Digestive issues are rarely just digestive.

Elimination diets address reactions to food, they don't address why those reactions are happening. If your gut lining is compromised, your microbiome is imbalanced, or you have SIBO, removing foods provides temporary relief at best. We identify the underlying driver and treat that. Most patients find they can reintroduce many foods they've avoided for years, once the gut is properly healed.

Yes, and this is the most common situation we see. "Normal" on a scope or standard bloodwork means the structural integrity of your gut is intact. It doesn't tell us anything about your microbiome, intestinal permeability, motility, or the functional state of your digestion. We use different tests that look at these things, and that's often where the answers are.

No. Come as you are. Changing your diet before your first consultation can actually make it harder for us to get an accurate picture. Bring your food diary if you have one, and be honest about what you're eating. That information is valuable.

Yes, and the two are frequently connected. Gut dysbiosis, insulin resistance, and nutrient malabsorption all affect weight and metabolism. We don't take a calorie-restriction approach. We address the underlying factors making weight management difficult, and the weight often responds as a result.

It depends on how long the problem has been there and what's causing it. Most patients notice real improvement within the first 4–6 weeks. Full restoration, the kind where you can eat a normal, varied diet without symptoms, typically takes 3–6 months. We structure care in phases and set clear milestones so you always know what we're working toward.