IBS & SIBO Care in Lethbridge · Chinese Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture
Bloating. Unpredictable bowels. Your gut runs the day.
IBS or diagnosed SIBO? Get a personal plan with Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture in Lethbridge. Virtual herbal care available across Alberta.
Which type of IBS do you have?
Different bowel patterns. Different care needs.
IBS-C
Constipation
Days without going. Hard stools. Bloating that builds through the day.
Your plan focuses on: easier, more regular bowel movements.
IBS-D
Diarrhea
Urgency after meals. Loose stools. Checking for bathrooms before making plans.
Your plan focuses on: less urgency and more predictable days.
IBS-M
Mixed
Constipated one week. Rushing to the bathroom the next.
Your plan focuses on: both patterns, adjusting as symptoms change.
Don't fit neatly into one type? Start with what you're experiencing.
Similar symptoms. Different conditions. Care that recognizes both.
IBS affects how your gut functions and communicates with your brain, causing recurring pain, constipation, diarrhea, or both. Normal tests don't make those symptoms any less real.
SIBO involves excess bacteria in the small intestine. It can cause similar bloating, discomfort, and bowel changes, but it needs its own assessment. Having IBS doesn't automatically mean you have SIBO.
We also address your:
- Acid reflux and heartburn
- Fullness and indigestion after small meals
- Anxiety, stress and low mood
- Poor sleep and fatigue that never quite lifts
- Painful periods or PMS, with IBS flaring at certain points in your cycle
- Headaches or migraines
Herbs, acupuncture and food, working together
- Custom blended herbal formulas, made for you and adjusted as your symptoms change.
- Acupuncture for cramping, pain and the stress that so often sets IBS off.
- Diet changes that fit your type of IBS. Practical guidance that fits your meals and routine.
A clear plan, built specifically for you.
Herbs selected for you, checked against your medications, and adjusted as symptoms change.
Regular check-ins with someone who knows your history. Clear next steps when something isn't helping.
Less of your day spent thinking about your gut.
What we're working toward
Progress you can notice in daily life:
- Less bloating and cramping
- Less cramping before bowel movements
- More regular, predictable bowel movements
- Fewer urgent trips to the bathroom
- Less acid reflux
- Less anxiety and stress, and a better overall mood
Results vary. We'll review your progress honestly at each check-in.
This is for the woman who's ready to do the work
Lasting change takes more than a pill. Our approach is a good fit if you're ready to:
- Take your herbs consistently
- Make diet and lifestyle changes that fit your type of IBS
- Come to regular appointments and check-ins
- Tell us honestly what's working and what isn't
If that sounds like you, we'd love to talk.
Book Your Digestive AssessmentYour next three steps
Clear options. Regular support. A plan we review together.
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Book your digestive assessment
45 minutes to review your history, discuss options, and get clear pricing. Start care within 14 days and your assessment fee comes off your plan.
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Start your personal plan
Based on your assessment, your plan may include:
- Custom herbal formulas
- Acupuncture for pain and stress reduction
- Personal dietary guidance
- Sleep and lifestyle guidance
- Weekly check-ins and formula adjustments
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Review and adjust
Track what's changing, adjust what's needed, and work toward less ongoing treatment.
Questions
Do I need an IBS diagnosis to book?
No, you don't need a diagnosis to work with us. However, if you have any warning signs, please be evaluated by your medical doctor before starting care. These include blood in your stool or black stools, unexplained weight loss, a fever, ongoing vomiting, symptoms that wake you up at night, new bowel changes after age 50, or a family history of colon cancer, celiac disease or inflammatory bowel disease.
Can I keep taking my medications?
Yes. We work alongside your doctor, and we check every formula against what you're already taking.
Can I do this virtually?
Yes. Outside the Lethbridge area, we offer video consultations and herb shipping across Alberta. Acupuncture is in person.
How much does treatment cost?
Please see our booking site for appointment fees. Most patients invest $300 to $750 per month over several months. Herbal pricing follows your assessment; plan patients receive discounted acupuncture. Check your benefits for acupuncture coverage.
Do you direct bill insurance?
No. We provide itemized receipts for you to submit. Coverage depends on your plan.
Are your herbs tested?
Yes, all of the herbal medicine that we prescribe to our patients undergoes rigorous third party testing for heavy metals, pesticides, and other contaminants. All sourced herbs come with a Certificate of Analysis, and are approved by Health Canada.
You don't have to figure out the next step alone.
Book a 45-minute assessment. Get clear options and a plan before deciding.
Book Your Digestive AssessmentBy video, anywhere in Alberta
Mon, Fri: 9 am to 5 pm
Tue, Wed: 10 am to 3:30 pm
Thu: 9 am to 3:30 pm
Sat, Sun: Closed