Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians in 57701
Ready to get rid of bloating, digestive issues, and and chronic fatigue? I use a functional approach to nutrition to help you get the root cause of your symptoms and find relief from your symptoms so you can reclaim your health, vibrant life.
Even if you've been told your labs are "normal," I'll help you get to the bottom of the symptoms that are keeping you from feeling your best.
I take a whole-person, personalized approach to your wellness. I'll give you a clear strategy to transform your health and help you make realistic and sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes that will allow you to reach your goals.
Ready to get rid of bloating, digestive issues, and and chronic fatigue? I use a functional approach to nutrition to help you get the root cause of your symptoms and find relief from your symptoms so you can reclaim your health, vibrant life.
Even if you've been told your labs are "normal," I'll help you get to the bottom of the symptoms that are keeping you from feeling your best.
I take a whole-person, personalized approach to your wellness. I'll give you a clear strategy to transform your health and help you make realistic and sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes that will allow you to reach your goals.
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Every individual is biochemically unique with specific health needs. I combine 20 years of experience and education in Holistic Nutrition & Natural Medicine with the cutting-edge science of Functional Medicine to uncover the root cause of your health concern. I then use safe and effective therapies very specific for each client including functional foods, supplements, herbs, lifestyle & home environment modifications. I also teach relaxation techniques and emotional well-being tools for a Body-Mind-Spirit approach. This allows your body and its natural wisdom to heal itself on all levels. I simply support and enhance the process.
Every individual is biochemically unique with specific health needs. I combine 20 years of experience and education in Holistic Nutrition & Natural Medicine with the cutting-edge science of Functional Medicine to uncover the root cause of your health concern. I then use safe and effective therapies very specific for each client including functional foods, supplements, herbs, lifestyle & home environment modifications. I also teach relaxation techniques and emotional well-being tools for a Body-Mind-Spirit approach. This allows your body and its natural wisdom to heal itself on all levels. I simply support and enhance the process.
I’m a Functional Nutritionist and Gut Health Dietitian based, offering online and in-person nutrition counseling to clients. I help you uncover the root causes of digestive issues, fatigue, skin problems, and food sensitivities through personalized nutrition testing and mindful eating strategies. Using advanced functional testing — including MRT food sensitivity, GI-MAP stool, and DUTCH hormone testing — I create a customized roadmap to help you restore your gut and immune health, improve energy, and feel confident in the foods that truly support your body.
I’m a Functional Nutritionist and Gut Health Dietitian based, offering online and in-person nutrition counseling to clients. I help you uncover the root causes of digestive issues, fatigue, skin problems, and food sensitivities through personalized nutrition testing and mindful eating strategies. Using advanced functional testing — including MRT food sensitivity, GI-MAP stool, and DUTCH hormone testing — I create a customized roadmap to help you restore your gut and immune health, improve energy, and feel confident in the foods that truly support your body.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a general term that refers to a collection of symptoms associated with poor gut mobility and function, including abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea. IBS is very common, with some estimates suggesting that as many as 10-15% of adults within the United States have IBS. Although the two conditions sound similar and share many symptoms, such as abdominal pain and diarrhea, IBS differs from irritable bowel diseases (IBDs), such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. In contrast to IBS which is caused by issues in the functioning of the colon, IBDs are inflammatory conditions caused by overactive immune cells within the intestine. IBDs are much less common than IBS and typically more medically severe, occasionally requiring intensive medical treatment and/or surgery. IBS, in contrast, can usually be managed effectively with lifestyle changes and less intense medical intervention.
What are the subcategories of IBS?
Medical professionals generally identify four main types of IBS: IBS-C (constipation-predominant subtype), IBS-D (diarrhea-predominant subtype), IBS-M (mixed bowel subtype), and IBS-U (undefined subtype). Identifying the predominant type of IBS an individual has can be important for determining the type of treatment that is best for them, such as the lifestyle and dietary changes that may be most appropriate, as well as any medications that may be necessary. However, individuals may also experience multiple subtypes over time, as well as experience cycles of flare-ups and symptom relief.
What causes IBS?
The causes of IBS are not well understood, but symptoms are generally attributed to issues with gut muscle contraction and changes in the gut microbiome, both of which can lead to the characteristic symptoms of IBS. These issues can be caused by a variety of lifestyle factors, such as diet and stress. While lifestyle modifications may not completely cure IBS symptoms, identifying symptom-triggering foods, consuming a balanced diet, and reducing stress have all been shown to greatly reduce symptoms. IBS can also be caused by bacterial or parasitic infections within the intestine, in which case the syndrome is referred to as "post-infectious IBS." In contrast to non-infectious IBS, post-infectious IBS is less chronic in nature and symptoms will often resolve once the infection has subsided.
What foods should I avoid if I have IBS?
Specific foods that may trigger symptoms of IBS can vary person-to-person. However, common foods that may exacerbate symptoms include high-fat foods (such as fatty meats), wheat, dairy products, highly acidic foods (such as citrus), beans, cabbage, milk, and carbonated drinks. Over time, individuals with IBS are often able to identify which foods cause their symptoms to worsen and learn to avoid such foods to manage their symptoms.