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Do you need to follow a plant based diet? Is more fiber always better? Does everyone have a parasite to kill? For the final episode of season 6 of The Gut show, let’s break down some gut health myths and cover the nuance of these hot topics!  And as we close down this season, if you have found value in any of our episode - a review on iTunes, rating on Spotify, and/or subscription on YouTube all mean so much and help us reach a larger audience.  What should we cover in Season 7?    In...

“What can we do to make you not only adapt but thrive?” Dr. Laurie Keefer is a groundbreaker in the world of GI psychology and today she is sharing her research and expertise on The Gut Show! Her study on IBD and resilience as well as her prior work has really shifted the conversation and created a lot of talk in the digestion world. Her work led to the foundation of Trellus Health - which teaches patients with IBD and IBS to learn and build resilience, both physical and emotional. In this...

On today’s The Gut Show episode, we talk about what bile is, how it’s playing a role in your IBS symptoms, and how to start talking to your doctor target this piece of the IBS puzzle.   In this episode, we cover: What is bile [2:02] Why is bile released into the small intestine [2:42] Bile is a detergent  [3:30] What is bile made up of [4:21] Eliminating waste from the body [6:06] What happens to bile [6:29] Gallbladder removal [9:52] Small intestine [11:12] Where do things go...

Does your IBS get worse when you eat “healthy” foods?  On today’s The Gut Show episode, we talk about why this happens and how you can keep your gut happy while still improving your nutrition.    In this episode, we cover: What does “healthy” mean [2:16] Large increase of fiber very quickly [6:36] Inflammation [9:32] Increasing plant foods [11:08] FODMAPs [13:45] Powders and supplements [14:35] Too much protein [16:23] Increase in exercise [19:18] Tips to avoid this [23:15]   ...

It’s possible to break the stress-symptom cycle… Gut-brain therapies can help target this cycle and be an effective part of an IBS treatment plan.  Today’s episode on The Gut Show breaks down what gut-brain therapy is, how it works and the different options available.   **Correction** at 21:47, the website mentioned is romegipsych.org   In this episode, we cover: Gut brain therapies + IBS [2:20] The altered communication pathway [4:28] How the gut and the brain are responding [5:49] ...

Was your IBS caused by a foodborne illness?  On this episode of The Gut Show, I talk about foods that are commonly linked to foodborne illness, how food poisoning can cause IBS, and what you can do to avoid a foodborne illness.    In this episode, we cover: Most common foodborne illness [2:22]  Foods most linked to illness [2:51] Food poisoning and IBS [4:10] How does this actually happen [4:26] Can this also happen after viral infections [8:11] The rate of post infectious IBS...

Do you feel lost in the contradicting health info online?  If you don’t know where to turn or who to trust, this episode of The Gut Show is for you!  In the most unbiased way I can, I talk about why these contradictions exist, how to navigate them, and how to find information you trust.    In this episode, we cover: Why do these contradictions exist [4:09] Who is sharing this information [7:44] Short vs long term benefits[13:53]  Scientific vs anecdotal evidence [16:54] What is...

You’ve probably heard about digestive enzymes and may be wondering…do I need these!?! On this episode of The Gut Show, I talk about what digestive enzymes are, if you need to take them, and how to improve your body’s production of enzymes.    In this episode, we cover: Regulation of supplements [1:49] What are digestive enzymes [3:36] Where are the enzymes found [4:18] What are the different enzymes [5:40] Why are enzymes needed [7:10]  What does it mean to be enzyme deficient...

Your diaphragm is involved in breathing, but did you know it’s also involved in digestion?    For this episode of The Gut Show, I spoke with @prioritypt_and_wellness about how pelvic floor physical therapy is for more than just your pelvic muscles, how this therapy can help digestion, and the role the diaphragm plays in digestion.    In this episode, we cover: What is pelvic floor physical therapy [2:38] Is pelvic floor pt for more than just pelvic floor muscles [6:11] How can this...

Have you been told you have gastritis?  Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining. You may have heard about this condition following an endoscopy or when experiencing a burning sensation in your stomach…but often times, patients aren’t sure what causes this to happen or how to fix it.  I see this a lot with my patients, so let’s break down what gastritis is, common causes and symptoms of gastritis, and how you can find relief!   In this episode, we cover: What is gastritis [1:30] ...

In this episode I talk with Dr. Mark Pimentel, a leader in the small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) world.  We talk about what his team is doing to push research forward for SIBO and IBS, new developments in SIBO, breath testing and gasses produced, as well as things that will be coming out soon for treatment.    In this episode, we cover: What is SIBO [4:29] What the team is working on [5:46] Keeping an open mind as a scientist [9:02] The...

We know the gut and brain are connected and that the nervous system plays a role in this connection, but what exactly is your nervous system and what causes it to malfunction? What does it mean to regulate your nervous system and what can you do to achieve this?    In this episode, we cover: What is your nervous system [1:42] Endocrine system [2:33] Does the nervous system impact the whole body [3:14] Major nervous system organs [3:55] Sensory [4:11] Central and peripheral [5:53] ...

Is your thyroid impacting your gut?  Thyroid function is closely related to digestive system function, so this is something to be aware of if you’re struggling with chronic gut symptoms.  Tune into the latest episode of The Gut Show to learn more about why the thyroid does and what happens when function is off.   In this episode, we cover: What is the thyroid [2:30] What other functions are impacted [5:22] Thyroid and weight gain + other conditions [6:39] How does the thyroid impact...

What does the immune system have to do with IBS? Let's dive into this topic as we discuss the major components of the immune system, the role of the immune system in gut health and more! In this episode, we cover: [1:29] The role of the immune system [3:34] Parts of the immune system   [11:16] Destruction of the pathogens [14:54] Innate immune system [16:35] The gut and the immune system [19:22] Leaky gut [22:06] Gut microbiota [22:38] Cells in the gut [24:30] IBS and gut cells ...

What is diet culture and how can it mess up your gut? Did you do this to yourself? Is there a way out? Listen now as we discuss all of the above!    In this episode, we cover: What is diet culture?  [2:35] Healthism [4:24] How does diet culture play a role in gut health? [6:21] Nocebo effect [7:13] Placebo effect [7:54] Self sabotage [8:31] Hyperfocus on the body [9:47] Hypersensitivity [10:50] Fiber [12:45] Overexercise [13:21] Weight loss medications [14:43] Eating disorders...

What’s a practical approach to managing IBS? Tune in as we cover what IBS is, the drivers of IBS, how to manage IBS holistically and more!    In this episode, we cover: My story [1:26] Can IBS be cured? [2:47] What is IBS? [3:14] Drivers of IBS [6:10] How many drivers of IBS do I have? [7:16] Leaky gut [10:22] How to start bringing down triggers [11:21] What happens when you have IBS [12:41] How to manage IBS [13:46] Sleep [14:55] Routine [16:21] How you eat [19:05]   ...

We are wrapping up season 5 of The Gut Show by talking about picky eating! Have you been told “you’re just being picky” or “you need to try more foods”? It’s not always that simple, there may be more to your picky eating, like a GI condition that makes you picky to avoid symptoms or a sensory issue. Let’s discuss what picky eating is, causes and effects or picky eating and what you can do about it.   In this episode, we cover: What is picky eating [4:09] Causes of picky eating [5:51] ...

You may think grief and IBS are not related, as it’s something that isn’t talked about...so let’s talk about it!  We all experience grief, and it doesn’t go away if we just ignore it.  Listen to this episode of The Gut Show as we discuss how grief and IBS are connected, see if grief causes IBS, and some ways to deal with grief.    In this episode, we cover: What is grief [2:35] How are grief and IBS connected [3:13]  Research supporting this [4:55] Does grief cause IBS [7:17] Grief...

People with digestive disorders like IBS often check food labels to ensure they are free from triggers. While maintaining a nutritious diet is important, it is possible for these behaviors to become obsessive and lead to an unhealthy preoccupation with eating healthy.  Let’s dive into what this is called, common signs, and buzz words you may hear that play on your fear and spread this condition.  This episode is sponsored by FODZYME®. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum...

Can you avoid the effects of a dysregulated nervous system through diet or supplementation?  Discover the answer to this question + learn about the concept of a dysregulated nervous system + learn practical steps you can take to enhance your nervous system's well-being (which will also help your gut!).    In this episode, we cover: What is your nervous system  [4:02] Does your nervous system affect your body [5:09]  The main organs and functions [6:44] The stress state [9:09] What...

Is your self-care helping you and your IBS or is it actually a form of self-sabotage?  For example, do you do things like stay up late for self-care when you’re actually getting less sleep as a result? On today’s episode of The Gut Show as we discuss what self-care is, the goal of self-care, and how to be motivated to do the actual self-care.    In this episode, we cover: What is self-care [3:06] The goal of self-care [3:33] Self-compassion [5:19] Self-care should flow from...

What has been your experience with birth control and IBS?   While this is an area without much research, I did my best to break down reasons why different birth control methods could contribute to or help IBS symptoms.    In this episode, we cover: [4:42] The impact can vary [7:43] The most asked question  [9:46] Review of the menstrual cycle  [13:25] Hormonal contraceptives  [16:50} IUD’s [20:48] Sterilization  [23:17] Other forms of birth control  [24:27] It’s not in your...

Medical gaslighting. It’s something you or someone you know has likely experienced, especially if you have digestive concerns that aren’t easy to see or test for.  “if you’d just…”  “your symptoms are in your head”   “if you were REALLY in that much pain…”  Listen to The Gut Show’s latest episode where I discuss this highly requested topic and cover what medical gaslighting is, where the term gaslighting comes from, reg flags and what to do if you’ve experienced this.  Have you heard...