The Surprising Link Between Chronic Fatigue and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Living with chronic fatigue or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be exhausting—both physically and mentally. But did you know these two conditions are often connected? In this post, we’ll explore how IBS and fatigue are intertwined, why this overlap matters, and how understanding the connection can empower you to regain control over your health. We’ll also look at how gut directed hypnotherapy can help resolve these conditions.

SIBO and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

People with IBS are more likely to have SIBO than the rest of the population. However, not everyone with an IBS diagnosis tests positive for SIBO. SIBO and IBS share many symptoms, and it’s possible to experience both at the same time. Gut directed hypnotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for the relief of IBS and SIBO.

Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is defined as excessive microbiome in the upper GI tract (small intestine) which feed on food moving through the small intestine. If the movement of food is too slow, bacteria numbers become excessive. SIBO symptoms include bloating, distention, flatulence, abdominal discomfort and changes in stool form. Gut directed hypnotherapy can help speed up transit of food through the small intestine and so help deprive the bacteria of food.