, immune function and digestive ability. Stool analysis can also let our Naturopathic Doctors know about imbalanced yeast overgrowths as well as parasitic infections affecting your digestion. By far, the most common gut yeast we see is Candida albicans. Candida can cause gas and bloating but it is implicated in numerous allergic and autoimmune diseases likely because of its gut disrupting actions. Our NDs may run an isolated Stool Microbiology or Comprehensive Parasitology instead of a CDSA if we want to only see if there is a bacterial, yeast or parasitic imbalance. IV Therapy & Digestive IssuesIV Therapy naturally bypasses the digestive tract as substances are put directly into the blood. Intravenous treatment can boost cellular levels when absorption is compromised from a digestive issue. In particular, we've seen Crohn's, Colitis and Celiac can patients improve dramatically from IV Therapy. Occasionally, we're using IV therapy for rehydration for patients with vomiting or diarrhea. |
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Digestive Testing at TruMed – Naturopaths in Edmonton Focused on Gut Health Patients searching for naturopaths in Edmonton for digestive issues often come to TruMed because our clinic specializes in advanced gastrointestinal testing and targeted natural treatment plans. Our Edmonton naturopathic doctors routinely use Comprehensive Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA) to investigate the root causes of IBS, bloating, reflux, constipation, diarrhea, and chronic gut inflammation. A CDSA gives our practitioners a detailed look at beneficial bacteria like Lactobacillus, Bifidobacteria, and Clostridia, while also flagging problematic organisms. It’s extremely common for our Edmonton patients to show dysbiotic species such as Klebsiella or Citrobacter—hydrogen-sulfide–producing bacteria linked to gas, bloating, and unstable bowel movements (sometimes called hydrogen-sulfide SIBO).
CDSA also evaluates inflammation, digestive enzyme output, immune function, yeast overgrowth, and parasitic infections. Our naturopathic doctors in Edmonton frequently detect Candida albicans—one of the most common yeast imbalances affecting digestion, allergies, and autoimmune responses through gut disruption. Depending on the case, our NDs may instead order a Stool Microbiology Panel or Comprehensive Parasitology if the priority is identifying bacterial, yeast, or parasitic overgrowths. IV Therapy & Digestive IssuesPatients looking for naturopathic digestive support in Edmonton often benefit from IV Therapy when absorption is compromised. IV nutrients bypass the digestive tract entirely and can rapidly replenish depleted cells. Our naturopaths frequently use IV therapy in Edmonton patients with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, or severe vomiting/diarrhea. Many of these cases show significant improvement in energy, nutrient status, and recovery. Food Allergy & Sensitivity Testing in EdmontonFood testing is one of the most common first steps our Edmonton naturopaths take for chronic digestive symptoms. Identifying trigger foods often completely resolves IBS symptoms—many patients discover that only a handful of foods are responsible for years of discomfort. Our naturopathic doctors at TruMed use three evidence-based methodologies:
Your naturopath will recommend the test best suited for your symptoms. Published research supports this approach: a 2004 clinical trial of 150 IBS patients found a 26% reduction in symptoms after following a diet based on IgG test results. Our clinic typically sees even greater improvements when testing is matched correctly to the case. We also use combined IgG4/IgE testing for patients with fast, reactive responses to offending foods. Digestive & IBS Treatment in EdmontonTruMed is a leading destination for patients searching for naturopaths in Edmonton for IBS, SIBO, Candida, and chronic digestive disorders. Our team has extensive experience treating:
With advanced testing and experienced naturopathic doctors, TruMed delivers Edmonton patients precise diagnoses and effective, personalized digestive treatment plans. |