Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Sussex County, DE
My approach goes beyond meal plans and scale numbers. I look at the full picture:
nutrition, gut health, hormones, blood sugar regulation, lifestyle habits, and more.
Whether you're managing diabetes, chronic inflammation, metabolic issues, or just want
to feel better in your body, we'll work together to create a plan that fits your life and get
to the root cause behind your symptoms. My goal is to be your guide, not just put a
bandaid over your problem, but to help you reconnect with your health and makes sense
of your symptoms, and build sustainable habits that support long-term wellness.
My approach goes beyond meal plans and scale numbers. I look at the full picture:
nutrition, gut health, hormones, blood sugar regulation, lifestyle habits, and more.
Whether you're managing diabetes, chronic inflammation, metabolic issues, or just want
to feel better in your body, we'll work together to create a plan that fits your life and get
to the root cause behind your symptoms. My goal is to be your guide, not just put a
bandaid over your problem, but to help you reconnect with your health and makes sense
of your symptoms, and build sustainable habits that support long-term wellness.
I use healthy lifestyle coaching and non-pharmaceutical approaches for clients diagnosed with Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol, IBS, GERD disease, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and many other debilitating conditions.
I am classically trained as a Registered Dietitian & Clinical Nutritionist, but specialize in Integrative & Functional Medicine. I have extensive expertise in nutrient, herbal and pharmaceutical interventions as well as lifestyle and integrative wellness approaches. In practice for over 45 years, I support clients challenged with auto-immune & inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, cardiovascular, endocrine, neurological & neuromuscular conditions. My clients receive a completely personalized "roadmap to health" that is designed for their unique lifestyle, preferences, health challenges and goals.
I use healthy lifestyle coaching and non-pharmaceutical approaches for clients diagnosed with Asthma, Hypertension, Diabetes, elevated cholesterol, IBS, GERD disease, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis and many other debilitating conditions.
I am classically trained as a Registered Dietitian & Clinical Nutritionist, but specialize in Integrative & Functional Medicine. I have extensive expertise in nutrient, herbal and pharmaceutical interventions as well as lifestyle and integrative wellness approaches. In practice for over 45 years, I support clients challenged with auto-immune & inflammatory diseases, GI disorders, cardiovascular, endocrine, neurological & neuromuscular conditions. My clients receive a completely personalized "roadmap to health" that is designed for their unique lifestyle, preferences, health challenges and goals.
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Why choose Healthy You Nutrition? I have 30 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist helping children and adults navigate their health journey by improving eating behaviors, supporting sustainable weight management, and addressing nutrition concerns that affect overall health. Many of my clients come to me after years of dieting, frustration with food, or difficulty maintaining healthy habits in real life.
Why choose Healthy You Nutrition? I have 30 years of experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist helping children and adults navigate their health journey by improving eating behaviors, supporting sustainable weight management, and addressing nutrition concerns that affect overall health. Many of my clients come to me after years of dieting, frustration with food, or difficulty maintaining healthy habits in real life.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
Because of my own personal health journey, I empathize with people who feel trapped and worried that their health challenges have become the new normal. I support my clients and make their voices heard in order to tackle the health challenge head-on.
You are tired of dieting and want to feel at peace with food and your body. You may be struggling with digestion issues, fatigue, or anxiety and want lasting change that feels supportive, not restrictive. You want to understand your body, feel nourished, and finally have food feel simple again.
You are tired of dieting and want to feel at peace with food and your body. You may be struggling with digestion issues, fatigue, or anxiety and want lasting change that feels supportive, not restrictive. You want to understand your body, feel nourished, and finally have food feel simple again.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
My passion is to help clients feel comfortable in their bodies through nutrition and discover the endless possibilities nutrition and holistic health can offer.
I enjoy helping clients find natural remedies to their chronic health conditions. Where medication is necessary, I enjoy helping clients navigate nutrition-related side effects, medication induced deficiencies, and/or adjunctive treatments/nutrients that can aid and assist their medications.
I am also passionate about helping clients navigate the influx of (often conflicting) nutrition information that we are exposed to on a daily basis!
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.
My passion is to help clients feel comfortable in their bodies through nutrition and discover the endless possibilities nutrition and holistic health can offer.
I enjoy helping clients find natural remedies to their chronic health conditions. Where medication is necessary, I enjoy helping clients navigate nutrition-related side effects, medication induced deficiencies, and/or adjunctive treatments/nutrients that can aid and assist their medications.
I am also passionate about helping clients navigate the influx of (often conflicting) nutrition information that we are exposed to on a daily basis!
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.