Frequently Asked Questions About Bloating & Gas

Q. Why am I always bloated even when I eat healthy?

Even a healthy diet can include foods that are difficult for your digestive system to process — such as high-FODMAP vegetables, fiber-rich grains, or fermented foods. Bloating may also be caused by low stomach acid, food sensitivities, or bacterial imbalances like SIBO.

Q. Can hormone imbalances cause bloating?

Yes. High estrogen and low progesterone levels — especially around your period — can cause fluid retention, gas, and abdominal bloating. Hormone testing can help uncover whether this is contributing to your symptoms.

Q. What tests do naturopaths use for bloating and gas?

At NDcare, we may use SIBO breath tests, food sensitivity testing, stool analysis, hormone panels, and stomach acid assessment to find the root cause of your bloating. Your testing plan is personalized to your symptoms.

Q. What’s the difference between SIBO and IBS?

SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) is a common root cause of IBS. If your bloating comes with gas, constipation, or diarrhea, SIBO testing can help differentiate what’s going on and guide effective treatment.

Q. Do I need to follow a special diet for bloating?

Not always. We often recommend targeted dietary adjustments based on your symptoms and testing, rather than restrictive diets like low-FODMAP unless needed. Our goal is long-term comfort, not short-term food elimination.

Q. Can you help if I’ve already tried probiotics or food changes?

Yes. Many patients come to us after trying common solutions like probiotics or gluten-free diets with little success. We go deeper — testing for enzyme deficiencies, bacterial imbalances, and hormone factors that may have been missed.

Q. How do I get started?

Book your free 15-minute consultation to speak with our Toronto naturopath and learn how we can help you reduce bloating and improve digestion — naturally.