12 niche diagnostic questions that reveal whether your bloating is caused by SIBO, IMO, leaky gut, food intolerances, low stomach acid, hormonal shifts, or your nervous system — and exactly what to do about it.
The 7 Root Causes
Bacteria that belong in your colon have migrated upward. Bloating within 30–90 minutes of eating.
Methane-producing archaea that paralyse gut muscles. Bloating even when fasting.
Gaps in the gut wall allowing particles into the bloodstream. Expanding food reactions + skin issues.
Specific carbohydrates and proteins fermenting in the colon. Predictable food-triggered bloating.
Your digestive fire is low. Food leaves the stomach undigested and ferments downstream.
Progesterone slows your gut every luteal phase. Soft, puffy bloating before your period.
Chronic stress shuts down digestion. Eating in fight-or-flight mode = fermentation.
For educational purposes only. This assessment does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before beginning any protocol.