Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Washington County, AR
I have always approached my patients and clients with a personalized plan. Contrary to what is out there, there is no "one-size fits all" when it comes to nutrition. That is why when I work with clients I take into account food preferences, accessibility, cultural aspects, and the family dynamics within the household. I have experience working with GI disorders ( such as Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, and Celiac's), cardiovascular health, weight management, cancer, and overall general nutrition. I would love to help you on your journey and show you can leave a fulfilling and healthy life.
I have always approached my patients and clients with a personalized plan. Contrary to what is out there, there is no "one-size fits all" when it comes to nutrition. That is why when I work with clients I take into account food preferences, accessibility, cultural aspects, and the family dynamics within the household. I have experience working with GI disorders ( such as Crohn's, ulcerative colitis, and Celiac's), cardiovascular health, weight management, cancer, and overall general nutrition. I would love to help you on your journey and show you can leave a fulfilling and healthy life.
A nutrition consultation is a great start to develop a healthy relationship with food. A personalized eating plan will be developed as a foundation to achieve your health goals. Together we will identify behaviors & beliefs that previously hindered your efforts. Your eating will be defined as "Purposeful", addressing awareness of eating pace and hunger/satiety cues. Component Cooking, a simplistic meal prep from grocery store to pantry offers practical application. Learn to eat by guidelines not rigid rules. Break the all-or-nothing eating cycle. Abandon "cheat days".
A nutrition consultation is a great start to develop a healthy relationship with food. A personalized eating plan will be developed as a foundation to achieve your health goals. Together we will identify behaviors & beliefs that previously hindered your efforts. Your eating will be defined as "Purposeful", addressing awareness of eating pace and hunger/satiety cues. Component Cooking, a simplistic meal prep from grocery store to pantry offers practical application. Learn to eat by guidelines not rigid rules. Break the all-or-nothing eating cycle. Abandon "cheat days".
Hi! My name is Ashley and I’m a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist who is committed to helping teens and adults heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies. Working with me means we take a non-diet approach, all foods fit, and treatment is individualized. Clients I work well with are those with active eating disorders or enduring eating disorders, neurodivergent clients, and clients with co-occurring substance use/addiction and/or trauma.
Hi! My name is Ashley and I’m a Registered Dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist who is committed to helping teens and adults heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies. Working with me means we take a non-diet approach, all foods fit, and treatment is individualized. Clients I work well with are those with active eating disorders or enduring eating disorders, neurodivergent clients, and clients with co-occurring substance use/addiction and/or trauma.
I am Meg Green, Registered Dietitian and Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner. In my private practice, I guide ambitious women to balance hormones, support thyroid functions, revive metabolism, manage stress, and understand food choice balance to optimize health in a completely personalized way using functional nutrition analysis and time-honored traditions.
I am Meg Green, Registered Dietitian and Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner. In my private practice, I guide ambitious women to balance hormones, support thyroid functions, revive metabolism, manage stress, and understand food choice balance to optimize health in a completely personalized way using functional nutrition analysis and time-honored traditions.
Meet Casey Atwood, Co-Owner of A Wellness Collective at Park Hill Counseling. Casey is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s degree in Nutrition, dedicated to empowering clients through personalized nutrition care. She has a passion for crafting individualized plans that respect each person’s unique needs, preferences, and lifestyle. Specializing in intuitive eating and mindful nutrition, Casey encourages clients to build a harmonious relationship with food, one that honors both physical nourishment and mental well-being.
Meet Casey Atwood, Co-Owner of A Wellness Collective at Park Hill Counseling. Casey is a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s degree in Nutrition, dedicated to empowering clients through personalized nutrition care. She has a passion for crafting individualized plans that respect each person’s unique needs, preferences, and lifestyle. Specializing in intuitive eating and mindful nutrition, Casey encourages clients to build a harmonious relationship with food, one that honors both physical nourishment and mental well-being.
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.