Radical Health Rebel
Welcome to the Radical Health Rebel Podcast (soon to be called Beyond The Pain)—your go-to show for uncovering the real root causes of chronic pain and reclaiming a life without limitations. Hosted by Leigh Brandon, a Functional Medicine Practitioner, CHEK Practitioner & Faculty Instructor, Active Release Techniques® Therapist, Emotion Code Practitioner, and author with almost three decades of clinical experience.
Each week, Leigh dives deep into the often-overlooked physical, emotional, nutritional, and environmental factors behind persistent pain. Through expert interviews and thought-provoking solo episodes, you'll discover holistic strategies that go beyond symptom management—designed to heal, empower, and transform.
Whether you're a health professional, athlete, or someone who's tried everything and still lives in pain, this podcast offers insights, hope, and practical solutions that work when conventional approaches fall short.
Tune in to learn how to break free from chronic pain and take radical steps toward lasting health and vitality.
Radical Health Rebel
90 - Overcoming Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth with Dr Jason Hawrelak
Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast! I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Jason Hawrelak, a renowned researcher, educator, and naturopath with a wealth of knowledge and over two decades of clinical experience. With a PhD focused on probiotics, prebiotics, and herbal medicines for gut health, Jason has been teaching audiences worldwide on microbiota modification and gastrointestinal health.
In this episode, we dive into the topic of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), a condition that affects many individuals today. After taking one of Jason's courses on SIBO a few years ago, I have been able to apply his teachings to help those suffering from this debilitating condition who had previously struggled to find relief through traditional medical avenues.
Stay tuned for an insightful discussion with Dr. Jason Hawrelak as we discuss the symptoms of SIBO, its connection to other health issues, and how to effectively manage and treat this condition. Get ready for an eye-opening conversation on a topic that is crucial for overall human health.
We discussed:
3:31
Jason's academic and professional background and research into IBS and gut dysbiosis
13:21
Extreme (carnivore and vegan) diets and the microbiome
20:47
What SIBO is and what complications are caused by it.
37:17
Symptoms of excess gas producing microbes
43:38
The causes of SIBO
46:41
Gold Standard testing for SIBO
56:31
Addressing SIBO
You can find Jason @:
https://www.probioticadvisor.com/
https://microbiomerestorationcenter.com
https://www.facebook.com/probioticadvisor/
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You can find Leigh @:
Leigh's website - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/
Chronic Pain Breakthrough Blueprint - https://www.bodychek.co.uk/freepainguide/
Leigh's courses:
StickAbility - https://stickabilitycourse.com/
Mastering Client Transformation (professional course) - https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/mastering-client-transformation/
