Most women think it’s just bloating. It's Not.

Most women think it’s just bloating. It's Not.

From Peak Revival by Vesna Hrsto

April 19, 2026 · 9 min · Episode 100

About this episode

This episode discusses the deeper issues behind bloating and digestive symptoms in women, focusing on SIBO and the importance of proper gut health testing.

If you deal with bloating, gut issues, food intolerances, IBS symptoms, constipation, diarrhoea, nausea, or stomach distension , this video explains why it may be more than “just bloating.” A lot of women are told these symptoms are normal, hormonal, or just part of getting older, but ongoing digestive issues can point to something deeper happening in the gut. In this video, I talk about SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) , one of the possible causes of chronic bloating and unexplained digestive symptoms. We cover why symptoms like gas, abdominal swelling, discomfort after eating, and irregular bowel movements are often brushed off or misdiagnosed, and why proper gut health testing can matter when standard blood work comes back “normal.” I also break down why the low FODMAP diet is not a long-term solution for gut healing, even though it can help manage symptoms during treatment. If you’ve been struggling with women’s gut health, IBS, microbiome issues, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies, fatigue, or brain fog , this conversation will help you understand what may be going on beneath the surface. If your gut symptoms keep getting dismissed, this is your reminder to look…

People in this episode

Host: Vesna Hrsto

Topics covered

  • bloating
  • gut health
  • women's health
  • IBS
  • microbiome
  • functional testing

Keywords

  • bloating
  • gut issues
  • food intolerances
  • IBS symptoms
  • chronic bloating
  • low FODMAP diet
  • digestive health
  • microbiome balance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SIBO

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