Ask Dr. Meg: Do probiotics help with bloating?

Probiotics can help ease bloating by correcting dysbiosis, improving bacterial diversity and the overall microbial environment in the gut.

Gut HealthMegan TantilloSeptember 27, 2021gut health, dysbiosis, probiotics, prebioticsComment

4 Things You Might Not Know Are Damaging Your Gut and What To Do About It

One of the most common complaints among clients is IBS or irritable bowel syndrome. I’ve been there… constant bloating, sharp gas pain, constipation and diarrhea. I was diagnosed with IBS and methane dominant SIBO in nursing school, but it took me a while to get the help I needed. Eat more fiber and drink more water, my provider said. Try Miralax. I suffered without real solutions, and I know many of my clients did, too.

Gut Health, Functional MedicineMegan TantilloJune 3, 2021gut health, probiotic, prebiotic, microbiomeComment

The Seeding Process

Did you know that your gut microbiota was passed down to you from your mom?⁣ Babies are first “seeded” with microbes through the vaginal birthing process, pick up more via skin to skin, and even more microbes while breastfeeding.

Gut Health, Hormones, FertilityMegan TantilloMarch 17, 2021gut health, probiotics, preconceptionComment

Why You Need to Poop Every Day (and What to Do If You’re Not)

Humans need to poop every day because this is how we get rid of waste and toxins from our bodies.

Gut HealthMegan TantilloFebruary 7, 2021gut health, constipation, diarrhea, detoxificationComment

8 Foods That Support Digestion & Gut Health

The best foods for digestion are those that are packed with fiber and support the “good” gut bacteria in your microbiome.

Gut Health, FoodMegan TantilloJanuary 13, 2021wellness, immunity, winter, supplements, supplements for immunity, gut health, fiberComment

Is it SIBO?

SIBO stands for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, a condition in which commensal bacteria overgrows in the small intestine causing gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation and malnutrition.

Gut HealthMegan TantilloMarch 29, 2020SIBO, dysbiosis, gut health, constipation, diarrhea, bloatingComment

The Gut-Brain Connection

Our gut is commonly referred to as the second brain. What you eat has a massive impact on how you feel and your mental health.

Gut Health, FoodMegan TantilloFebruary 14, 2020women's health, food, prebiotic, probiotic, healthy food, gut healthComment

Pregnancy Superfoods for Each Trimester

It’s no surprise that food during pregnancy makes a difference to both you and your baby. But did you know that your nutritional needs change at different stages of your pregnancy?