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Trusted Digestive Disease Specialists — Microbiome Services

Find natural, testing-guided support for complex digestive concerns through The National Candida Center, Inc. Since 1994, our comprehensive digestive health programs have focused on underlying causes—not just symptom control—using diet, lifestyle changes, natural supplements, and personalized functional medicine strategies for IBS, leaky gut, microbiome (including Candida overgrowth), and related digestive challenges.

Digestive health consultation with natural treatment planning

Our Inner Ecology microbiome services

Personalized digestive health programs focused on natural support, testing, nutrition, and root-cause wellness strategies.

IBS Treatment

A systematic Five Phase Treatment Program for irritable bowel syndrome using diet modifications, lifestyle changes, and natural supplements as alternatives to drug-only or surgery-focused approaches.

Leaky Gut Treatment

Comprehensive support for intestinal permeability using supervised natural strategies designed to strengthen digestive function, reduce triggers, and address underlying gut health imbalances over time.

Microbiome (including Candida overgrowth) Treatment

Natural care for microbiome (including Candida overgrowth) and related digestive symptoms, supported by functional medicine principles, quality-assured supplements, and personalized treatment recommendations.

Digestive health plan with supplements and nutrition guidance

Our Five Phase Digestive Process

Understand Your Digestive History

Care begins with a careful review of symptoms, health history, diet patterns, sensitivities, and prior treatment experiences so your plan reflects your unique digestive challenges rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Use Testing To Guide Care

Build A Natural Treatment Plan

Progress Through Structured Phases

Support Long-Term Healing

Trusted By Patients

Patient Success Stories

See how natural digestive care helps patients pursue lasting relief and better daily wellness.

"Professional, humane, helpful! Oh, and saved my life!"

Jennifer StJohn
Jennifer StJohn

"Dr. B turned my health around for the better. I suffered gastrointestinal distress most of my adult life when I went to see him for help. Dr. B was the first and only medical provider to assess, diagnose, and treat my gut issues successfully. Thank you, Dr. B."

Arnie Holtz
Arnie Holtz

"I’ve always been interested in holistic health, and natural remedies have truly made a difference in my life. Whether it’s herbal teas, essential oils, or supplements, I’ve found that these solutions offer gentle yet effective relief for various ailments. I love how natural remedies focus on overall wellness rather than..."

olivia robinson
olivia robinson

"Dr Bruce knows what he is talking about! I have been able to change my diet and keep it going. It does take time and I feel I'm set up to make a lasting change in my health!"

Sierra Bassett
Sierra Bassett

"I want to thank you so much for all that you have done. Since I have started the plan that you had given me, I have seen much improvement following it as best as I possibly can. There has been great improvement whereas now I can go to church with..."

Michael K.

"Hi Dr B, Thank you very much for the amazing job you and you team have done. For your support, patience, kind words and sharing, I'm forever grateful."

Eve M.

"I was stuck. Sick and stuck going no where in life. After working with Dr. B, not only did he teach me how to heal my own body he encouraged me to go back to school and not wait until I felt well. Now I graduated college, I'm a nutrition..."

Brittany Payne
Brittany Payne

"There is no doubt that Dr. B saved my life. I could hardly get out of bed when I came to him. By the end of my treatment I was in school, working, and functioning in life better than before. He helped me heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In the..."

Brittany T

"My life has been powerfully changed for the better. I went from a size 14 to a size 6, my PMS is gone, my yeast infections are gone, my skin looks better, my vitality is back and even my husband is on the program and lost 50 pounds. I haven't..."

S.M.

"This was a great source of integrated natural medicine. I was impressed with Dr B’s knowledge of functional medicine and the added support of his health coaches."

Sara Liebling
Sara Liebling

"I AM DOING WONDERFUL, I'm like NEW! The supplements have been working excellent. I no longer feel any symptoms."

David H.

"Your advice is always so sound and you are so generous to give it. Your humanity inspires me, I am ever grateful my journey led me to you. Only wish I lived closer and could utilize your acupuncture expertise as well. Thank you again for always being so sound and..."

Amanda H.

"I just wanted to let you know how amazing the session was for me yesterday. The proof was undeniable in the toilet this morning ... One should never take the expression" full of shit" for granted! It is so humbling to realize how much I am holding on to (and..."

Diana N.

"I feel great and have plenty of positive energy. Thank you so much for helping me get sorted. I am a much higher version of myself now and will never allow myself to get that low again. You have taught me so much.It seems we got pregnant 1st try."

Nina A.

"Professional, humane, helpful! Oh, and saved my life!"

Jennifer StJohn
Jennifer StJohn

"Dr. B turned my health around for the better. I suffered gastrointestinal distress most of my adult life when I went to see him for help. Dr. B was the first and only medical provider to assess, diagnose, and treat my gut issues successfully. Thank you, Dr. B."

Arnie Holtz
Arnie Holtz

"I’ve always been interested in holistic health, and natural remedies have truly made a difference in my life. Whether it’s herbal teas, essential oils, or supplements, I’ve found that these solutions offer gentle yet effective relief for various ailments. I love how natural remedies focus on overall wellness rather than..."

olivia robinson
olivia robinson

"Dr Bruce knows what he is talking about! I have been able to change my diet and keep it going. It does take time and I feel I'm set up to make a lasting change in my health!"

Sierra Bassett
Sierra Bassett

"I want to thank you so much for all that you have done. Since I have started the plan that you had given me, I have seen much improvement following it as best as I possibly can. There has been great improvement whereas now I can go to church with..."

Michael K.

"Hi Dr B, Thank you very much for the amazing job you and you team have done. For your support, patience, kind words and sharing, I'm forever grateful."

Eve M.

"I was stuck. Sick and stuck going no where in life. After working with Dr. B, not only did he teach me how to heal my own body he encouraged me to go back to school and not wait until I felt well. Now I graduated college, I'm a nutrition..."

Brittany Payne
Brittany Payne

"There is no doubt that Dr. B saved my life. I could hardly get out of bed when I came to him. By the end of my treatment I was in school, working, and functioning in life better than before. He helped me heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In the..."

Brittany T

"My life has been powerfully changed for the better. I went from a size 14 to a size 6, my PMS is gone, my yeast infections are gone, my skin looks better, my vitality is back and even my husband is on the program and lost 50 pounds. I haven't..."

S.M.

"This was a great source of integrated natural medicine. I was impressed with Dr B’s knowledge of functional medicine and the added support of his health coaches."

Sara Liebling
Sara Liebling

"I AM DOING WONDERFUL, I'm like NEW! The supplements have been working excellent. I no longer feel any symptoms."

David H.

"Your advice is always so sound and you are so generous to give it. Your humanity inspires me, I am ever grateful my journey led me to you. Only wish I lived closer and could utilize your acupuncture expertise as well. Thank you again for always being so sound and..."

Amanda H.

"I just wanted to let you know how amazing the session was for me yesterday. The proof was undeniable in the toilet this morning ... One should never take the expression" full of shit" for granted! It is so humbling to realize how much I am holding on to (and..."

Diana N.

"I feel great and have plenty of positive energy. Thank you so much for helping me get sorted. I am a much higher version of myself now and will never allow myself to get that low again. You have taught me so much.It seems we got pregnant 1st try."

Nina A.

"Professional, humane, helpful! Oh, and saved my life!"

Jennifer StJohn
Jennifer StJohn

"Dr. B turned my health around for the better. I suffered gastrointestinal distress most of my adult life when I went to see him for help. Dr. B was the first and only medical provider to assess, diagnose, and treat my gut issues successfully. Thank you, Dr. B."

Arnie Holtz
Arnie Holtz

"I’ve always been interested in holistic health, and natural remedies have truly made a difference in my life. Whether it’s herbal teas, essential oils, or supplements, I’ve found that these solutions offer gentle yet effective relief for various ailments. I love how natural remedies focus on overall wellness rather than..."

olivia robinson
olivia robinson

"Dr Bruce knows what he is talking about! I have been able to change my diet and keep it going. It does take time and I feel I'm set up to make a lasting change in my health!"

Sierra Bassett
Sierra Bassett

"I want to thank you so much for all that you have done. Since I have started the plan that you had given me, I have seen much improvement following it as best as I possibly can. There has been great improvement whereas now I can go to church with..."

Michael K.

"Hi Dr B, Thank you very much for the amazing job you and you team have done. For your support, patience, kind words and sharing, I'm forever grateful."

Eve M.

"I was stuck. Sick and stuck going no where in life. After working with Dr. B, not only did he teach me how to heal my own body he encouraged me to go back to school and not wait until I felt well. Now I graduated college, I'm a nutrition..."

Brittany Payne
Brittany Payne

"There is no doubt that Dr. B saved my life. I could hardly get out of bed when I came to him. By the end of my treatment I was in school, working, and functioning in life better than before. He helped me heal physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In the..."

Brittany T

"My life has been powerfully changed for the better. I went from a size 14 to a size 6, my PMS is gone, my yeast infections are gone, my skin looks better, my vitality is back and even my husband is on the program and lost 50 pounds. I haven't..."

S.M.

"This was a great source of integrated natural medicine. I was impressed with Dr B’s knowledge of functional medicine and the added support of his health coaches."

Sara Liebling
Sara Liebling

"I AM DOING WONDERFUL, I'm like NEW! The supplements have been working excellent. I no longer feel any symptoms."

David H.

"Your advice is always so sound and you are so generous to give it. Your humanity inspires me, I am ever grateful my journey led me to you. Only wish I lived closer and could utilize your acupuncture expertise as well. Thank you again for always being so sound and..."

Amanda H.

"I just wanted to let you know how amazing the session was for me yesterday. The proof was undeniable in the toilet this morning ... One should never take the expression" full of shit" for granted! It is so humbling to realize how much I am holding on to (and..."

Diana N.

"I feel great and have plenty of positive energy. Thank you so much for helping me get sorted. I am a much higher version of myself now and will never allow myself to get that low again. You have taught me so much.It seems we got pregnant 1st try."

Nina A.
The Natural Difference

Why Choose National Candida Center?

Choose a digestive health team focused on root causes, personalization, and natural care.

30+ Years

Formed in 1994, the center brings decades of digestive health experience.

Personalized Care

Plans are designed around each patient’s symptoms, challenges, history, and wellness goals.

Testing-Based

Treatment design uses testing insights whenever appropriate, reducing guesswork in digestive care.

Natural Options

Programs emphasize diet, supplements, and lifestyle alternatives to drugs and surgery.

Meet The Care Team

Functional digestive support rooted in natural medicine principles.

National Candida Center formed in 1994 to help people facing microbiome (including Candida overgrowth), leaky gut, IBS, toxic metal concerns, and related digestive health challenges. The center’s approach is built around natural alternatives to drugs and surgery, with individualized programs that combine diet, lifestyle changes, quality supplements, and functional medicine thinking. From its Sanford, Florida headquarters, National Candida Center serves patients seeking deeper answers for persistent digestive symptoms and food sensitivities. The vision is simple: support permanent healing rather than temporary symptom control by identifying contributing causes, strengthening digestive function, and helping patients create sustainable habits for long-term wellness.

Over 30 YearsServing digestive health patients since 1994
5.0 RatingGoogle Business Profile rating from patient reviews
Five Phase ProgramStructured natural treatment framework for digestive wellness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a digestive health specialist?

A digestive health specialist helps evaluate and manage symptoms affecting the gastrointestinal system, such as bloating, bowel changes, food sensitivities, abdominal discomfort, microbiome (including Candida overgrowth) concerns, leaky gut, and IBS. National Candida Center approaches digestive health through functional and holistic principles, using symptom history, testing when appropriate, diet changes, lifestyle support, and natural supplements to address underlying contributors.

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Still Have Digestive Health Questions?

Talk with our team about your symptoms and care options.

Trusted Care

Awards and Recognition

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Since 1994

Over 30 years in natural digestive care.

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5-Star Rated

Google rating based on patient reviews.

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FDA Certified Labs

Quality-assured supplements with contamination assay testing.

Start With A Personalized Digestive Health Conversation

Tell us about your symptoms, history, and goals. Our team will help you understand natural digestive care options and the next best step.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 407.321.1377.