Gastroparesis
What Is Gastroparesis & Why the Right Diet Matters
Gastroparesis is a digestive disorder that slows or halts the movement of food from your stomach to the small intestine. This delay can cause symptoms like bloating, nausea, early fullness, and overall digestive discomfort. If left unmanaged, gastroparesis may lead to nutrient deficiencies, blood sugar imbalances, and bacterial overgrowth such as SIBO.
At NextGeneration Nutrition, we take a personalized, root-cause approach to managing gastroparesis. Whether you need functional testing or a practical gastroparesis diet menu, we provide expert guidance to help you optimize digestion, improve gut motility, and regain control of your gut health.
Symptoms, Causes & the Power of Personalization
Common Gastroparesis Symptoms:
Several factors can slow digestion, including:
✔ Vagus nerve dysfunction – The nerve that controls stomach emptying may not function properly.
✔ Underlying health conditions – Diabetes, autoimmune diseases, thyroid imbalances, and neurological disorders.
✔ Medications – Opioids, antidepressants, and certain gastroparesis medications can slow stomach motility.
✔ Bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) – Delayed digestion can lead to fermentation and microbial imbalances.
Comprehensive Testing & Personalized Care
At NextGeneration Nutrition, we identify the root causes of gastroparesis with advanced functional testing and create customized treatment plans that include a gastroparesis-friendly diet, supplements, and lifestyle strategies.
How We Help You Feel Better
✔ Measures vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and antioxidants to identify deficiencies linked to gastroparesis diet needs.
✔ Evaluates glucose fluctuations that impact digestion and vagus nerve function.
✔ Hydrogen & Methane Breath Test – A 3-hour test to identify small intestinal bacterial overgrowth that can worsen symptoms.
✔ Comprehensive Stool Analysis – Assesses microbial balance, inflammation, and digestive enzyme function.
✔ GI Effects Test – Detects bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), Candida, and metabolic imbalances.
