My journey into the world of gut health struggles began in 2011 when I was diagnosed with Celiac disease. Little did I know, this was just the beginning of a long and challenging road.
A few years later, a perfect storm of stress, a diet high in carbs and sugar, and a round of antibiotics led to the complete collapse of my gut health. I no longer felt like myself. Foods I once enjoyed became my enemies, and I was trapped in a cycle of bloating, brain fog, and constipation. Desperate for relief, I found myself eating the same three meals every day, just to avoid feeling worse.
The impact these gut symptoms had on my life is hard to put into words. My once vibrant energy vanished, straining my relationship with my husband and leaving me feeling lost and alone.
It wasn’t until a functional practitioner diagnosed me with SIBO that I saw a glimmer of hope. But the journey was far from over. The treatment was tough, I wasn’t able to tolerate it for many years. And it took four long years of trial and error, dealing with recurring symptoms, and battling new gut infections before I finally found relief.
After my last round of SIBO treatment, instead of feeling 100% better, my symptoms shifted. They were no longer the constipation and bloating that I was used to, but I now had crippling nausea, stomach pain, regurgitation, diarrhea, and reflux.
Eventually my symptoms escalated to the point of being unable to eat, leading to severe dehydration. In desperation, I went to the ER, hoping for answers. Instead, I left with just a prescription for a PPI and no real hope for relief. While the PPI helped calm some of the severe symptoms, I was still left without answers and continued to suffer.
The turning point came when a functional stool test revealed an H pylori infection. Armed with this knowledge, I underwent treatment and embarked on a journey of deep gut healing and emotional recovery. Slowly but surely, I regained my health and my sense of self. After five long years of struggling so badly with my gut health, I finally felt like I was on the road to full recovery.
Since that negative H pylori test, I’ve been so thankful to have been able to have two healthy pregnancies and two strong, thriving babies.
This healing journey has been the driving force behind my mission to help others facing similar struggles. I understand the frustration, the desperation, and the longing for answers. That’s why I’m dedicated to providing the guidance, support, and knowledge you need to conquer your gut issues and reclaim your health. Together, we can turn your story of struggle into one of success.
