IBS Nutrition Podcast by The IBS Dietitian

Send a text Living with IBS can slowly take over your life — your food choices, your confidence, and your ability to travel or socialize. For Sarah, it meant extreme food restriction, canceled trips, significant weight loss, and being told by providers that her symptoms were “just stress.” In this episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, Sarah shares her honest IBS journey — from being dismissed and not getting the right medical testing, to finally being heard, rebuilding her nutrition, and reclaiming her life. Sarah lived with debilitating abdominal pain, diarrhea up to eight to ten times per day, nausea, vomiting, food fear, and significant weight loss for nearly a year. Despite following restrictive diets, eliminating major food groups, and even undergoing gallbladder removal, her symptoms continued to worsen. In this episode, Sarah shares what finally helped her heal, why IBS recovery is not always fast, and how personalized care and advocacy changed everything. This conversation highlights an often overlooked truth. IBS healing is not linear, and longer recovery timelines are common, especially in severe or complex cases. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ What severe and long standing IBS symptoms can look like ✔️ Why extreme food restriction and elimination diets can worsen IBS over time ✔️ How lack of proper testing can delay accurate diagnosis and treatment ✔️ The role of stress, anxiety, and the gut brain connection in IBS symptoms ✔️ Why working with an IBS trained dietitian matters ✔️ How structured food journaling and reintroduction rebuild confidence with food ✔️ What life looks like after IBS symptoms improve, including eating out and traveling ✔️ Sarah’s advice for people who feel stuck, dismissed, or afraid to eat Timestamps: [00:00] When Sarah’s IBS symptoms began [03:52] Weight loss, malnutrition, and feeling dismissed by providers [06:01] Extreme food restriction and ongoing symptoms [08:01] Why general diet advice was not enough [11:02] Diets tried before joining the program [13:10] Gallbladder removal and unanswered questions [14:12] Missing medical testing and advocating for care [20:43] Stress, journaling, and symptom patterns [26:45] Eating out again and rebuilding confidence [28:10] Travel, volunteering, and life after IBS Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text In this inspiring episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, dietitian Jessie Wong sits down with Lauren, a former client who struggled with both IBS and microscopic colitis, a form of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. After years of symptoms like diarrhea, urgency, bloating, and food anxiety, Lauren found lasting relief through the IBS Freedom Program. You'll hear how Lauren went from trying elimination diets, food fear, and naturopathic treatments (SIBO Protocol & herbal supplements) to working with GI specialists and dietitians who finally helped her get the right diagnosis. With expert guidance, personalized food tracking, and targeted reintroductions, she’s now symptom-free — and no longer fears leaving the house. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ Lauren’s experience navigating IBS, microscopic colitis (IBD), and SIBO ✔️ Why restrictive elimination diets and herbal supplements weren’t the solution ✔️ How food tracking and journaling revealed hidden triggers ✔️ The difference between raw vs. cooked onions and garlic for IBS symptoms ✔️ How the IBS Freedom Program restored her food freedom and quality of life ✔️ Lifestyle tools that reduced anxiety, improved bowel habits, and stopped flare-ups ✔️ Lauren’s advice for people with IBS who feel stuck after years of guesswork Timestamps: [00:00] Intro & IBS Freedom Program details [03:03] Microscopic colitis diagnosis after years of misdiagnosis [06:36] GI appointment frustration and lack of support [07:35] What made the IBS Freedom Program different [10:24] Food challenges and safe reintroduction [13:37] Why you shouldn’t cut FODMAPs forever [15:42] Lifestyle challenges that helped reduce IBS anxiety [18:17] Cutting back on supplements safely [21:16] Lauren’s advice: be patient, work with professionals [21:46] 1-year transformation: from stuck at home to symptom-free Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text In this solo episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, dietitian and gut health expert Jessie Wong dives into one of the most frustrating parts of IBS: the unpredictability. If you’re tired of guessing games, stuck in elimination diets, or noticing “safe” foods still trigger flare-ups, this episode is for you. Jessie shares the three biggest reasons IBS feels confusing and unmanageable—and while food can be a trigger, it’s rarely the whole story. Symptoms are often tied to: Slow gut motility (especially in IBS-C) Overflow diarrhea (constipation masking as diarrhea) Stress and nervous system dysregulation Lifestyle habits like poor sleep, dehydration, or inconsistent routines Understanding your root cause is key. One client, Kathy, thought she had IBS-D, but tracking revealed overflow diarrhea from severe constipation. Once that and her food triggers were resolved, her symptoms disappeared. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why symptoms don’t appear randomly ✔️ Mistakes that keep IBS sufferers stuck in food fear ✔️ How overflow diarrhea is often misdiagnosed as IBS-D ✔️ Why lifestyle—not food—may be the culprit ✔️ A structured 3-step plan to uncover triggers ✔️ Real client stories from chaos to clarity Timestamps: [00:00] Welcome + intro [01:06] Why symptoms aren’t random [02:14] Guessing = anxiety + confusion [04:33] What actually works [07:09] Sharon’s story: fear → freedom [12:03] Not all symptoms are food-related [14:16] Gut-brain axis + stress [15:39] Lindsay’s story: lifestyle triggers [18:10] Symptom tracking [20:25] Kathy’s story: wrong IBS type [22:46] Where to start (tools + resources) [23:53] What doesn’t work [24:52] What does work: plan + support [27:19] The IBS Freedom Program [28:23] Can you cure IBS? [29:15] Mercedes' story: restriction → reintroduction [31:08] Final takeaways + masterclass invite Resources Mentioned: Episode 1: IBS Explained: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Getting Relief Episode 7: IBS Success Story: How Mercedes Overcame Chronic Diarrhea & Misdiagnosis Episode 13. IBS Success Story: How Lindsey Stopped Diarrhea & Took Back Her Life (Without Extreme Diets) Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text Struggling with IBS symptoms, chronic diarrhea, but getting nowhere fast? In this episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, Dr. Laura shares her incredible journey from five years of daily gut distress to total relief—in just four months—after joining the IBS Freedom Program. Despite being a medical professional, Laura spent nearly 5 years trying to navigate IBS with diarrhea, digestive flare-ups, and endless food fear on her own. She worked with her GI, tried different diets, and kept searching for answers—until finally, with expert support, everything changed. Within 4 months, she had a SIBO diagnosis, pinpointed her IBS triggers, and broke free from the cycle of flare-ups, food anxiety, and bathroom mapping. Now? She’s back to doing what she loves—traveling, cycling, hiking—and living life without digestive symptoms holding her back. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ Why long-term diarrhea is more than just an inconvenience ✔ How SIBO was finally diagnosed and treated after 5 years of being missed ✔ What made the low FODMAP diet feel doable and not restrictive ✔ The role of community and expert support in lasting IBS relief ✔ How she reintroduced foods with confidence—and handled known triggers ✔ The difference between guessing alone vs. guided gut health support Timestamps: [00:00] Welcome & intro to Dr. Laura’s IBS journey [02:01] Background and symptom history [03:26] Living with 12–15 bouts of diarrhea per day [04:40] Getting a definitive SIBO diagnosis [05:04] Finding the IBS Freedom Program [07:36] Low FODMAP diet: why expert guidance matters [10:23] What finally helped: step-by-step treatment [17:28] What helped the most: guidance + group support [21:14] Life now: symptom-free, travelling, confident [25:18] Laura’s top 3 tips for IBS sufferers [28:46] Self-paced course and accessible support options 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text Imagine getting a perfectly clean bill of health from your doctor — yet still battling painful bloating, urgency, and daily bathroom anxiety. That was Kimberly’s reality for years… until she finally uncovered her one true IBS food trigger. In this episode, IBS dietitian Jessie Wong talks with Kimberly, a former client who spent over a decade navigating IBS-D symptoms — including severe diarrhea, mucus, inflammation, food fear, and even 2am bathroom trips — without real answers. Despite multiple colonoscopies, blood tests, and visits with GI doctors. In this inspiring IBS success story, Kimberly shares how she went from food fear, late-night Google searches, and even paying for her own hotel room to hide her symptoms — to finally uncovering her unique IBS triggers and finding freedom with daily regularity, food freedom, and the confidence to travel, eat out, and enjoy life again. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ Kimberly’s 10+ year IBS journey, including urgency, bloating, and inflammation ✔️ Why multiple GI doctors and clean colonoscopies didn’t provide answers ✔️ How poop photos and food tracking revealed her real trigger ✔️ The role of expert dietitian support in safe reintroduction and food freedom ✔️ Kimberly’s advice for anyone stuck on the low FODMAP diet Timestamps: [00:00] Kimberly’s IBS symptoms and early history [05:16] 3 GI doctors, tests, and no clear answers [08:15] Discovering the FODMAP diet [15:59] Life after finding her trigger [20:13] Dining out and travelling with IBS [22:03] Reintroducing foods and long-term success [30:00] How IBS affected her daily life [38:51] Advice for others with IBS-D Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text What does your stool say about your gut health? In this episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, Jessie Wong breaks down the Bristol Stool Chart, real stool photo references, and the little-known IBS pattern known as overflow diarrhea. You'll also uncover the root cause of your symptoms and why many people are misdiagnosed with IBS-D when they’re actually constipated. Whether you're dealing with urgency, irregularity, or just not sure what's normal, this episode will help you decode what your poop is trying to tell you—and how it could hold the key to true IBS relief. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ The 7 stool types on the Bristol Stool Chart and what they mean ✔️ What different stool colors say about your gut and digestion ✔️ What overflow diarrhea really is (and how it’s often misdiagnosed) ✔️ 3 real client stories that reveal how looking at poop changes everything Timestamps: [00:00] Why poop isn’t gross [02:17] What poop is made of and why it matters [03:25] Kinsey’s story: misdiagnosed with diarrhea, actually constipated [04:34] How to assess your stool + visual library [06:52] Stool types 1–7 explained [08:48] Stool color and what it tells us [10:50] Joe’s story: medication-induced fat malabsorption [15:29] Overflow diarrhea explained [17:20] Kathy’s story: years of misdiagnosis & food fear [21:35] Why many IBS-D cases are actually constipation [22:41] Recap & how to track your poop like a pro [23:56] The story behind creating PoopPedia [24:57] Final message: use your poop as a tool, not something to fear ⭐ Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of food fear, daily urgency, and digestive uncertainty, this episode will give you hope. Jessie sits down with Mariela, a past IBS Freedom Program client who went from years of unpredictable diarrhoea and anxiety to having regular bowel movements, a calm mind, and full confidence in her food choices. Together they unpack what it was like for Mariela to live with undiagnosed IBS for nearly a decade, why food elimination on her own didn’t work, and how working with a dietitian in a structured group program finally gave her clarity and symptom relief that lasted. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ How Mariela managed travel anxiety and urgent bathroom needs ✔️ Why her trigger wasn’t solved with random food elimination ✔️ What the trigger identification process actually looked like ✔️ How she reintroduced dairy, garlic, onions (and got her life back) ✔️ Why group support helped her feel understood and less alone ✔️ What life looks like now: travel, food freedom, regularity Timestamps: [00:00] Intro: Meet Mariela and her IBS story [03:06] Symptoms: Urgency, diarrhoea & migraine history [05:36] When testing failed & IBS was diagnosed [08:03] The turning point: Travel anxiety & finding Jessie [09:22] First appointment: feeling hope again [12:18] Group program benefits & tracking progress [16:22] The trigger identification process explained [18:06] Reintroducing dairy, garlic & onions [21:49] Learning from poop (yes, really) [24:12] Life now: freedom, planning, and confidence [26:36] Mariela’s message for others with IBS 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text Struggling with constipation, diarrhea, or hemorrhoids—and not sure why? In this gut health deep dive, Jessie Wong is joined by colorectal surgeon and Constipation Nation author Dr. Carmen Fong to unpack the real reasons your IBS symptoms might still be flaring up, even when you're doing “everything right.” In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ What GLP-1 meds are really doing to your digestion ✔️ Constipation fixes that actually work (food, fibre, hydration & more) ✔️ The truth about hemorrhoids, fissures & rectal health ✔️ Why poop stigma leads to misdiagnosis and late treatment ✔️ Which gut health trends to skip (microbiome tests, detoxes, etc.) ✔️ How to know if your symptoms are food or lifestyle related Timestamps: [00:00] Meet Dr. Carmen Fong [03:41] GLP-1 medications & affect on gut [11:06] Breaking stigma on poop [19:15] Relieve constipation without meds [21:18] Hemorrhoids, fissures & rectal health [33:47] Debunking myths: gut microbiome tests, food sensitivity tests [53:04] The low FODMAP diet [59:51] Colon cleanses, detoxes & intermittent fasting [01:07:01] How restriction leads to food obsession [01:12:28] Final thoughts – trust your gut, advocate for better health Resources Mentioned: Episode 15 Episode 6 Episode 17 www.carmenfong.com Instagram: Dr. Carmen Fong Get Dr. Carmen Fong’s book https://carmenfong.com/best-gut-health-book ⭐ Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text In this episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Ali Navidi — a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology — to explore how the gut-brain connection drives IBS symptoms, and how targeted psychological treatment can lead to lasting relief. We dive into what the gut-brain axis really is (without the medical jargon), when to seek support from a GI psychologist, and how tools like gut-directed CBT and clinical hypnosis can break the vicious cycle of symptom-anxiety-symptom. Whether you’ve been told “it’s all in your head” or you’re feeling stuck after trying diet changes alone, this episode will show you that IBS relief is possible with the right care team. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ What the gut-brain axis is and how it fuels IBS symptoms ✔ Why IBS isn’t “just in your head” (and how to break the shame cycle) ✔ How treatment works: CBT, hypnotherapy, and tailored assessment ✔ Dr. Navidi’s top 3 actionable tips to calm your gut and mind right now Timestamps: [00:00] Welcome & intro to Dr. Ali Navidi [01:32] What is the gut-brain connection? [04:18] Why IBS isn’t "just in your head" [09:39] When to seek GI psych support [13:01] How assessments & treatment work [15:39] Gut-directed CBT vs. clinical hypnosis [21:07] Dr. Navidi’s 3 actionable steps for symptom relief [26:05] Final message to IBS sufferers [27:36] How to access more support Resources Mentioned: Dr Navidi Website: gipsychology.com GI Psychology Instagram: https://instagram.com/gipsychusa Dr Navidi Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gipsychology/posts 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text In this episode, host Jessie Wong talks with Stacy, a past client who struggled with severe diarrhea, fatigue, and cramps due to IBS for over a decade. Discover how they worked together to identify Stacy IBS triggers and avoid unnecessary elimination diets, leading to complete symptom relief in just four weeks. Learn about why not everyone with IBS needs a low FODMAP diet and how proper symptom tracking and evidence-based guidance can transform your gut health journey. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ Stacy’s battle with IBS symptoms since teenage years ✔ Using Tums and Imodium – temporary fixes that didn’t solve the root issue ✔ How Stacy’s GI doctor and working with a dietitian fit together ✔ The trigger identification process (no low FODMAP required) ✔ Life after IBS: freedom, symptom control, and no more bathroom emergencies ✔ Stacy’s top advice: Don’t DIY restrictive diets – work with a pro Timestamps: [00:00] Meet Stacy and her IBS journey [02:38] Life before IBS: symptoms since teenage years [04:14] Stacy’s daily struggle: diarrhea, cramps, and exhaustion [07:33] Managing symptoms: Tums, Imodium, and frustration [12:43] Deciding to work with a dietitian for real answers [17:52] The truth about low FODMAP diets (and why Stacy didn’t need it) [22:49] How we pinpointed Stacy’s food triggers without going low FODMAP [28:10] Life today: symptom-free and confident [29:43] Stacy’s advice for anyone with IBS Resources Mentioned: Ep 18 With Bailey Hanna Ep 6 With Dr Andrea Love 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text Confused about probiotics and IBS? You're not alone. In this episode, Jessie Wong sits down with IBS dietitian Bailey Hanna, founder of IBSProbiotics.org, to break down the myths, the marketing, and the actual science behind probiotic use for IBS. Bailey shares the truth about what probiotics can (and can't) do, how to tell if you're a good candidate, and why "gut health" isn't a reason to reach for just any supplement. Plus, you'll hear her 5-step framework for safely and effectively trialing a probiotic based on your specific IBS symptoms. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ What probiotics actually are (and what they aren’t) ✔ The difference between probiotics, prebiotics, postbiotics, and synbiotics ✔ Red flags to watch for in the supplement aisle ✔ A 5-step probiotic strategy for IBS patients Timestamps: [00:00] Welcome & intro to Bailey Hanna, RD [01:27] What is a probiotic? [02:34] Prebiotics, synbiotics & postbiotics explained [09:06] Quality & quantity of probiotic research in IBS [16:00] Do you need probiotics for gut health? [23:24] Introducing IBSProbiotics.org [28:05] 5-step framework for choosing probiotics wisely [42:08] What to look for in third-party testing [55:00] The truth about gut microbiome testing Resources Mentioned: 🧠 IBS Probiotic Evidence Database https://ibsprobiotics.org 🔍 Probiotic Product Finder https://probioticfinder.org 🌐 ISAPP https://isappscience.org 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian. Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text What happens when food fear and diarrhea take over your life—even after trying the low FODMAP diet? In this episode, Jessie Wong chats with former client Kathy about her journey with post-infectious IBS, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). You’ll hear how Kathy went from daily diarrhea and food anxiety to 90–95% symptom-free—thanks to personalized guidance, SIBO treatment, and uncovering true food intolerances. This episode is packed with real talk on delayed reactions, grief around food, and the trial-and-error process that leads to healing. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ How post-infectious IBS and food poisoning triggered Kathy’s symptoms ✔ What non-celiac gluten sensitivity actually looks like in real life ✔ Why food tracking, SIBO testing, and reintroduction phases matter ✔ How to navigate delayed symptoms and build confidence around food again Timestamps: [0:00] Meet Kathy + her background as a cook, artist, and restaurant owner [3:33] The food poisoning that triggered relentless diarrhea [5:00] Going low FODMAP solo—and why it didn’t work [8:12] Discovering hidden gluten, oats, and real food intolerances [13:45] Treating SIBO and rebuilding gut health [19:43] FODMAP reintroduction and the importance of moderation [23:10] How Kathy travels and eats out safely now [27:11] Recognizing delayed gluten reactions + grieving food loss [31:00] What recovery looks like 1 year later (hint: 90–95% symptom-free!) [38:53] Final words of encouragement + advice for others still struggling Resources mentioned in this episode: 🎓 Free IBS Relief Masterclass – Learn our 3-step approach to managing IBS: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources IBS Nutrition Podcast episode on SIBO Gluten Free Street Gang Find Me Gluten Free Diagnosing Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerance Video Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text What happens when you're doing “everything right” and still not getting better? In this episode, Jessie Wong chats with Dr. Andrea Love and Dr. Wendi LeBrett about how to navigate the frustrating process of finding the right GI doctor. You’ll hear Andrea’s personal story of chronic fissure pain and multiple failed consults—plus practical tips for identifying red flags, preparing for appointments, and getting real support. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ What to look for in a great GI specialist ✔ How to prep for your appointment (so nothing gets missed) ✔ Red flags in both mainstream and alternative care ✔ How to advocate for better IBS support Timestamps: [0:00] Meet the guests + what we’re covering [4:53] Andrea’s story: Rectal pain, fissures, and finding the right surgeon [20:42] How to find the right GI doctor for IBS [34:06] How to prepare for specialist appointments [44:47] When alternative treatments do more harm than good [52:31] Final advice + masterclass resources Resources Mentioned: 💩 Check out the different types of poop https://poopedia.org/ Dr. Wendi Instagram Rome Foundation Mayo Clinic Penn Medicine American College of Gastroenterology American Gastroenterological Association 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian. Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text In this episode, Jessie Wong and Brooke Keenan unpack the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth), a condition often mistaken for IBS. They explain how SIBO differs from IBS, why it’s frequently misdiagnosed, and the tools that actually work to find lasting relief. You’ll hear real client stories—including a healthcare provider with chronic diarrhea and rapid weight loss—who finally found answers by treating the true root cause. From probiotics and antibiotics to fiber, diet, and gut motility, this episode breaks it all down. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ What causes SIBO—and how it differs from IBS ✔ Why symptoms like bloating and belching after eating may point to SIBO ✔ What makes SIBO return (even after antibiotics) ✔ When probiotics do more harm than good ✔ The role of diet, fiber, and gut motility in treatment ✔ Why proper diagnosis and support makes all the difference Timestamps: [0:00] Welcome + what we’re covering [1:42] What is SIBO? (And how is it different from IBS?) [3:40] Symptoms to watch for: bloating, burping, discomfort after eating [5:00] Risk factors: antibiotics, PPIs, constipation, probiotics & more [7:25] How the body normally protects you from SIBO [9:45] Client story: Diarrhea, weight loss, and finally getting relief [13:38] What SIBO can do to your body (inflammation, nutrient loss, etc.) [15:06] Testing for SIBO: breath tests vs aspirate [18:50] Treatment options: antibiotics, motility & long-term strategies [23:00] Diets for SIBO: What works and what doesn’t [26:40] Fiber for SIBO: What to use and how to choose it [28:00] Final thoughts: Why expert support matters 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian. Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text What happens when you’ve eliminated every food, taken every supplement, and still feel worse? In this episode, Jessie Wong chats with former client Lindsey, a mom of two who overcame severe IBS symptoms and food fear, not through a restrictive diet, but by addressing lifestyle triggers, gut-brain communication, and anxiety. Her story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, it’s not about food but how you live. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ How IBS and anxiety created a fear-based food cycle ✔ What actually helped reduce urgent diarrhea ✔ Why probiotics and elimination diets backfired ✔ The lifestyle changes that made the biggest difference ✔ What it’s like to eat freely again without fear ✔ Why healing takes time—and how to stay hopeful Timestamps: [0:00] Meet Lindsey: IBS symptoms, anxiety & early motherhood [3:36] Daily diarrhea, food fear & restriction [7:55] Weight loss, negative tests, and no clear answers [12:23] Finding our program & getting real support [14:07] Discovering lifestyle triggers (not food!) [17:50] How anxiety medication helped her gut heal [19:10] The lifestyle changes that made the biggest difference [23:39] Life after IBS: Confidence, balance, and joy [26:56] Why healing takes time—but it’s possible [30:06] Final advice for anyone still struggling Resources Mentioned: 🎓 Free IBS Relief Masterclass – Learn our 3-step approach to managing IBS: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text If IBS diarrhea is running your life, it’s time to get to the root cause. In this episode, dietitians Jessie Wong and Brooke Keenan explain the three main types of diarrhea in IBS —flare-up, overflow, and food intolerance—and how to tell which one you have. You’ll hear real-life case studies and learn how to spot the signs of constipation-driven diarrhea, hidden food intolerances, and digestive patterns that standard treatments often miss. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ Why diarrhea is sometimes caused by constipation ✔ The difference between overflow vs. flare-up diarrhea ✔ How food intolerances like gluten or FODMAPs play a role ✔ Why the low FODMAP diet isn’t always the right approach ✔ Tools like Imodium, fiber, and stress management for relief ✔ How clients like Kinsey, Jessica, and Kathy found lasting results Timestamps: [0:00] Why diarrhea is so misunderstood in IBS [2:18] Type 1: Flare-up diarrhea explained [4:28] Kinsey’s story: Chronic constipation disguised as diarrhea [8:50] Type 2: Overflow diarrhea + Kathy’s breakthrough [14:10] Symptom tracker & masterclass resources [15:12] Type 3: Food intolerance diarrhea + Jessica’s case [19:58] Common triggers that make IBS worse [21:13] Tools that help: Imodium, fiber, diet & more [23:45] Long-term control strategies Resources Mentioned: Listen to episode 5 to learn more about the low FODMAP diet. Listen to episode 1 to learn more about tracking symptoms. 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text Struggling with IBS symptoms, bloating, or constipation that never fully resolves? The issue might not be your food—it could be your pelvic floor. In this episode, pelvic health physical therapist Dr. Bachmann explains how the pelvic floor, nervous system, and musculoskeletal system all influence digestion. You’ll also learn how often-missed conditions like endometriosis, SIBO, and menopause can mimic IBS. If you're ready for a more complete picture of gut health, this episode is packed with insights and practical strategies to help you move forward. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔ How the pelvic floor, jaw, and abdomen all impact digestion ✔ Why chronic stress keeps your digestive system in "fight or flight" ✔ What a pelvic floor assessment actually looks like ✔ The surprising connection between endo, SIBO, menopause and IBS Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction to pelvic health with Dr. Molly Bachmann [2:55] How the musculoskeletal system impacts digestion [7:21] Jaw, core, and pelvic floor: Why all three matter for bowel movements [13:14] What to expect in a pelvic floor PT assessment [17:36] The nervous system’s role in IBS symptoms [25:04] Commonly misdiagnosed conditions: Endometriosis, menopause, and SIBO [38:00] How pelvic floor therapy helps beyond the muscles [40:09] Molly’s mission to transform pelvic health through policy & research Resources Mentioned: Nancy’s Nook Endometriosis I Care Better North American Menopause Society (NAMS) Pelvic Health & Rehabilitation Center Connect with the Pelvic Health and Rehab Center on INSTAGRAM 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text After years of struggling with IBS symptoms, frustrating doctor visits, and countless failed treatments, Deb finally found a way to take control of her gut health. In this episode, she shares her powerful journey, how she identified her food triggers, stopped relying on restrictive diets and supplements, and regained the confidence to travel and enjoy meals without fear. If you’re looking for real IBS relief, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you get started. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why common IBS treatments (like supplements & generic diets) often don’t work ✔️ How Deb identified her unique food triggers (hint: not just gluten!) ✔️ The impact of stress & mindfulness on gut health ✔️ Why fiber balance is key for managing IBS symptoms ✔️ How to confidently eat out & travel without fear Timestamps: [0:00] Deb’s IBS story & years of misdiagnoses [5:21] The problem with supplements & restrictive diets [12:32] The turning point: Finding the right IBS solution [17:03] Identifying food triggers: Gluten, oats & mushrooms [25:26] Lifestyle changes that made a difference [34:59] Life after IBS: Eating & traveling without stress [37:22] Deb’s advice for finding real relief Resources Mentioned: 🎓 Free IBS Relief Masterclass – Learn our 3-step approach to managing IBS: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

You’re not alone! In today’s episode, we’re diving into the four types of IBS and taking a closer look at IBS-Constipation, its causes, symptoms, and evidence-based strategies to improve gut motility. If bloating, incomplete evacuation, or chronic constipation are holding you back, this episode will help you take control with hydration, fiber intake, exercise, and lifestyle shifts. Plus, we share a powerful case study of a client who overcame chronic IBS-C using simple but highly effective changes. Tune in to learn how to find relief and regain confidence in your gut health! In This Episode, We Cover: ✔️The 4 types of IBS and what makes IBS-C unique ✔️What causes chronic constipation & incomplete evacuation ✔️How hydration, fiber, and meal timing impact gut motility ✔️The connection between stress, sleep, and IBS-C ✔️Food intolerances (FODMAPs, gluten, oats) and when to test them ✔️Over-the-counter solutions: What’s safe & effective? ✔️A real-life success story of overcoming IBS-C! Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction – Understanding IBS & Why It’s Different for Everyone [1:05] What is IBS-C & What Causes It? [5:18] Hydration, Fiber & Exercise for Gut Motility [9:10] The Role of Stress, Sleep & Meal Timing [12:47] Food Intolerances & When to Consider the Low-FODMAP Diet [16:00] Case Study: How Alma Transformed Her Gut Health [20:48] Final Tips & Action Steps Resources Mentioned: 🎓 Free IBS Relief Masterclass – Learn our 3-step approach to managing IBS: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🎙️ Ep 5. What Is The Low FODMAP Diet And How To Identify Your IBS Food Trigger 🎙️ Ep 3. What Is The Best Diet For IBS? Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/

Send a text Dealing with persistent bloating from IBS? In this episode, we break down the different types of IBS bloating, what causes them, and the best ways to reduce discomfort. Whether your bloating is linked to constipation, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), or food intolerances, understanding your triggers is the first step to relief. We’ll cover expert-backed strategies to help improve digestion, support gut motility, and prevent bloating from taking over your day. Learn how deep diaphragmatic breathing, dietary adjustments, and lifestyle changes can make a real difference in your IBS symptoms. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The different types of IBS bloating and how to recognize them ✔️ How to identify whether your bloating is from constipation, SIBO, or food intolerances ✔️ Why gut motility plays a key role in reducing bloating ✔️ The impact of diet, hydration, and lifestyle on bloating relief ✔️ Simple, effective strategies to manage bloating naturally Timestamps: [0:00] Introduction: Why IBS bloating happens [1:13] The different types of IBS bloating explained [3:31] How to identify your type of IBS bloating [6:55] The biggest causes of IBS bloating [10:07] Why constipation can make bloating worse [14:22] How SIBO leads to bloating and gut issues [19:56] The role of food intolerances in IBS bloating [23:46] Best strategies to reduce IBS bloating naturally [25:27] Final tips for long-term IBS relief Resources Mentioned: 💊 NIH Supplement Directory: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/list-all/ 🎙️ IBS Tests, Legitimate Tests and Red Flags to Watch For with Dr Andrea Love: https://ibsdietitian.com/pod-ibs-tests-with-dr-andrea-love/ 🌟 Love this episode? Leave us a 5-star review! It helps us reach more people who need IBS support. As a special bonus, I want to give you FREE access to my signature IBS Course. • Leave a review of this podcast • Email a screenshot of your review to info@ibsdietitian.com Get our help: 🌟 Join IBS Freedom Program - https://ibsdietitian.com/group-program/ 👩🏻‍⚕️ Make an appointment https://ibsdietitian.com/1-1-appointments/ 🖥️ Affordable IBS Self-Paced Course https://ibsdietitian.com/ibs-freedom/ 🔔 Stay Connected & Get More Support 📷 Follow us on Instagram: @ibs.dietitian 💬 Join our Facebook Community: IBS Support For Women Free Resources: 🖥️ Free IBS Relief Masterclass: https://ibsdietitian.com/masterclass 📋 Free Symptom Tracker – Start tracking your symptoms today: https://poopedia.org/resources 🔗 Download your FREE Low FODMAP Starter Guide (grocery list, meal plan, and food swaps): https://ibsdietitian.com/resources/