12. IBS Diarrhea 101: Flare-Ups, Overflow & Food Intolerances Explained

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/