Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians near Bozeman, MT
Leah works with: gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, GI cancers, GI surgery, GI trauma, IBS/IBD, bariatric surgery complications, bone marrow transplant, solid organ transplant, neurology, kidney disease and nutrition support management (enteral and parenteral nutrition).
Accepting in-person and virtual clients! We offer personalized nutrition services provided by a team of specialized registered dietitians in a safe, non-judgmental space. Kim is the owner of NNG and works with weight concerns in a weight-inclusive approach, chronic dieting, eating disorders/disordered eating, IBS and ADD/ADHD. Jessy works with athletes, plant-based diets, nutrient deficiencies, abnormal lab values, with an expertise in oncology and feeding tubes. Sara works with: type 1, type 2, gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes, cardiovascular disease, related metabolic abnormalities and prevention of diabetes and heart disease.
Leah works with: gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, GI cancers, GI surgery, GI trauma, IBS/IBD, bariatric surgery complications, bone marrow transplant, solid organ transplant, neurology, kidney disease and nutrition support management (enteral and parenteral nutrition).
Accepting in-person and virtual clients! We offer personalized nutrition services provided by a team of specialized registered dietitians in a safe, non-judgmental space. Kim is the owner of NNG and works with weight concerns in a weight-inclusive approach, chronic dieting, eating disorders/disordered eating, IBS and ADD/ADHD. Jessy works with athletes, plant-based diets, nutrient deficiencies, abnormal lab values, with an expertise in oncology and feeding tubes. Sara works with: type 1, type 2, gestational diabetes, pre-diabetes, cardiovascular disease, related metabolic abnormalities and prevention of diabetes and heart disease.
When food challenges us we often don’t know what next steps to take. Diets don’t work because restriction of food goes against our very nature. What does work is a willingness to look at habits and beliefs that define your life. The awareness of how we are with food is the keystone to changing unhealthy behaviors. And that awareness can positively effect our relationship with food forever.
When food challenges us we often don’t know what next steps to take. Diets don’t work because restriction of food goes against our very nature. What does work is a willingness to look at habits and beliefs that define your life. The awareness of how we are with food is the keystone to changing unhealthy behaviors. And that awareness can positively effect our relationship with food forever.
Does your relationship with food & body image cause you stress? You're not alone. My mission is to utilize a personalized, flexible, collaborative, & evidence-based approach to rebuild and ultimately heal your relationship with food and body while leaving the restrictive and compulsive mindset behind. Through nutrition counseling, we can address confusion around nutrition, disordered eating, emotional eating, negative body image, and eating disorders. I will assist you in discovering how to nourish yourself and helping you heal all the while optimizing your physical and mental well-being.
Does your relationship with food & body image cause you stress? You're not alone. My mission is to utilize a personalized, flexible, collaborative, & evidence-based approach to rebuild and ultimately heal your relationship with food and body while leaving the restrictive and compulsive mindset behind. Through nutrition counseling, we can address confusion around nutrition, disordered eating, emotional eating, negative body image, and eating disorders. I will assist you in discovering how to nourish yourself and helping you heal all the while optimizing your physical and mental well-being.
Do you or a family member have stress or anxiety around food, eating or body image? Do you notice yourself feeling anxious about what may be served for dinner? Do you ever feel discouraged because the last diet you tried "didn't work"? If you are a person that struggles with an eating disorder, chronic dieting, body image dissatisfaction, over/under eating, or emotional eating, I am here to help and you are not alone in this journey. I believe you can love your body and food simultaneously. It is possible for you to have a healthy relationship with food and your body so you can enjoy your life again.
Do you or a family member have stress or anxiety around food, eating or body image? Do you notice yourself feeling anxious about what may be served for dinner? Do you ever feel discouraged because the last diet you tried "didn't work"? If you are a person that struggles with an eating disorder, chronic dieting, body image dissatisfaction, over/under eating, or emotional eating, I am here to help and you are not alone in this journey. I believe you can love your body and food simultaneously. It is possible for you to have a healthy relationship with food and your body so you can enjoy your life again.
Hello! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Bozeman, Montana. I have a Bachelor of Science and a Masters in Food and Nutrition. I provide medical nutrition therapy to individuals struggling with chronic disease, digestive conditions, eating disorders, and overall nutrition well-being. I use an intuitive eating approach to promote change and empower individuals to create healthy and sustainable relationships with food. I aim to help eliminate shame and fear around foods and discourage fad diets and highly restrictive meal plans. As a team, we work together to make a plan that works best for you.
Hello! I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Bozeman, Montana. I have a Bachelor of Science and a Masters in Food and Nutrition. I provide medical nutrition therapy to individuals struggling with chronic disease, digestive conditions, eating disorders, and overall nutrition well-being. I use an intuitive eating approach to promote change and empower individuals to create healthy and sustainable relationships with food. I aim to help eliminate shame and fear around foods and discourage fad diets and highly restrictive meal plans. As a team, we work together to make a plan that works best for you.
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.