As we wrap up 2022, I am dedicating today’s bonus episode to make a list of all the health trends, products and other alternatives that are marketed to consumers with IBS. I cover the chia seed water trend on TikTok, the popular Colon Broom product, the parasite clean trend, and a whole lot more! In this episode, we cover: The chia seed water trend The impact of fiber, lemon juice, and water on your gut  Who shouldn’t be drinking chia seed water Whether Colon Broom actually works If parasite cleanses are good for you Is the support behind parasite cleanses accurate? The Beach Body Gut Pr ..read more

I cannot believe that we are at the end of season four of the Gut Show. I've loved recording this, and it has been a lot of fun researching topics and having new conversations. I hope that this has been helpful for you every step of the way. In this final episode, I actually wanted to end on one of the most controversial topics that has come across my (virtual) desk, and it's the way IBS is marketed by different influencers and health professionals on social media.  During this episode share my thoughts on what IBS is, the dangers around the narrative that IBS is BS, what drives IBS marke ..read more

Happy Holidays! This is such an exciting time of the year, and I really want to dedicate this episode to answer all your questions about surviving the holidays. Whether you celebrate the holidays or not, these are great tips to incorporate at any gathering. During this episode, I talk about why IBS symptoms get worse during the holidays, how to cope with the fear of symptoms flaring during the holidays and how to communicate your food needs!    In this episode, we cover: You have autonomy over the choices you make  Why symptoms get worse around the holiday season Losing out on ..read more

Dealing with IBS and other chronic gut issues can be debilitating and isolating. These feelings can be made even worse when you have family and friends who may think you are overreacting!  As we are nearing the holidays, today's conversation is timely as you begin to spend more time with family and friends who may undermine the severity of your IBS pain and symptoms. During this episode, I talk about how to deal with people who think you are overreacting. I share ways to communicate your disorder confidently and clearly, the key to setting clear boundaries, finding your tribe of support ..read more

I get asked this all the time! “Are my migraines connected to my IBS or other digestive disorders?” The short answer is not directly, but possibly indirectly, which I know is confusing, but don’t worry, I explain what I mean in this episode.  During the episode, I share the definition of migraines, how having a migraine may trigger a GI symptom and how to deal with migraines next time you’re inflicted with one.    In this episode, we cover: What are migraines and how do they relate to IBS?  The triggers of migraines The feeling of nausea and other GI symptoms How to deal w ..read more

As a medical professional in the IBS space, something I'm really passionate about is the idea of Holistic Management of IBS and all digestive disorders. A lot of times, I think people don't fully understand what Holistic Management really means, and this can cause a lot of confusion, mistrust, and misinformation. During this episode, I talk about what a holistic approach to health actually means, how you can apply holistic approaches to your IBS, what your body needs for proper digestion and what the next steps are after symptom management.    In this episode, we cover: What is holi ..read more

Welcome to Season Four of The Gut Show podcast! Today, we’re talking about what makes poop “normal” and what poop is actually made of. I’ll share how it is made in the body starting with the food you eat and then moving through the digestive processes, including the small and large intestines before you eliminate it from your body.  We’ll also touch on what makes poop brown and what can cause an issue with forming stool. Even more interesting, I’ll share how stool is stored and when it’s released, what happens when you sit down on the toilet and all the different forms your poop can take ..read more

The short answer is not really, but naturally, there is a longer, more complex answer. We all know that IBS is a very complex disorder, and its pathological cause is not known which makes it harder to treat. However, despite there not being one clear path of treatment, there are different ways to help patients facing this chronic gut issue. During this episode, I explain why IBS is hard to treat, the importance of creating a diverse gut microbiome, and encouraging healthy motility of your gut.    In this episode, we cover: IBS is very complex and hard to treat [0:22] Are there poten ..read more

The question that I get asked often from clients, that truly breaks my heart is, “is my body broken because of my IBS?” The short answer is no. The long answer is there's something very real that's going on and that is going wrong in your body, but the good news is that it can be managed.  During this episode, I explain why your body may feel “broken”, the pathology and its impact on your gut-brain interaction, and routines and other guidance you can incorporate to help with your IBS symptoms.    In this episode, we cover: Why your body may feel “broken” My own experience with ..read more

What does it mean when you feel like your poop is stuck? Either you need to go, but it’s not coming out OR you are going, but it seems there is more that needs to come out. You might think that eating more fiber or drinking more water will do the trick, BUT in this episode, we discuss the three main reasons your poop might feel stuck … and what you can do about it! If you need help walking through this, I’d love to help you! Here’s a link to schedule a consultation: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall In this episode we cover:  What does it mean when your poop feels stuck?  Poor poop posture and ..read more