We have microbes living in every part of our body. This is totally normal and healthy. As we move through the digestive tract, the number of microbes at each site increases. We have the most microbes in our large intestine. However, sometimes excess microbes can end up in our small intestine. When this happens, a condition called small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) can occur. Those with SIBO often have symptoms of abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, belching, diarrhea and constipation. Some people with SIBO may produce more hydrogen, while others may produce more methane. It is important to speak with your doctor if you suspect you have SIBO. If you’ve received a diagnosis of SIBO from a doctor, this device could be helpful for tracking the levels of fermentation in your small intestine.

Visceral hypersensitivity (sensitivity to distension of the GI tract) and altered motility (constipation or diarrhea) are characteristics of IBS. About 40% of those with IBS tend to have more diarrhea. About one third of those with IBS are generally more constipated. The remainder switch between constipation and diarrhea. Those with IBS-C tend to have more methane producing microbes than those with IBS-D. Measuring both gases can help you gain clarity around your symptoms, in particular constipation.

Yes, it’s possible for us to share your results securely with your doctor, as long as we get your consent. Assuming your doctor is comfortable to proceed, just send an email to clinical@foodmarble.com with contact details for your doctor and we’ll take it from there.

By making breath testing a part of your day, you can discover a lot about your gut. If you manage to take between 8-10 breath tests each day, you are doing an excellent job. Here’s a good approach to daily breath testing:

– Take a baseline breath test once you wake up, after brushing your teeth and before eating food.

– Wait until one hour after your breakfast, then test hourly until your lunch.

– After lunch, wait an hour, then test hourly until your next meal and so on until you reach a maximum of 10 tests.

AIRE 2 measures both hydrogen and methane gases in your breath. These gases are produced during fermentation in the gut when certain foods aren’t fully digested. By measuring both, AIRE 2 provides more accurate, real-time insights into how your body responds to different foods, helping you better understand your digestive health.

It is important to speak with your doctor if you suspect you have SIBO. If you’ve received a diagnosis of SIBO from a doctor, this device could be helpful for tracking the levels of fermentation in your small intestine.