June 2018 PMID 29915215

Brain fogginess, gas and bloating: a link between SIBO, probiotics and metabolic acidosis.

Satish S C Rao, Abdul Rehman, Siegfried Yu, Nicole Martinez de Andino

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Peak: 2 in Sep 2022
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What people are saying

The discussion reflects a generally positive yet cautious attitude, as seen in comments acknowledging the connection between brain fog, SIBO, and probiotics, with mentions of past debates and challenges like testing for D-lactate, which show the community's thoughtful engagement and recognition of the study's potential significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

The discussions show general acknowledgment of the article's relevance, with some references to previous related studies, indicating moderate agreement on its importance.

InterestModerate interest

The posts demonstrate curiosity, especially when recognizing the study’s historical context or connecting it to prior research from 2018.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage actively by mentioning specific studies, noting the difficulty of testing D-lactate, and referencing previous debates, reflecting a moderate depth of discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discourse highlights the recognition that this research could influence future understanding or clinical practice related to SIBO, probiotics, and related symptoms.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigates the link between brain fogginess, gas, bloating, probiotic use, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and D-lactic acidosis in patients with an otherwise normal gut, finding that those with brain fogginess more frequently had SIBO and D-lactic acidosis, especially when consuming probiotics.
  • The research shows that stopping probiotics and treating with antibiotics can resolve brain fogginess and gastrointestinal symptoms, suggesting a connection between probiotic-driven SIBO, D-lactic acidosis, and symptoms like brain fog.
  • The findings highlight the importance for clinicians to recognize and treat this syndrome, which involves gas, bloating, SIBO, and D-lactic acidosis, particularly in patients presenting with persistent symptoms despite normal endoscopic and radiological evaluations.

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Jordan Shapiro, MD, MS
@drjshapiro · X

Would add 3. "Brain fog" from Dr.Rao's study in 2018 as a maybe. Was a hot topic that year but after a point/counterpoint with Dr.Eamonn Quigley, nothing more has come of this. Also insanely hard to test for D-lactate in most systems. https://t.co/3XozfG5kOh

Sep 21, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,603 followers View post →
Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic
@ProbioticDr · X

@ChairmanAwesome @john_damianosMD @ISAPPscience Interesting that the poster here is similar to the 2018 study by the same PI: https://t.co/GlZfQwnVaS

Oct 24, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,774 followers View post →
Katie Guzzetta
@ktguzz · X

@MorklSabrina Yes - here it is! I only just realized it's from 2018

Jun 15, 2020 · 4,770 followers View post →
Emily Haller, MS, RDN
@emilyhaller_rdn · X

RT @drjshapiro: Would add 3. "Brain fog" from Dr.Rao's study in 2018 as a maybe. Was a hot topic that year but after a point/counterpoint w…

Sep 21, 2022 · 1 share · 1,881 followers View post →

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@ypdmkUeOg3YU4T3 · X

Brain fogginess, gas and bloating: a link between SIBO, probiotics and metabolic acidosis https://t.co/aIUT2CdSVP

Jul 24, 2023 · 344 followers View post →
Dragana Skokovic-Sunjic
@ProbioticDr · X

@ChairmanAwesome @john_damianosMD @ISAPPscience Interesting that the poster here is similar to the 2018 study by the same PI: https://t.co/GlZfQwnVaS

Oct 24, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,774 followers View post →
Emily Haller, MS, RDN
@emilyhaller_rdn · X

RT @drjshapiro: Would add 3. "Brain fog" from Dr.Rao's study in 2018 as a maybe. Was a hot topic that year but after a point/counterpoint w…

Sep 21, 2022 · 1 share · 1,881 followers View post →
Jordan Shapiro, MD, MS
@drjshapiro · X

Would add 3. "Brain fog" from Dr.Rao's study in 2018 as a maybe. Was a hot topic that year but after a point/counterpoint with Dr.Eamonn Quigley, nothing more has come of this. Also insanely hard to test for D-lactate in most systems. https://t.co/3XozfG5kOh

Sep 21, 2022 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,603 followers View post →
Katie Guzzetta
@ktguzz · X

@MorklSabrina Yes - here it is! I only just realized it's from 2018

Jun 15, 2020 · 4,770 followers View post →