Patients come to our clinic for help with symptoms such as heartburn, gas & bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Dr. Hardy’s immediate goal is to help them feel better by identifying which foods may be contributing to their symptoms and prescribing a treatment plan to restore optimal function. Common diagnosis include acid reflux, Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Celiac Disease, Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity, SIBO or other microbial imbalance of the large intestine.

The long-term goal is to optimize the microbiome to ensure patients have adequate beneficial bacteria required for systemic health, specifically important for brain, cardiovascular, hormonal & immune health. Dr. Hardy may recommend either food sensitivity testing or a comprehensive stool test to look for underlying causes. Treatment is often focused on eliminating potentially pathogenic bacteria, yeast or parasites which cause inflammation and contribute to uncomfortable symptoms. Equally important, Dr. Hardy will give recommendations to heal the intestinal mucosal lining and increase gut immunity.