Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Bridgeport, CT
If you are looking for help with alternative and holistic approach to your health condition. I can help. If you are looking for someone with a long and successful track record helping persons with your condition, whether cancer, diabetes, digestive issues, migraine headaches, insomnia, constipation and any other concern, I can help. If you are looking for someone who can recommend the right vitamins, herbs, homeopathy or nutrition plan, I can help. I have heard many stories of suffering, frustration, disappointment, bewilderment when no have the answer in the medical field. I also hear stories of gladness when healing is found.
If you are looking for help with alternative and holistic approach to your health condition. I can help. If you are looking for someone with a long and successful track record helping persons with your condition, whether cancer, diabetes, digestive issues, migraine headaches, insomnia, constipation and any other concern, I can help. If you are looking for someone who can recommend the right vitamins, herbs, homeopathy or nutrition plan, I can help. I have heard many stories of suffering, frustration, disappointment, bewilderment when no have the answer in the medical field. I also hear stories of gladness when healing is found.
Hi, I am Sheila Zarfati, MS, RD, and I’m passionate about helping people find peace with food and confidence in their bodies. I know how overwhelming and stressful eating can feel at times—especially with all the mixed messages out there. My role as your dietitian is to make nutrition feel approachable, supportive, and aligned with your unique needs. I’ve had the privilege of working in clinical, community, and eating disorder treatment settings, supporting people of all ages and backgrounds. No matter your starting point, you deserve a space where your experiences are validated, your goals are honored, and your body is respected.
Hi, I am Sheila Zarfati, MS, RD, and I’m passionate about helping people find peace with food and confidence in their bodies. I know how overwhelming and stressful eating can feel at times—especially with all the mixed messages out there. My role as your dietitian is to make nutrition feel approachable, supportive, and aligned with your unique needs. I’ve had the privilege of working in clinical, community, and eating disorder treatment settings, supporting people of all ages and backgrounds. No matter your starting point, you deserve a space where your experiences are validated, your goals are honored, and your body is respected.
My goal is to help adults and children incorporate healthy eating habits and heighten their awareness of the importance of health and nutrition. I find satisfaction in knowing that I helped change someone's life in a positive way. There is nothing better than watching a patient's health and well being improve as a result of implementing a healthy diet.
My goal is to help adults and children incorporate healthy eating habits and heighten their awareness of the importance of health and nutrition. I find satisfaction in knowing that I helped change someone's life in a positive way. There is nothing better than watching a patient's health and well being improve as a result of implementing a healthy diet.
Collaborative Kidney Care was launched to offer a patient-focused practice with individualized treatment plans to meet you where you are and help achieve optimized health outcomes through innovative approaches.
Collaborative Kidney Care was launched to offer a patient-focused practice with individualized treatment plans to meet you where you are and help achieve optimized health outcomes through innovative approaches.
Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian with over six years of experience helping individuals make healthier choices and achieve their goals. Using intuitive eating principles and a compassionate, client-centered approach, she tailors evidence-based plans to meet each person’s needs. Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes. Her compassionate counseling ensures that clients feel heard, confident, and motivated on their journey to improved health and well-being.
Elizabeth is a Registered Dietitian with over six years of experience helping individuals make healthier choices and achieve their goals. Using intuitive eating principles and a compassionate, client-centered approach, she tailors evidence-based plans to meet each person’s needs. Specializing in wellness, diabetes, and heart health, Elizabeth empowers clients with the tools and support they need to make lasting changes. Her compassionate counseling ensures that clients feel heard, confident, and motivated on their journey to improved health and well-being.
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I treat clients with the following health challenges; IBS, SIBO, IBD, Reflux, Celiac Disease, Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Weight Loss, Weight Gain, Weight Management, Fertility, Menopause and Sports Nutrition.
I offer personalized, science-grounded nutrition care tailored to your unique health goals and lifestyle. Whether you're aiming to safely use GLP-1 medications, manage gut issues, improve cholesterol or blood pressure, support women’s health from fertility through post-menopause, or lose or maintain weight, I build plans designed around you. Expect realistic meal strategies, sustainable habits, and ongoing support — all delivered with warmth, evidence-based guidance, and no judgment.
I treat clients with the following health challenges; IBS, SIBO, IBD, Reflux, Celiac Disease, Diabetes, Hypertension, Heart Disease, Weight Loss, Weight Gain, Weight Management, Fertility, Menopause and Sports Nutrition.
I offer personalized, science-grounded nutrition care tailored to your unique health goals and lifestyle. Whether you're aiming to safely use GLP-1 medications, manage gut issues, improve cholesterol or blood pressure, support women’s health from fertility through post-menopause, or lose or maintain weight, I build plans designed around you. Expect realistic meal strategies, sustainable habits, and ongoing support — all delivered with warmth, evidence-based guidance, and no judgment.
You might feel like you’ve tried every diet, every plan, every reset, but still feel stuck. Maybe you’re constantly thinking about food, swinging between feeling in control and overwhelmed. You’re tired of the guilt, the spirals, and the all-or-nothing mindset.
My ideal clients are often high-achieving women struggling with restrictive eating, emotional eating, binge eating and/or body image concerns. Many come to my practice feeling exhausted by food rules and frustrated that nothing seems to “work” long term. Others feel disconnected from their hunger, fullness, and ability to trust themselves around food.
You might feel like you’ve tried every diet, every plan, every reset, but still feel stuck. Maybe you’re constantly thinking about food, swinging between feeling in control and overwhelmed. You’re tired of the guilt, the spirals, and the all-or-nothing mindset.
My ideal clients are often high-achieving women struggling with restrictive eating, emotional eating, binge eating and/or body image concerns. Many come to my practice feeling exhausted by food rules and frustrated that nothing seems to “work” long term. Others feel disconnected from their hunger, fullness, and ability to trust themselves around food.
I specialize in providing current evidence and practice-based nutrition education to people with GI conditions, such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, IBS, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), diverticulosis, constipation, diarrhea, and food sensitivities.
Eat well, feel well. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I help people with digestive issues figure out what foods make them feel their healthiest, strongest, and most energized so they can live life to its fullest. I work closely with my patients to identify and overcome barriers to healthy eating, and I personalize each visit to meet the individual needs and preferences of my clients. I love food and so I focus a lot on what to eat and how to make foods taste good.
I specialize in providing current evidence and practice-based nutrition education to people with GI conditions, such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, IBS, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), diverticulosis, constipation, diarrhea, and food sensitivities.
Eat well, feel well. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I help people with digestive issues figure out what foods make them feel their healthiest, strongest, and most energized so they can live life to its fullest. I work closely with my patients to identify and overcome barriers to healthy eating, and I personalize each visit to meet the individual needs and preferences of my clients. I love food and so I focus a lot on what to eat and how to make foods taste good.
New England Nutrition specializes in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, SIBO, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis), Celiac Disease, GERD, and more. New England Nutrition also provides nutrition therapy for various other medical conditions as well as healthy diet counseling and weight management.
New England Nutrition specializes in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders including Irritable Bowel Syndrome, SIBO, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's, Ulcerative Colitis), Celiac Disease, GERD, and more. New England Nutrition also provides nutrition therapy for various other medical conditions as well as healthy diet counseling and weight management.
I help people with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, ASD, TBIs, Anorexia, Atypical Anorexia, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, OSFED, Diabetes, Thyroid Disease, IBS/IBD, and other GI conditions so they can get back to living their lives, feel confident in their bodies and take the stress out of eating.
Do you have an unhealthy relationship with food? Do you get stressed thinking about what to eat? Have you tried different ways of eating to help you feel better and nothing seems to work? Like you, I struggled. I have ADHD, Thyroid Disease, and had disordered eating patterns for many years. I help people identify the root cause of their illness and incorporate nutritional changes. I know what it's like to have a negative body image and be exhausted from thinking about what I could and couldn't eat. Food should bring joy and satisfaction, not stress.
I help people with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, ASD, TBIs, Anorexia, Atypical Anorexia, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, OSFED, Diabetes, Thyroid Disease, IBS/IBD, and other GI conditions so they can get back to living their lives, feel confident in their bodies and take the stress out of eating.
Do you have an unhealthy relationship with food? Do you get stressed thinking about what to eat? Have you tried different ways of eating to help you feel better and nothing seems to work? Like you, I struggled. I have ADHD, Thyroid Disease, and had disordered eating patterns for many years. I help people identify the root cause of their illness and incorporate nutritional changes. I know what it's like to have a negative body image and be exhausted from thinking about what I could and couldn't eat. Food should bring joy and satisfaction, not stress.
Katie specializes in gut health ( IBS, Crohns/UC, Celiac/Gluten Intolerance, GERD, SIBO, H. pylori, autoimmune, leaky gut, digestive discomfort, food sensitivities, etc.), weight management, sports nutrition, women's health, cardiovascular health, intuitive eating, behavioral habits, and preventative health.
Diet culture has created a lot of noise in the world about nutrition. I debunk the noise and educate you on how to eat right for your body, mindset, needs, and goals. In addition, I specialize in gut health. If you suffer with digestive issues, we will run a comprehensive stool analysis test (GI Map) to get to the root cause of WHY you're feeling that way.
Katie specializes in gut health ( IBS, Crohns/UC, Celiac/Gluten Intolerance, GERD, SIBO, H. pylori, autoimmune, leaky gut, digestive discomfort, food sensitivities, etc.), weight management, sports nutrition, women's health, cardiovascular health, intuitive eating, behavioral habits, and preventative health.
Diet culture has created a lot of noise in the world about nutrition. I debunk the noise and educate you on how to eat right for your body, mindset, needs, and goals. In addition, I specialize in gut health. If you suffer with digestive issues, we will run a comprehensive stool analysis test (GI Map) to get to the root cause of WHY you're feeling that way.
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist with a passion for helping individuals transform their lives through personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices. I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. Your unique body, goals, and preferences deserve a tailored plan that suits your individual needs. I take the time to understand your specific circumstances, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring that the guidance I provide is personalized just for you.
I am a registered dietitian nutritionist with a passion for helping individuals transform their lives through personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices. I believe that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition. Your unique body, goals, and preferences deserve a tailored plan that suits your individual needs. I take the time to understand your specific circumstances, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring that the guidance I provide is personalized just for you.
I help individuals like you to overcome your food struggles and embrace a healthier relationship with eating. Picture this: breaking free from the endless cycle of guilt and frustration, and discovering a newfound sense of freedom around food. With my guidance, you can achieve this vision! You'll learn practical strategies tailored to your unique challenges, whether it's navigating a new medical condition, overcoming disordered eating, or finding a plan you can stick to.
I help individuals like you to overcome your food struggles and embrace a healthier relationship with eating. Picture this: breaking free from the endless cycle of guilt and frustration, and discovering a newfound sense of freedom around food. With my guidance, you can achieve this vision! You'll learn practical strategies tailored to your unique challenges, whether it's navigating a new medical condition, overcoming disordered eating, or finding a plan you can stick to.
Are you struggling with irregular cycles, GI disturbances, weight fluctuations, or conditions like PCOS? Feeling constantly fatigued? You’re not alone. I'm passionate about empowering and educating my clients to support their hormones and overall health. With so much nutrition information available, it's easy to feel lost. That's why my goal is to help you navigate the landscape and create sustainable changes. I offer evidence-based guidance and understand that there's no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to nutrition therapy. I use an integrative approach combining diet and lifestyle to help you tap into your power.
Are you struggling with irregular cycles, GI disturbances, weight fluctuations, or conditions like PCOS? Feeling constantly fatigued? You’re not alone. I'm passionate about empowering and educating my clients to support their hormones and overall health. With so much nutrition information available, it's easy to feel lost. That's why my goal is to help you navigate the landscape and create sustainable changes. I offer evidence-based guidance and understand that there's no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to nutrition therapy. I use an integrative approach combining diet and lifestyle to help you tap into your power.
When I imagine my ideal client, I picture someone motivated, intelligent, and ready for meaningful change—yet often frustrated by confusing, incomplete, or contradictory health information. They may be dealing with chronic symptoms, low energy, inflammation, digestive problems, weight issues, hormonal shifts, or simply the sense that they’re not functioning at their best. Many have already visited multiple practitioners without receiving clear answers, and they come to me looking for a comprehensive, science-based, holistic approach that finally makes sense of their health concerns.
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When I imagine my ideal client, I picture someone motivated, intelligent, and ready for meaningful change—yet often frustrated by confusing, incomplete, or contradictory health information. They may be dealing with chronic symptoms, low energy, inflammation, digestive problems, weight issues, hormonal shifts, or simply the sense that they’re not functioning at their best. Many have already visited multiple practitioners without receiving clear answers, and they come to me looking for a comprehensive, science-based, holistic approach that finally makes sense of their health concerns.
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" Many of my clients with IBS, high cholesterol, prediabetes, ADHD, or emotional eating come to me after trying every diet and feeling like they’ve failed.
As a bilingual, licensed nutritionist, I help adults and teens who feel stuck with their eating habits, energy, or health. Many of my clients struggle with digestive issues like bloating or constipation, high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar concerns, ADHD, anxiety, or emotional eating. My approach is practical, science-based, and personalized to fit real life, helping you feel more energized, improve gut and metabolic health, manage symptoms, and build a healthy relationship with food without rigid diets or judgment.
" Many of my clients with IBS, high cholesterol, prediabetes, ADHD, or emotional eating come to me after trying every diet and feeling like they’ve failed.
As a bilingual, licensed nutritionist, I help adults and teens who feel stuck with their eating habits, energy, or health. Many of my clients struggle with digestive issues like bloating or constipation, high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar concerns, ADHD, anxiety, or emotional eating. My approach is practical, science-based, and personalized to fit real life, helping you feel more energized, improve gut and metabolic health, manage symptoms, and build a healthy relationship with food without rigid diets or judgment.
Tori is a Functional Nutritionist, graduating Summa Cum Laude from University of Bridgeport with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition and an undergraduate degree from Brown University. She is a Licensed Dietary Nutritionist, Certified Nutritionist Specialist with a passion to help others find holistic real-life solutions.
Tori believes in a fully integrative approach to address mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health.
Tori is a Functional Nutritionist, graduating Summa Cum Laude from University of Bridgeport with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition and an undergraduate degree from Brown University. She is a Licensed Dietary Nutritionist, Certified Nutritionist Specialist with a passion to help others find holistic real-life solutions.
Tori believes in a fully integrative approach to address mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health.
As a dietitian, I educate, empower and give you the tools needed to create new eating habits, and promote positive lifestyle changes that are sustainable and realistic. With a client centered approach, I provide individualized nutrition counseling people of all ages. There is no “one size fits all” solution when it comes to achieving health.
As a dietitian, I educate, empower and give you the tools needed to create new eating habits, and promote positive lifestyle changes that are sustainable and realistic. With a client centered approach, I provide individualized nutrition counseling people of all ages. There is no “one size fits all” solution when it comes to achieving health.
My ideal client is someone living with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or another gastrointestinal condition who is motivated to use food and nutrition as a key part of their healing journey. They are open to making sustainable dietary changes, eager to understand how nutrition impacts their gut health, and committed to improving their quality of life through evidence-based guidance and compassionate support.
My ideal client is someone living with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or another gastrointestinal condition who is motivated to use food and nutrition as a key part of their healing journey. They are open to making sustainable dietary changes, eager to understand how nutrition impacts their gut health, and committed to improving their quality of life through evidence-based guidance and compassionate support.
I am a certified clinical nutritionist who helps clients meet their nutritional goals. I believe in tailoring a food plan to a client's individual health profile and life style needs. Especially rewarding is helping clients with unresolved health issues.
I am a certified clinical nutritionist who helps clients meet their nutritional goals. I believe in tailoring a food plan to a client's individual health profile and life style needs. Especially rewarding is helping clients with unresolved health issues.
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.