Heal Your Gut Naturally
Gut health issues are often a key factor in causing many other health conditions. This is why they always check for gut issues and heal them as needed.
Sometimes gut problems are the primary complaint, and other times they are the hidden, underlying cause of other chronic conditions.
A common condition known as leaky gut can wreak havoc on your health, and give you a myriad of strange symptoms that mimic other diseases.
For 30 years our gut health doctors have been providing effective, all-natural treatments for patients from the Tampa Bay and around the world.
Our natural gastrointestinal treatment doctors are expert at resolving these issues without any drugs or medications.
Our GI Doctors Will Heal Your Gut Issues Naturally
Our GI doctors take a different approach by locating and treating the underlying causes of gut issues, rather than merely masking the symptoms.
Get healthy again by getting your gut health on point. Contact us today!
Contact LifeWorks
727-466-6789
727-451-1010
Mon – Thurs: 9:00am – 5pm
Friday: 9:00am – 4pm
Friday: 9:00am – 4pm
301 Turner Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
Clearwater, FL 33756
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Gut Healing Testimonials
09
Oct
Leaky Gut Syndrome*
My grandson, Jackson Thomas was born just before Thanksgiving in 2002 in Portland , Oregon . He was a healthy 8 1/2 lbs and of course, totally adorable. He was breastfed and s...
08
Jul
Video: Gastrointestinal Issues
Dr. Springer discusses the broad term of gastrointestinal issues, whether they be Crohn’s disease, IBS, or in patient John’s case, Ulcerative Colitis. John had suffered for ma...
21
Sep
Chronic Fatigue/Digestive Issues*
When I came to LifeWorks I had chronic fatigue and digestive issues. I have now been doing treatments for 3 weeks and have seen improvements in both areas. The powdered Colost...
18
Jan
Remarkable Journey and Such Remarkable Results*
When I first arrived at LifeWorks about a year ago, I was actually in denial regarding my chronic health problems which began over 27 years ago. I was exhausted most of the ti...
18
Jan
Karen’s Gastrointestinal Success*
I am at the beginning of my 5th week of treatment and I feel crazy good. When I started here 5 weeks ago I was in pain all over and my gut was so bad that I was doubled over. ...
19
Apr
Deb’s Mold Testimonial*
Dear Dr Minkoff,
I promised a letter and here it is!
First and foremost, thanks for curing me!
My journey began 7 years ago. I was experiencing severe hair loss, hor...
28
Jan
No More Belly Pain!*
What a momentous feeling to enjoy my last treatment at LifeWorks and BE CURED 100%! I had tried everything before coming here. I was bedridden in pain and miserable with a va...
29
Jan
Overcoming Chronic Health Challenges*
I am a 47 year old female. I suffered with chronic health challenges since age thirty-five. At age twenty-eight, I was diagnosed with Raynauds disease. This prevented me from ...
29
Jan
Gastrointestinal Success Testimonial
"I am at the beginning of my 5th week of treatment and I feel crazy good. When I started here 5 weeks ago I was in pain all over and my gut was so bad that I was doubled over....
22
Apr
Rozone Restored My Gut To Normal*
After learning the benefits of Rozone I knew I was a candidate for the treatment. Rozone kills pathogens like bacteria, parasites and yeast.
After 20 treatments I am final...
22
Apr
Fewer Crohn’s Symptoms with Rozone*
I have found that the rozone has been very beneficial.
I’ve noticed less Crohn’s symptoms since I started my treatments.
It’s a very simple procedure and painless.
Fl...
17
Aug
Persistent Digestion Issues Handled without Meds!
I had digestive issues that were persistent. My doctor told me I would be on Nexium for the rest of my life. Years later, my digestion was causing a great discomfort.
I wen...
13
Oct
Living with Lyme Disease for Over 10 Years!
“Having come to LifeWorks in Dec. 2016, I discovered I have been living with Lyme disease for over 10 years! Previously, I battled low immunity, horrible gut – digestive probl...
Common Gut Health Issues We Can Resolve
- Constipation
- Crohn’s Disease
- Diverticulitis
- Gastritis
- GERD
- Gluten Sensitivity & Celiac disease
- Hemorrhoids
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
We Prefer Non-Invasive Procedures
We prefer non-invasive diagnostics and treatments, unlike most conventional doctors who often start with invasive and sometimes unnecessary tests and procedures, such as:
- colonoscopy – inserting a lighted scope into either the patient’s rectum
- flexible sigmoidoscopy
- upper GI endoscopy
- ERCP
- endoscopic ultrasound
We Offer a Gentler More Natural Approach
You’ll have a different experience when you come for gastrointestinal treatment in Tampa Bay at LifeWorks.
We evaluate a wide range of symptoms, not just obvious ones like bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and cramps, but also fatigue, allergies, candida, and more.
Our gastrointestinal doctors perform a functional evaluation to assess the organs contributing to your symptoms, followed by a nutritional evaluation to determine if deficiencies play a role in your condition.
Finding the Cause of Your Gut Issues
We identify the underlying cause of your gut health issues using non-invasive tests and diagnostics, such as:
- Functional stool tests to evaluate gastrointestinal physiology
- Checking for gut inflammation
- Evaluating pancreatic enzyme activity
- Detecting bacterial overgrowth
- Identifying intestinal parasites
- Assessing immune status in the gut
- Evaluating gut microbiome health
Steps We Take to Fix Your Gut
Below are some of the areas we look into to heal your gut.
Gut Health and Microbiome
- Balancing the gut microbiome
- Prebiotics & probiotics to re-innoculate the gut
- Enzymes to help digestion
- Healing the gut lining
- Food allergy elimination
- Antifungals to kill off mold & yeast overgrowths
- Killing off any microbial overgrowths
Immune System and Autoimmunity
- Calming an overactive immune system
- Treating and healing autoimmunity
- Resolving any hidden infections that would have triggered autoimmunity
Nutritional and Dietary Support
- Temporary or more permanent dietary modifications
- High-quality targeted supplements to give the gut the raw materials to heal
- Supportive IVs
- Peptide therapies to speed healing of the gut
Detoxification and Infection Control
- Detoxifying any heavy metals, toxins, or chemicals
- Ozone therapy to speed the kill off of any bad bugs, microbes, etc.
- Chelation therapy as needed to speed removal of toxins
- Targeted supplements to eliminate toxins
Enhanced Healing Therapies
- Boosting mitochondrial function to optimize healing
- IV therapies to speed healing
- Thermal heat treatments
- HBOT (hyperbaric oxygen therapy) to speed healing
- PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field therapy) to speed healing
Make a Gut Health Appointment Today!
For almost 30 years, we have been successfully treating and healing all chronic gut health issues naturally, so patients can get back to living.
Contact us to find out how our powerful, all-natural approach can change your life.
Contact LifeWorks
727-466-6789
727-451-1010
Mon – Thurs: 8:45am – 5pm
Friday: 8:45am – 4pm
Friday: 8:45am – 4pm
301 Turner Street
Clearwater, FL 33756
Clearwater, FL 33756
Become A Patient
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Learn Even More About Gastrointestinal Disorders
Explore our Gut Healing FAQ for common questions and answers.
Understanding The GI Tract
The Gastrointestinal (or GI) tract actually begins in the mouth and travels all the way down through the body to the anus, running between 25 – 32 feet in length in adults. The GI tract includes:
- the oral cavity
- pharynx
- esophagus
- stomach
- the small intestine
- large intestine
- rectum
- anus
The Most Common Gastrointestinal Disorders Include:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) – occurs when the lining of the bowel becomes inflamed or damaged, causing diarrhea, abdominal pain and sometimes bleeding. Also known as spastic colon, IBS seems to be linked with food allergies, bacterial or yeast overgrowth, or nutritional deficiencies. Your gastrointestinal treatment doctor will look for specific symptoms.
- Crohn’s Disease – widely believed to be an autoimmune disease, which means the body’s immune system is literally attacking itself, in this case the GI tract. Cells invade the intestines and produce inflammation which results in ulceration and thickening of the intestinal wall, which in turn leads to painful cramps.
- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) – SIBO is a condition whereby an abnormally high level of bacteria is located in the small intestine. SIBO is a common cause of chronic diarrhea, malabsorption and nutritional deficiencies. Patients with SIBO may suffer from unintended weight loss, nutritional deficiencies, and osteoporosis. Our tummy doctors in Tampa will diagnose and treat SIBO rapidly using natural remedies.
- Ulcerative Colitis – like Crohn’s, this is identified as an autoimmune disease in which the lining of the colon becomes inflamed and develops tiny open sores, or ulcers, that produce pus and mucous. This can lead to cramps and diarrhea. Your gastrointestinal treatment doctor may recommend several categories of drugs for treating ulcerative colitis.
- GERD – is the popular name for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. This is often caused by the action of a spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter Pylori which uses its whip-like tail to burrow into the stomach or intestinal walls, causing discomfort. However, there are other additional common causes of GERD. Our experienced gastrointestinal treatment doctor can diagnose and efficiently treat GERD using alternative methods.
- Celiac Disease – is another autoimmune disease which can occur in genetically predisposed people where the ingestion of gluten (a protein found in wheat, rye and barley) leads to damage in the small intestine and means that nutrients cannot be properly absorbed.
- Leaky Gut – (also known as Increased Intestinal Permeability) When the intestinal lining becomes inflamed due to over-use of antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs, the structure of the lining can become damaged and gaps appear between the cells. This allows large particles and toxins to pass through the intestinal wall and escape into the body. Our gastrointestinal treatment in Tampa can treat leaky gut naturally.
- Diverticulitis – often caused by a low-fiber diet. Without fiber, the colon has to work harder than normal to push the stool forward which can cause pouches to form in weak spots along the colon. Diverticulitis happens when feces get trapped in the pouches, leading to inflammation or infection. Our gastrointestinal treatment Tampa can prescribe several treatment protocols to rapidly heal diverticulitis.
Symptoms of Common Gut Conditions
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Symptoms
IBS is defined as abdominal pain or discomfort, along with a changed bowel habit (such as diarrhea or constipation), for 3 months or more. Symptoms include:
- Sharp stomach pain and cramps
- Stomach gas and bloating
- Alternating diarrhea and constipation
- Mucus in the stool
- Feeling of nausea after eating
Crohn’s Disease Symptoms
The most common areas affected by Crohn’s disease are the last part of the small intestine called the ileum and the colon. Crohn’s disease symptoms can range from mild to severe and may develop gradually or come on suddenly, without warning, and may include:
- Diarrhea, due to excess fluid secreted by the intestine
- Abdominal pain and cramping due to portions of the intestinal wall swelling and thickening with scar tissue
- Blood in the stool caused by food passing through inflamed portions of the bowel
- Ulcers which can grow through the intestinal walls and can cause severe pain
- Reduced appetite and weight loss can be caused by severe cramping which can also prevent digestion and absorption of food
Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms
This condition only affects the lining of the colon and no other part of the GI tract, but this does not make the symptoms any less severe than other gastrointestinal disorders. Common symptoms our GI doctor will look for are:
- Loose bowel movements which may become increasingly urgent
- Abdominal pain and blood in the stool
- Bad cramps and rectal pain
- An inability to move the bowel despite the urge to do so
GERD Symptoms
Symptoms of GERD are classic stomach ulcer symptoms including:
- A strong burning sensation
- Intense pain in the mid-upper abdomen
- Difficulty staying asleep in the early morning
- Abnormal hunger
Celiac Disease Symptoms
The symptoms of Celiac disease are more varied than those of other gastrointestinal disorders and can affect many parts of the body. They include:
- Arthritis
- Fatigue
- Bone or joint pain
- Anemia
- Depression or anxiety
- Migraines
- Disruption of the menstrual cycle
- Itchy skin rash
Leaky Gut Symptoms
As with celiac disease symptoms, leaky gut can affect many areas of the body and symptoms our tummy doctors Tampa will look for may include:
- Stomach gas and bloating
- Seasonal allergies or asthma
- Hormone imbalances
- Diagnosis of an autoimmune disease
- Diagnosis of chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia
- Anxiety or depression
- Skin issues
- Diagnosis of candida
- Food allergies
- And many more
Diverticulitis Symptoms
Diverticulitis symptoms may last from a few hours to several days and may include:
- Stomach pain, usually in the left lower side
- Bloating and stomach gas
- Fever and chills
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Nausea and vomiting
- Lack of appetite
Doctors’ Videos on Gastrointestinal Disease
What is Leaky Gut?
Dr. Minkoff Interviewed on Gut Health
GERD Explained
Common Gastrointestinal Ailments & Treatments
07
Nov
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment (HBOT)
HBOT is a powerful, natural therapy that saturates the
body with 14x's more oxygen to greatly enhance healing.
Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatmen...
20
Apr
Gut Dysbiosis Treatment
Many people don’t realize how important gut flora balance is to the health of the entire body. For example, did you know that about 70-80% of the body’s immune system is in th...
21
Oct
Gastrointestinal Discomfort & Foods Allergies
Food allergies or food intolerances affect a huge percentage of the population but most people manage the symptoms of their food allergy by avoiding the food(s) in question, o...
21
Oct
What is GERD?
GERD is the popular name for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or heartburn. This is often caused by the action of a spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter Pylori which use...
21
Oct
What is Diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is often caused by a low-fiber diet. Without fiber, the colon has to work harder than normal to push the stool forward which can cause pouches to form in weak s...
21
Oct
Colitis: What is It?
Colitis, sometimes referred to as ulcerative colitis, is identified as an autoimmune disease in which the lining of the colon becomes inflamed and develops tiny open sores, or...
21
Oct
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Natural Treatment for IBS
IBS stands for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and describes a condition of the gastrointestinal tract where the lining becomes irritated, inflamed, or dam...
21
Oct
Crohn’s Disease Treatment
Suffering from Crohn's disease? Looking for a way to resolve this condition naturally? We can help! We've been treating Crohn's disease naturally for 25 years. We have learned...
21
Oct
Leaky Gut Treatment
What is Leaky Gut Syndrome?
Leaky gut syndrome (also known as increased intestinal permeability) is a term used by experienced leaky gut doctors in Tampa to describe the cond...
21
Oct
Stomach Pain, Causes & Treatment
Stomach pain is very common and almost everyone will experience some form of stomach pain in their lifetime. Stomach pain can vary from mild to severe and may be present for a...
21
Oct
Diarrhea, Its Causes & Treatment
Most people are familiar with the signs of diarrhea – they include bowel movements (often very frequent) with stools which are loose and watery. Diarrhea is fairly common and ...
21
Oct
Heartburn Symptoms & Treatment
Heartburn is a burning chest pain, just behind the breastbone. Occasional heartburn is a fairly common digestive complaint which often accompanies indigestion, and 20% of Amer...
21
Oct
Indigestion Symptoms & Treatment
Indigestion is rarely a solitary condition but more usually a sign or symptom of another condition, such as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) ulcers, or gallbladder disea...
14
Jul
SIBO – Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth
Article Summary:
SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) is a subtype of a gut dysbiosis in which the small intestine has an abnormally large number of bacteria, cha...
