Dr. Daniel Ricciardi

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*I help people get rid of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) so they can enjoy eating and working out again
*Doctor of Pharmacy
*Founder of Bloat Blocker
https://bluorchardwellness.com/

09/02/2026

Breakdown of each 👇

Digestive aids (digestive enzymes, betaine HCl, ACV, ox bile, bitters): Support the mechanical/chemical breakdown of food when native digestive output is insufficient - enzymes for macronutrient breakdown, betaine HCl and ACV for low stomach acid, ox bile for fat emulsification, bitters to stimulate overall secretory response via the mouth-to-gut reflex.

Probiotics (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, S. boulardii, Bacillus): Introduce or support beneficial/commensal organisms to compete with pathogens, modulate immune response, and produce metabolites - species vary by use case.

Prebiotics/fiber (psyllium, PHGG, inulin, FOS): Non-digestible substrates that feed beneficial bacteria and/or add bulk, although fermentable ones (inulin, FOS) can be double-edged in SIBO/IMO since they also feed overgrowth; PHGG tends to be better tolerated.

Postbiotics (butyrate, propionate): End-product short-chain fatty acids from bacterial fermentation - butyrate in particular is the preferred fuel for colonocytes and supports gut barrier integrity and anti-inflammatory signaling, delivered directly rather than relying on fermentation to produce them.

Mucilaginous herbs (slippery elm, DGL, marshmallow root, aloe vera): mucus-forming ingredients which can be beneficial for gastritis and general GI lining irritation.

Carminative herbs (fennel, ginger, peppermint): Relax GI smooth muscle and reduce spasm, easing gas, bloating, and cramping - peppermint oil specifically has trial data in IBS via antispasmodic action.

Gut barrier support (glutamine, colostrum, vitamin D): Broader category targeting the structural and immune integrity of the intestinal lining itself — glutamine fuels enterocyte repair, colostrum supplies immunoglobulins and growth factors (IGF-1, TGF-β) that support tight junction function and mucosal immunity, and vitamin D regulates tight junction protein expression and modulates local immune response.

Mucoprotectants (xyloglucan + pea protein - Bloat Blocker ): Form a physical, adherent barrier over the intestinal mucosa that protects against irritants and toxins post-meal, mechanistically distinct from mucilaginous herbs.

Recents
08/31/2026

Recents

08/28/2026

Same food. Different day. Different result.

If that sounds familiar, you don’t have a food problem, you have a gut problem.

Restricting further won’t fix an inconsistent gut. It just shrinks your world while the actual issue (motility, bacterial overgrowth, an irritated gut lining) goes untreated.

Your gut should handle the same meal the same way, practically every time. If it doesn’t, something else is probably going on.

08/26/2026

6 ways to fix IBS 👇

1. Choose simple, whole foods. Stick to foods with minimal (or zero) added ingredients. Fewer additives means less work for your gut, easier digestion, and often noticeably fewer symptoms right away. Start here before trying anything else.

2. Relax before meals. Digestion runs on your parasympathetic (“rest and digest”) nervous system, so eating while stressed or rushed works against you. Take a few slow breaths, sit down, and give your body a calm signal that it’s safe to digest.

3. Eat mindfully. Chew thoroughly, skip chugging liquids with meals, and stop before you’re stuffed. This reduces the workload on your gut and helps prevent bloating and discomfort after eating.

4. Try digestive support. Apple cider vinegar, ox bile, or digestive enzymes can help, especially if you’re low in stomach acid, bile, or enzyme production, or if you tend to eat while stressed (which blunts your natural digestive output).

5. Keep up with your regular doctor visits. Get your labs done, request scans if they’re covered, and follow up on anything notable. Ruling out serious causes with your doctor should always come before self-treating.

6. Dig deeper if symptoms persist. A stool test, SIBO breath test, or parasite panel can help uncover root causes that basic steps alone won’t fix.

08/19/2026

Trust me

08/06/2026

Chicken Brine Instructions 👇

1. Add ½  cup salt and ½ gallon water in a large bowl. Stir to dissolve salt.
2. Add in chicken (any type works - breast, thigh, wings)
3. Cover and put in fridge for 24-48 hours (I do 48 hours for more juicy chicken)
4. Remove from fridge, pat dry, season and cook any way you want (I bake whole breasts at 425 degrees for about 40 minutes. Thighs at 425 degrees for about 55 minutes or until skin gets crispy). 

Brining the chicken will help help it retain moisture, making it very juicy and tender. No stringy chicken that is hard to chew. 

Brining also makes it very difficult to overcook (I’ve forgotten about it in the oven and cooked it 20 extra minutes…wouldn’t recommend this, but it still tasted great).

👉Save this for the next time you make chicken.

08/03/2026

IBS doesn’t just mess with your gut, it can rearrange your whole day.

You start planning meals around plans, not the other way around. A dinner invite isn’t just “what should I wear,” it’s

-what did I eat today
-what can I get away with today
-how many hours buffer do I need before I’m sitting at that table.

Food becomes something to manage instead of enjoy. You’re not thinking about what sounds good, you’re thinking about what’s safe. 

Anxiety creeps in before you sit down at the table. 
If you’re lucky, you get through the meal, and don’t feel bloated or need to use the bathroom until you get home.

As someone who dealt with this for many years, I get it.
Some days are ok, but other days it’s like c’mon.

👇Tell me you have IBS without telling me you have IBS

07/31/2026

Been diagnosed with IBS? Do this 👇

Step 1 👇

Choose simple, whole foods: Stick to foods with minimal (or zero) added ingredients. They’re easier to digest and often reduce symptoms right away. Do this first before anything else.

If this doesn’t help, go to step 2.

Step 2. Relax before meals: Avoid eating while stressed. Being in a calm state while eating helps big-time with digestion.

If this doesn’t help, go to step 3.

Step 3. Eat mindfully: Chew thoroughly, avoid chugging liquids with meals, and stop before you’re stuffed.

If this doesn’t help, go to step 4.

Step 4. Try digestive support: Apple cider vinegar, ox bile, or digestive enzymes sometimes can help, especially if you are deficient in one or more of these (or are always stressed when you eat).

If this doesn’t help, go to step 5.

Step 5. Make and go to your regular doctors appointments: Get your labs done. Get scans if covered by insurance.  Address any notable findings.  Rule out anything serious with your doctor. 

If this doesn’t help, go to step 6.

Step 6. Dig deeper: If symptoms persist, do a stool test, check for SIBO, parasites, and other root causes.

Save this post to come back to.

07/21/2026

Step 1 👇

Choose simple, whole foods: Stick to foods with minimal (or zero) added ingredients. They’re easier to digest and often reduce symptoms right away. Do this first before anything else.

If this doesn’t help, go to step 2.

Step 2. Relax before meals: Avoid eating while stressed. Being in a calm state while eating helps big-time with digestion.

If this doesn’t help, go to step 3.

Step 3. Eat mindfully: Chew thoroughly, avoid chugging liquids with meals, and stop before you’re stuffed.

If this doesn’t help, go to step 4.

Step 4. Try digestive support: Apple cider vinegar, ox bile, or digestive enzymes sometimes can help, especially if you are deficient in one or more of these (or are always stressed when you eat).

If this doesn’t help, go to step 5.

Step 5. Make and go to your regular doctors appointments: Get your labs done. Get scans if covered by insurance.  Address any notable findings.  Rule out anything serious with your doctor. 

If this doesn’t help, go to step 6.

Step 6. Dig deeper: If symptoms persist, do a stool test, check for SIBO, parasites, and other root causes.

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