17. IBS & Probiotics: What Actually Works? A Deep Dive with Bailey Hanna, MS, RDN

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/