The Truth About Treating SIBO

By: Sara Schaefer, PhD Published on: 25/04/2025

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of treating SIBO with antibiotics or antimicrobials — only to relapse again and again — this is for you... SIBO isn’t just “too much bacteria”… it’s a deeper imbalance in the gut ecosystem. In this post, I’m breaking down why the standard “kill protocol” often backfires — and what to focus on instead if you truly want to restore balance, rebuild resilience, and feel better for good.