Calgary-based Dr. Derek Cook, ND, has announced naturopathic treatment options for adults with persistent small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)-related bloating and digestive symptoms that can affect daily comfort and quality of life. Through his practice, Healthflow Naturopathic, Dr. Cook provides individualized care for adults with unresolved digestive symptoms, assessing nutritional, functional, and lifestyle factors that may contribute to ongoing gastrointestinal concerns.
More information is available at https://www.drderekcook.ca/
A review published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology found that approximately 33.8% of patients with gastrointestinal symptoms test positive for SIBO. While medications may play a role for some patients, persistent or recurrent symptoms often prompt broader evaluation of factors such as gut motility, diet, microbial balance, and digestive function. These findings underscore the value of individualized, integrative treatment strategies for managing persistent digestive symptoms, particularly when conventional approaches have not provided lasting relief.
Recognizing that SIBO symptoms often overlap with those of other gastrointestinal conditions, Dr. Cook begins with a detailed clinical evaluation that considers each patient's health history, digestive function, nutrition, stress, sleep, lifestyle, and other factors that may influence gut health.
This assessment forms the foundation of Dr. Cook's proprietary 'Performance, Restoration, and Optimization' (PRO) Method—a four-phase clinical framework: Stabilize, Restore, Optimize, and Sustain. The approach integrates naturopathic and auricular medicine with conventional diagnostics and bioenergetic assessment to guide individualized care.
Following the evaluation, treatment recommendations may include nutrition and lifestyle guidance, botanical medicine, targeted supplementation, digestive support, and other evidence-informed naturopathic therapies. Recommendations are refined over time to reflect each patient's progress and clinical response.
About Dr. Derek Cook
Dr. Cook sees patients at Healthflow Naturopathic Clinic in Calgary and also provides virtual consultations for individuals throughout Alberta and beyond. Most major insurance plans are eligible for direct billing. Practising in Calgary since 2008, Dr. Cook has over 18 years of clinical experience and a background in pharmaceutical research and development. He is a member in good standing with the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) and serves on the college’s Hearing Tribunal.
For more information about Dr. Derek Cook's naturopathic approach to SIBO-related bloating, visit https://www.drderekcook.ca/ or call (403) 313-4354 to book a consultation.