# GI-Cognition | Gut Health Diagnostics Tests and Consultation in London > Your Partner in Digestive Health & Wellness. ## Posts - [Gut Microbiome and Mental Health | Gut-Brain Axis Explained by Dr Jafar Jafari](https://www.gi-cognition.com/gut-microbiome-and-mental-health/): Did you know the trillions of bacteria living in your gut are constantly talking to your brain? - [What Is IMO? How It’s Different From SIBO + How to Test for Both at Home](https://www.gi-cognition.com/what-is-imo-how-its-different-from-sibo-how-to-test-for-both-at-home/): Have you been struggling with bloating, gas, or persistent constipation, even after trying probiotics or dietary changes? - [SIBO and Gluten Sensitivity: When Gluten-Free Isn't Enough](https://www.gi-cognition.com/sibo-and-gluten-sensitivity/): Many of the people I see in clinic have already given up gluten. - [Choosing the Right SIBO Home Test Kit: A Comprehensive Guide ](https://www.gi-cognition.com/choosing-the-right-sibo-home-test-kit-a-comprehensive-guide/): If your GP, dietitian or gastroenterologist has suggested your symptoms might be down to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) or intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO), the next question is usually how to test for it. - [Endless Hours on the Throne - Understanding Constipation](https://www.gi-cognition.com/constipation-causes-relief/): Constipation is a common digestive issue that can wreak havoc on your daily routine and overall well-being. - [Listen to Your Gut: Signs You Need to Consult a Gut Health Specialist](https://www.gi-cognition.com/listen-to-your-gut-signs-you-need-to-consult-a-gut-health-specialist/): Maintaining good gut health is crucial for overall well-being, but it can be challenging to distinguish between occasional digestive discomfort and symptoms that warrant professional attention. - [Bad Breath From the Stomach: The Gut Health Link](https://www.gi-cognition.com/bad-breath-an-indicator-of-poor-gut-health-and-digestive-imbalances/): People often ask me whether their bad breath is coming from their stomach. It's an understandable worry, and occasionally it is. - [SIBO vs IBS: What's the Difference?](https://www.gi-cognition.com/ibs-vs-sibo-what-is-the-difference/): "Is it IBS or is it SIBO?" is one of the questions I'm asked most often. It's a fair question. - [Hydrogen and Methane Breath Tests for SIBO, Explained](https://www.gi-cognition.com/navigating-sibo-diagnosis-the-role-of-hydrogen-and-methane-breath-tests/): A breath test sounds simple: drink something, breathe into a bag, wait for the result. - [Types of SIBO: Hydrogen, Methane and Hydrogen Sulfide](https://www.gi-cognition.com/understanding-the-types-of-sibo/): SIBO isn't one single condition. The gases produced by the organisms in your gut, and the symptoms that go with them, can vary a lot. - [What Is SIBO? Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis](https://www.gi-cognition.com/what-is-sibo-causes-symptoms-and-diagnosis/): SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is one of the most searched-for gut conditions I come across, and one of the most misunderstood. - [Case Study 7: Uncovering the Secret Message Hidden in a Normal Reflux Test Result](https://www.gi-cognition.com/functional-gut-disorder-diagnosis-case-study/): A 23 year old lady presented with stomach pain, heartburn, regurgitation, nausea/vomiting and dysphagia. - [Breaking the cycle of long waiting times](https://www.gi-cognition.com/reduce-nhs-waiting-times-gi-diagnostics/): The journey from diagnosis to treatment should be straightforward, with as little burden on the patient as possible. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. - [Case Study 6: High Resolution Manometry](https://www.gi-cognition.com/high-resolution-manometry-iom-case/): A 66-year-old lady presented with epigastric pain, heartburn, regurgitation, belching, high dysphagia and odynophagia. - [Case study 5: 24-hour pH-Impedance Reflux Monitoring On PPI](https://www.gi-cognition.com/24-hour-reflux-monitoring-on-ppi/): The patient was a 53-year-old lady presenting with a cough, LUQ pain and occasional dysphagia. - [Lessons Learned from a Hydrogen and Methane Breath Test - Case Study](https://www.gi-cognition.com/sibo-breath-test-interpretation-errors/): A 16-year-old boy presented with IBS-like symptoms of chronic abdominal pain and diarrhoea. - [Case Study 4: Chest Pain, Heartburn, Regurgitation, Mid/Low Dysphagia and Mild Gastritis](https://www.gi-cognition.com/chest-pain-heartburn-and-mild-gastritis/): A 61-year-old patient presented with chest pain, heartburn, regurgitation and mid/low dysphagia. - [Case study 3: Stomach Pain, Heartburn, Regurgitation, Belching and Dysphagia](https://www.gi-cognition.com/stomach-pain-belching-and-dysphagia/): A 44-year-old lady presented with stomach pain, heartburn, regurgitation, belching and mid/low dysphagia. - [Case study 2: Stationary High-resolution Manometry (HRM) Impedance](https://www.gi-cognition.com/case-study-high-resolution-manometry-impedance/): This 27-year-old patient presented with postprandial epigastric/stomach pain and a high level of dysphagia. Her OGD was normal with MBI = 14 and Lupus A. - [Case study 1: Mix of Real Gastric and Supragastric Belching](https://www.gi-cognition.com/case-study-1-mix-of-real-gastric-and-supragastric-belching/): A 20-year-old lady presented with heartburn, belching and persistent hiccups. - [The Benefits of Oesophageal Biofeedback in Treating Supragastric Belching](https://www.gi-cognition.com/the-benefits-of-oesophageal-biofeedback-in-treating-supragastric-belching/): Do you have patients with recurrent belching that cannot be explained by physiological changes? - [Supragastric Belching Diagnosis in Female Patient with Dysphagia](https://www.gi-cognition.com/supragastric-belching-diagnosis-in-female-patient-with-dysphagia-2/): The diagnosis of patients with dysphagia can be challenging and often results in their symptoms being attributed to functional dysphagia which is a psychological condition. ## Pages - [SIBO Test UK – At-Home Breath Tests for SIBO and IMO](https://www.gi-cognition.com/sibo-test/): Bloating, wind, abdominal pain, diarrhoea or constipation that won't settle can be caused by small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) or its methane-producing relative, intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO). - [Manage Profile](https://www.gi-cognition.com/manage-profile/): Hi your email is . - [Advanced Symptom Checker](https://www.gi-cognition.com/gut-health-symptom-checker/): Clinically Designed by Dr. - [Let's Keep In Touch](https://www.gi-cognition.com/lets-keep-in-touch/): Hi Help us to improve your experience with us through better communication. 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