Dr. Westin Childs 
Probiotics are a necessary part of treating SIBO. Using the right probiotics can dramatically improve symptoms (if used correctly), or potentially make some of your symptoms worse. Certain probiotics are better for SIBO than others, and you need to make sure you use the right ones. The type, dose, and species of probiotic that …
By now you probably know that taking a probiotic can seriously improve your overall health. Probiotics’ benefits range from helping you with weight loss to lowering your cholesterol and even helping manage your appetite. But can you get all of these benefits with any old probiotic? Not really. In fact, in order to tap into …
Low progesterone is more common than you might think. If you’ve been dealing with changes to your mood, weight gain, or irregularities in your menstrual cycle then you might have low progesterone without realizing it. Finding out if you have low progesterone is important because progesterone (along with estradiol/estrogen) helps maintain and keep in balance …
We know that probiotics can do many amazing things ranging from helping with weight loss to treating acne and more. But do all of these benefits come without a cost? It turns out that some people may be sensitive to certain probiotic species and may react negatively if they are used improperly. You can prevent …
Using protein powder can act as a powerful supplement to help improve gastrointestinal function, promote weight loss, and normalize appetite. Most people are very familiar with protein powder and have been using it daily for years! But are all protein powders created equal? Not by a long shot. It turns out that the best protein …
What is male-related andropause? Is it even real? These are the questions you may be asking yourself as you start to deal with low energy, decreased libido and weight gain as you age. Andropause is real and it is something that all men will deal with over time. Properly diagnosing and addressing low testosterone is …
Leaky gut results in systemic damage that influences multiple systems in your body. Because of this damage, you may experience symptoms ranging from depression to chronic constipation and much more. The key to diagnosing leaky gut is understanding exactly how your gut interacts with hormone systems and neurotransmitters in your body. Then you can understand …
Are you undergoing thyroid treatment but not getting better? Do you have ALL of the symptoms of hypothyroidism but normal “thyroid labs”? Is T4 making your symptoms WORSE or are you gaining weight while taking this medication? If so, hypothalamic obesity disorder may be the underlying cause of your symptoms. This condition mimics hypothyroid-like symptoms …
Are bad bugs in your gut hindering your weight loss efforts? It may sound strange but it’s a legitimate question. Research has shown that the composition of bacteria in your gut plays a role in how many calories you absorb (1) in each meal and your appetite by altering neurotransmitters. Together, they can and do …
SIBO, short for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, may be one of the most common gastrointestinal issues you’ve never heard about. SIBO refers to an overgrowth of bacteria (often accompanied by fungal overgrowth as well) that causes a multitude of both intestinal and extraintestinal symptoms. Symptoms range from depression to weight gain and fatigue – they …
