Digestive health

Digestive health underpins almost every aspect of physical and mental wellbeing. At The Lauriston Centre, we use a functional, evidence-informed approach to identify and address the root causes of digestive disorders, combining advanced laboratory testing with personalised nutrition and lifestyle support.

Conditions We Support

We support adults and children with a wide range of digestive conditions, including:

• Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
  Hydrogen-, methane-, and hydrogen sulphide–dominant SIBO, often presenting with bloating, reflux, abdominal pain, altered bowel habits, fatigue, and nutrient deficiencies.
  Our team has contributed to published research and clinical reviews on SIBO.

• Biofilm-Associated Gut Dysbiosis
  Microbial biofilms can protect pathogenic organisms and contribute to persistent or recurrent gut symptoms. This area forms part of our published research work.

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  Including IBS-D, IBS-C, and mixed IBS, with assessment of underlying drivers such as dysbiosis, food sensitivities, motility issues, and stress.

• Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  Addressing reflux by evaluating contributors such as impaired digestion, delayed gastric emptying, dysbiosis, and dietary triggers.

• Candida and Fungal Overgrowth
  Often associated with bloating, sugar cravings, recurrent infections, fatigue, skin issues, and brain fog.

• Leaky Gut (Increased Intestinal Permeability)
  Commonly linked to chronic inflammation, food sensitivities, autoimmune conditions, and systemic symptoms.

• Gut Infections and Parasites
  Identification and support for bacterial, parasitic, and protozoal infections using comprehensive stool testing.

• Children’s Digestive Health
  Including reflux, constipation, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, food sensitivities, and gut-related behavioural or developmental concerns.

• Ulcerative Colitis and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
  Nutritional and functional support alongside medical care, focusing on inflammation management and nutrient optimisation.

• Coeliac Disease
  Post-diagnosis support to optimise nutrient status, gut healing, and ongoing symptom management.

• Food Sensitivities and Intolerances

  Undiagnosed food sensitivities — such as gluten, dairy, soy, or corn — can drive bloating, gas, diarrhoea, constipation, skin issues, and chronic inflammation.

• If you want to discuss your particular health concerns, discuss how we can help you, please contact us.