Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians in White Plains, MD
Have you been diagnosed with any chronic health condition? Do you feel overwhelmed with your health? Need extra hand in getting back to your optimal health? Do you want to feel good again? then you need the best nutritional, holistic and integrative approach.
Have you been diagnosed with any chronic health condition? Do you feel overwhelmed with your health? Need extra hand in getting back to your optimal health? Do you want to feel good again? then you need the best nutritional, holistic and integrative approach.
Southern Maryland Dietitian: Lisa Hugh + Team
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DHA, MSHS, RD, LDN
White Plains, MD 20695
At Southern Maryland Dietitian it is understood that one diet, meal plan, or program does not fit all. That is why all services are highly individualized. There are no pre- packaged programs. Nutrition Counseling is available for children and adults. Our providers are in network with many insurance plans. Many of our patients have zero out of pocket costs.
At Southern Maryland Dietitian it is understood that one diet, meal plan, or program does not fit all. That is why all services are highly individualized. There are no pre- packaged programs. Nutrition Counseling is available for children and adults. Our providers are in network with many insurance plans. Many of our patients have zero out of pocket costs.
As a registered dietitian specializing in women’s health, thyroid health, food intolerances, and gut health, I also support clients with weight management, diabetes, and cardiovascular wellness. I offer personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling grounded in a holistic, science-driven approach. Using tools like MRT food sensitivity testing and nutrigenomics, I work to identify and address the root causes of health issues—empowering clients to reduce or avoid the need for medications whenever possible.
As a registered dietitian specializing in women’s health, thyroid health, food intolerances, and gut health, I also support clients with weight management, diabetes, and cardiovascular wellness. I offer personalized, evidence-based nutrition counseling grounded in a holistic, science-driven approach. Using tools like MRT food sensitivity testing and nutrigenomics, I work to identify and address the root causes of health issues—empowering clients to reduce or avoid the need for medications whenever possible.
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I am passionate about helping clients with improving overall diet and nutrition, gastrointestinal concerns such as IBS, colitis and the gut-brain interaction; women's health including perimenopause and menopause; and weight concerns.
Driven by her personal experience with Crohn’s disease, Molly is committed to helping women navigate their gut and hormonal health challenges. More specifically, she specializes in disorders of gut-brain interaction, celiac disease, autoimmune conditions, weight concerns, menopause, perimenopause, and GI disease and disorder. Her overall philosophy for all conditions includes intuitive eating in all sized bodies.
I am passionate about helping clients with improving overall diet and nutrition, gastrointestinal concerns such as IBS, colitis and the gut-brain interaction; women's health including perimenopause and menopause; and weight concerns.
Driven by her personal experience with Crohn’s disease, Molly is committed to helping women navigate their gut and hormonal health challenges. More specifically, she specializes in disorders of gut-brain interaction, celiac disease, autoimmune conditions, weight concerns, menopause, perimenopause, and GI disease and disorder. Her overall philosophy for all conditions includes intuitive eating in all sized bodies.
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.
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 intuitive eating, mindfulness, eating disorders, emotional eating, food allergies and sensitivities, vegan and vegetarian diets, diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, IBS and more.
I am a Registered Dietitian and Registered Yoga Teacher and am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through an overall lifestyle approach that is unique to each person. My focus is on helping clients create change in a balanced way, with a focus on intuitive eating and Health At Every Size. I believe that nutrition isn't just about food, but your entire lifestyle as well. Taking care of yourself through movement, adequate sleep, stress management and intuitive eating are all components of living a healthy life and my goal is to help you find what will work best for your lifestyle and needs.
I specialize in intuitive eating, mindfulness, eating disorders, emotional eating, food allergies and sensitivities, vegan and vegetarian diets, diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, IBS and more.
I am a Registered Dietitian and Registered Yoga Teacher and am passionate about helping clients achieve their goals through an overall lifestyle approach that is unique to each person. My focus is on helping clients create change in a balanced way, with a focus on intuitive eating and Health At Every Size. I believe that nutrition isn't just about food, but your entire lifestyle as well. Taking care of yourself through movement, adequate sleep, stress management and intuitive eating are all components of living a healthy life and my goal is to help you find what will work best for your lifestyle and needs.
Tired of living with the uncomfortable and unwanted symptoms associated with chronic illnesses like IBS and Crohn's?
As a LEAP therapist, I can help you solve your digestive difficulties & additional symptoms. Together we will investigate the root cause of symptoms vs only treating symptoms. I offer a functional approach to nutrition in order to achieve your ultimate goal, which may include specialized testing such as a stool test or micronutrient testing.
Tired of living with the uncomfortable and unwanted symptoms associated with chronic illnesses like IBS and Crohn's?
As a LEAP therapist, I can help you solve your digestive difficulties & additional symptoms. Together we will investigate the root cause of symptoms vs only treating symptoms. I offer a functional approach to nutrition in order to achieve your ultimate goal, which may include specialized testing such as a stool test or micronutrient testing.
Hi! My name is Emma Sharp. I am a Registered Dietitian in Maryland. I see patients in Greenbelt and Columbia, Maryland, as well as virtually across the US. Growing up loving science and animals, my passion for nutrition originated from researching plant-based nutrition to learn if I was able to achieve a healthy diet that aligned with my ethical beliefs and preferences. Upon learning how I could align my values with my health goals, I became passionate about studying nutrition in order to help others use the power of nutrition to their benefit!
Hi! My name is Emma Sharp. I am a Registered Dietitian in Maryland. I see patients in Greenbelt and Columbia, Maryland, as well as virtually across the US. Growing up loving science and animals, my passion for nutrition originated from researching plant-based nutrition to learn if I was able to achieve a healthy diet that aligned with my ethical beliefs and preferences. Upon learning how I could align my values with my health goals, I became passionate about studying nutrition in order to help others use the power of nutrition to their benefit!
Welcome to The Health and Healing Collective, a virtual private practice dedicated to making nutrition counseling stress-free and accessible. We understand that every body is unique, crafting personalized plans based on your health history, goals, and daily routine. Our commitment to affordability means we're in-network with major health insurance companies, often covering 100% with unlimited visits. We believe nutritional counseling should be accessible to all, which is why we accept insurance. With flexible meeting times, including weekends, and a user-friendly telehealth platform, our service is convenient wherever you are.
Welcome to The Health and Healing Collective, a virtual private practice dedicated to making nutrition counseling stress-free and accessible. We understand that every body is unique, crafting personalized plans based on your health history, goals, and daily routine. Our commitment to affordability means we're in-network with major health insurance companies, often covering 100% with unlimited visits. We believe nutritional counseling should be accessible to all, which is why we accept insurance. With flexible meeting times, including weekends, and a user-friendly telehealth platform, our service is convenient wherever you are.
If you're living with gastrointestinal issues such as IBS, Crohns disease, reflux, bloating, colitis, IBD, diverticulitis, pancreatitis, food sensitivities and GI cancers I can help you to find relief from your symptoms.
I'm passionate about working with clients individually and setting realistic nutrition goals. This leads to success with clients feeling healthy, energetic and symptom-free. I help my clients to understand their diagnosis while maintaining and encouraging a healthy relationship with food.
If you're living with gastrointestinal issues such as IBS, Crohns disease, reflux, bloating, colitis, IBD, diverticulitis, pancreatitis, food sensitivities and GI cancers I can help you to find relief from your symptoms.
I'm passionate about working with clients individually and setting realistic nutrition goals. This leads to success with clients feeling healthy, energetic and symptom-free. I help my clients to understand their diagnosis while maintaining and encouraging a healthy relationship with food.
My focus is on offering personalized nutrition counseling tailored to fit you and your lifestyle! I focus on weight management, mental health, and many other conditions and diseases.
My focus is on offering personalized nutrition counseling tailored to fit you and your lifestyle! I focus on weight management, mental health, and many other conditions and diseases.
Dr. Heard is a Licensed and Board Certified Doctor of Clinical & Functional Nutrition, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. She coaches women who want to improve their health and wellness. Dr. Heard has many years of experience working with people who have a wide range of health conditions. She primarily works with women ages 18+
Dr. Heard is a Licensed and Board Certified Doctor of Clinical & Functional Nutrition, and Certified Nutrition Specialist. She coaches women who want to improve their health and wellness. Dr. Heard has many years of experience working with people who have a wide range of health conditions. She primarily works with women ages 18+
I empower individuals to overcome health challenges and achieve their goals through personalized, sustainable plans. My approach is rooted in real food and the mind-body connection to support deep healing and lasting wellness. Whether you're navigating diabetes, digestive issues, or other conditions, I offer expert guidance, practical tools, and compassionate coaching to help you take charge of your health. With small, achievable steps, I make the journey simple, sustainable, and transformative—so you can thrive and live a vibrant, fulfilling life.
I empower individuals to overcome health challenges and achieve their goals through personalized, sustainable plans. My approach is rooted in real food and the mind-body connection to support deep healing and lasting wellness. Whether you're navigating diabetes, digestive issues, or other conditions, I offer expert guidance, practical tools, and compassionate coaching to help you take charge of your health. With small, achievable steps, I make the journey simple, sustainable, and transformative—so you can thrive and live a vibrant, fulfilling life.
Welcome to BRK the Cycle Nutrition! I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders and gut disorders through a personalized, compassionate approach. I believe that true health is not about restrictive diets or quick fixes, but about creating a sustainable relationship with food that nurtures both the body and the mind.
Welcome to BRK the Cycle Nutrition! I specialize in supporting individuals with eating disorders and gut disorders through a personalized, compassionate approach. I believe that true health is not about restrictive diets or quick fixes, but about creating a sustainable relationship with food that nurtures both the body and the mind.
Helena is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the VA, DC, and MD area who is dedicated to helping her clients re-discover a healthy relationship with food and their body.Over the years she has found a deep connection working with co-morbid health challenges that many times accompany disordered eating such as gastrointestinal conditions, Crohn’s Disease, and Hormonal Imbalances. She has strong experience working with the Binge Eating Population, along with other disorder. In all her practices she leads with the Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size(HAES) principles as she guides her clients towards food freedom
Helena is a Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the VA, DC, and MD area who is dedicated to helping her clients re-discover a healthy relationship with food and their body.Over the years she has found a deep connection working with co-morbid health challenges that many times accompany disordered eating such as gastrointestinal conditions, Crohn’s Disease, and Hormonal Imbalances. She has strong experience working with the Binge Eating Population, along with other disorder. In all her practices she leads with the Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size(HAES) principles as she guides her clients towards food freedom
My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.
My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.
We can help you tackle your health challenges and reach your goals with a sustainable plan that works for you. Our goal is to help you master your diabetes and/or digestive health using real food and a mind-body approach to healing. Our dietitians help individuals control and reverse diabetes, and heal gut issues so they can live a fulfilling life. We are committed to making the journey simple, sustainable and fun! We provide real-life tools, resources, and coaching support to help you thrive.
We can help you tackle your health challenges and reach your goals with a sustainable plan that works for you. Our goal is to help you master your diabetes and/or digestive health using real food and a mind-body approach to healing. Our dietitians help individuals control and reverse diabetes, and heal gut issues so they can live a fulfilling life. We are committed to making the journey simple, sustainable and fun! We provide real-life tools, resources, and coaching support to help you thrive.
Are you tired of trying different FAD diets, see them work for some weeks perhaps a few months, just to see your weight back as soon as you stop doing what it asks for? It's time to change! Let me help you find the ideal diet YOU are looking for that will last. If you are diabetic or have been diagnosed with a renal disease. All the food restrictions can be daunting. Let me help you find ways in which you can still enjoy food while controlling your condition.
Are you tired of trying different FAD diets, see them work for some weeks perhaps a few months, just to see your weight back as soon as you stop doing what it asks for? It's time to change! Let me help you find the ideal diet YOU are looking for that will last. If you are diabetic or have been diagnosed with a renal disease. All the food restrictions can be daunting. Let me help you find ways in which you can still enjoy food while controlling your condition.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD, RDN) who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders. Stephanie practices from a weight inclusive, Health at Every Size (HAES) approach. With over 15 years of experience in all levels of care, she is passionate about helping clients heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies by providing guidance on how to connect with their body and incorporate mindful eating into their everyday life. This journey toward intuitive eating includes, among other things, developing flexible meal plans, assisting with grocery lists, and guiding food exposures.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD, RDN) who specializes in the treatment of eating disorders. Stephanie practices from a weight inclusive, Health at Every Size (HAES) approach. With over 15 years of experience in all levels of care, she is passionate about helping clients heal their relationship with food, movement, and their bodies by providing guidance on how to connect with their body and incorporate mindful eating into their everyday life. This journey toward intuitive eating includes, among other things, developing flexible meal plans, assisting with grocery lists, and guiding food exposures.
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.