Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Nutritionists and Dietitians in Union City, NJ

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Leslie Goldstein
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CDE
Serves Area
She specializes in Adult, Child and Teen Weight Management, General Wellness, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS), GERD and Bariatric Surgery.
Leslie combines her nutrition knowledge and passion with motivational support to help her clients make lifestyle changes. She works with her clients and other heath care professionals to help them understand and sort out fact from fiction in relation to nutrition. By implementing small changes one healthy step at a time, she conquers small goals with her clients leading to weight change and disease management.
She specializes in Adult, Child and Teen Weight Management, General Wellness, Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome ( IBS), GERD and Bariatric Surgery.
Leslie combines her nutrition knowledge and passion with motivational support to help her clients make lifestyle changes. She works with her clients and other heath care professionals to help them understand and sort out fact from fiction in relation to nutrition. By implementing small changes one healthy step at a time, she conquers small goals with her clients leading to weight change and disease management.
(201) 793-7826 View (201) 793-7826

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Michele Goldfine
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Other areas of expertise include disease prevention/management (heart health, pre-diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, etc).
I'm a dietitian specializing in disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting and intuitive eating. I provide a warm, open, and non-judgmental space to help you create a peaceful relationship with food, while developing a personalized and balanced approach to health and well-being that works for you. Do you feel preoccupied with thoughts about food and your weight, or perhaps you feel like you can’t be trusted to keep your favorite foods in your house? Maybe you feel anxiety around going out to eat with friends or that you feel stuck counting points/calories. If any of these resonate, I'd love to work with you!
Other areas of expertise include disease prevention/management (heart health, pre-diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, etc).
I'm a dietitian specializing in disordered eating, eating disorders, chronic dieting and intuitive eating. I provide a warm, open, and non-judgmental space to help you create a peaceful relationship with food, while developing a personalized and balanced approach to health and well-being that works for you. Do you feel preoccupied with thoughts about food and your weight, or perhaps you feel like you can’t be trusted to keep your favorite foods in your house? Maybe you feel anxiety around going out to eat with friends or that you feel stuck counting points/calories. If any of these resonate, I'd love to work with you!
(347) 252-9364 View (347) 252-9364
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Kerry Conlon • Digestive • Ibs • Sibo • Gut Dietitian
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
1 Endorsed
Matawan, NJ 07747
Having IBS myself, I truly relate to and empathize with others with digestive issues.
I help my clients stop fearing food because of their digestive issues. I help my clients beat bloat so they feel confident in their body and clothes. I help my clients to say yes, instead of no, to time with loved ones.
Having IBS myself, I truly relate to and empathize with others with digestive issues.
I help my clients stop fearing food because of their digestive issues. I help my clients beat bloat so they feel confident in their body and clothes. I help my clients to say yes, instead of no, to time with loved ones.
(732) 422-5708 View (732) 422-5708
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Erika Jacobson Nutrition & Wellness
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, there! I’m Erika, an integrative and functional dietitian who helps people with digestive issues who are tired of being told “everything is normal” - when you definitely don’t feel normal. I’m here to help you find the real root cause behind why you feel the way you do, so you finally eliminate the uncomfortable digestive symptoms that keep you from enjoying life.
Hi, there! I’m Erika, an integrative and functional dietitian who helps people with digestive issues who are tired of being told “everything is normal” - when you definitely don’t feel normal. I’m here to help you find the real root cause behind why you feel the way you do, so you finally eliminate the uncomfortable digestive symptoms that keep you from enjoying life.
(718) 395-4772 View (718) 395-4772
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Colleen D Webb
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CLT
Serves Area
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.
(646) 791-3597 View (646) 791-3597
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LBS Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CLT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Food/nutrition plays such a big role in our lives. By fully understanding each clients' specific needs, the LBS Nutrition Registered Dietitian's educate, create, and implement appropriate plans that will suit each individual's lifestyle. It is not a "one size fits all" approach. We work very closely with clients through one on one meetings, continuous online communication, offer weigh ins, support groups, cooking events, and more. We offer both in person and virtual visits. Most insurances accepted.
Food/nutrition plays such a big role in our lives. By fully understanding each clients' specific needs, the LBS Nutrition Registered Dietitian's educate, create, and implement appropriate plans that will suit each individual's lifestyle. It is not a "one size fits all" approach. We work very closely with clients through one on one meetings, continuous online communication, offer weigh ins, support groups, cooking events, and more. We offer both in person and virtual visits. Most insurances accepted.
(732) 587-7551 View (732) 587-7551
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Lorri B Katz
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MA, RDN
New Providence, NJ 07974
I am a seasoned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist dedicated to partnering with patients collaboratively to achieve their nutrition and health goals. Over the past 40 plus years, I have worked in healthcare settings ranging from wellness centers in integrative and functional nutrition to hospital and medical offices.
I am a seasoned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist dedicated to partnering with patients collaboratively to achieve their nutrition and health goals. Over the past 40 plus years, I have worked in healthcare settings ranging from wellness centers in integrative and functional nutrition to hospital and medical offices.
(973) 358-6290 View (973) 358-6290
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RoseAnnDogas RD LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Red Bank, NJ 07701
The Well Nourished Life Vision is to empower women and families to cultivate and sustain Life Balance by Nourishing the Body, Mind and Spirit. We believe in a Whole Person approach to health and well-being. We will identify your health concerns such as weight, blood sugar, hormones, stress, heart, gut and brain health, and then explore the healing power of food to re-balance your body. Together, we will co-create a wellness plan with nutrition & lifestyle strategies to achieve your goals. We will identify personal lifestyle barriers that are holding you back, then deconstruct them to reveal your best self.
The Well Nourished Life Vision is to empower women and families to cultivate and sustain Life Balance by Nourishing the Body, Mind and Spirit. We believe in a Whole Person approach to health and well-being. We will identify your health concerns such as weight, blood sugar, hormones, stress, heart, gut and brain health, and then explore the healing power of food to re-balance your body. Together, we will co-create a wellness plan with nutrition & lifestyle strategies to achieve your goals. We will identify personal lifestyle barriers that are holding you back, then deconstruct them to reveal your best self.
(609) 375-0425 View (609) 375-0425
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Michelle Dougherty RD
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
I assist individuals with disordered eating to the full spectrum of eating disorders. My approach is holistic in that I work with a clients "whole" lifestyle. We will collaborate on new strategies for day to day nutrition; meals at home, work, travel and school. I can develop plans and suggestions for individuals as well as families to help create ease with meals and decrease stress around eating. My clinical experience allows me to counsel for most medical conditions, setting attainable goals that become lifestyle modifications.
I assist individuals with disordered eating to the full spectrum of eating disorders. My approach is holistic in that I work with a clients "whole" lifestyle. We will collaborate on new strategies for day to day nutrition; meals at home, work, travel and school. I can develop plans and suggestions for individuals as well as families to help create ease with meals and decrease stress around eating. My clinical experience allows me to counsel for most medical conditions, setting attainable goals that become lifestyle modifications.
(908) 854-4041 View (908) 854-4041
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Olivia Jackson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
4 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Stacy O'Brien
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, CLT
Online Only
SIBO, IBS, Celiac Disease, food sensitivities, pre-diabetes, weight loss, high cholesterol, and lowering inflammation are all nutrition related!
GI is my specialty! Bloating, reflux, gas, constipation, diarrhea, stomach aches, food choices are things we can work on. With or without a formal diagnosis I can help you to feel better. We will focus on symptom relief AND finding the root cause of your GI discomfort. Gut health testing available as needed for SIBO, food sensitivities, gut microbiome, etc.
SIBO, IBS, Celiac Disease, food sensitivities, pre-diabetes, weight loss, high cholesterol, and lowering inflammation are all nutrition related!
GI is my specialty! Bloating, reflux, gas, constipation, diarrhea, stomach aches, food choices are things we can work on. With or without a formal diagnosis I can help you to feel better. We will focus on symptom relief AND finding the root cause of your GI discomfort. Gut health testing available as needed for SIBO, food sensitivities, gut microbiome, etc.
(973) 840-8578 View (973) 840-8578
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Carol Shepheard-Walwyn
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Montclair, NJ 07042
I help you finally achieve those long term health goals with personalized nutrition counseling and services that address your unique needs. With experience in a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, family practices and holistic centers, I am uniquely qualified to combine a traditional healthcare approach with an integrative perspective. I specialize in cardiovascular risk factors, metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, type II diabetes and weight management for adults and adolescents. Take control of your health. Create habits that last. Feel better for a lifetime. Email or call to learn more.
I help you finally achieve those long term health goals with personalized nutrition counseling and services that address your unique needs. With experience in a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, family practices and holistic centers, I am uniquely qualified to combine a traditional healthcare approach with an integrative perspective. I specialize in cardiovascular risk factors, metabolic syndrome, pre-diabetes, type II diabetes and weight management for adults and adolescents. Take control of your health. Create habits that last. Feel better for a lifetime. Email or call to learn more.
(973) 620-2910 View (973) 620-2910
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Niara Osman
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Online Only
I believe nutrition should feel supportive, realistic, and empowering—not overwhelming. My approach is personalized and judgment-free, focusing on evidence-based guidance that fits your lifestyle, culture, and goals. Whether you’re working on weight management, gut health, or improving lab values, I partner with you to create sustainable habits that lead to real, lasting results.
I believe nutrition should feel supportive, realistic, and empowering—not overwhelming. My approach is personalized and judgment-free, focusing on evidence-based guidance that fits your lifestyle, culture, and goals. Whether you’re working on weight management, gut health, or improving lab values, I partner with you to create sustainable habits that lead to real, lasting results.
(862) 292-9023 View (862) 292-9023
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Eat Well Live Well, LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, CDN
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am passionate and committed to improving health and wellness through Integrative and Functional Nutrition principles and guidelines, which include in-depth nutrition history, assessment and providing personalized nutrition care plans that include- appropriate diet/meal plan, supplement recommendations, and life style modifications,etc. In the past 25 years I have helped many patients with Diabetes, Cardio Metabolic Syndrome, Weight management & Bariatric nutrition, Gastrointestinal disorders ,Food sensitivities, Chronic fatigue syndrome, etc . I am a believer of the Ayurvedic saying: "When the Diet is Wrong, Medicine is of No Use. When the Diet is Right, Medicine is of No Need."
I am passionate and committed to improving health and wellness through Integrative and Functional Nutrition principles and guidelines, which include in-depth nutrition history, assessment and providing personalized nutrition care plans that include- appropriate diet/meal plan, supplement recommendations, and life style modifications,etc. In the past 25 years I have helped many patients with Diabetes, Cardio Metabolic Syndrome, Weight management & Bariatric nutrition, Gastrointestinal disorders ,Food sensitivities, Chronic fatigue syndrome, etc . I am a believer of the Ayurvedic saying: "When the Diet is Wrong, Medicine is of No Use. When the Diet is Right, Medicine is of No Need."
(732) 709-1662 View (732) 709-1662
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Whole Nutrition Center
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Rockaway, NJ 07866
Are you tired of feeling like you don’t have enough energy to support your busy life? Do you constantly feel bloated or that your body does not look and feel the way it used to? Are you frustrated and overwhelmed by all the misinformation constantly floating around the Internet about nutrition? Are you sick of fad diets or counting calories? Do you have a chronic illness that’s leaving you confused about the best food to fuel your body with? Are you fed up with putting a bandaid over your issues and you are now ready to get to the root cause?
Are you tired of feeling like you don’t have enough energy to support your busy life? Do you constantly feel bloated or that your body does not look and feel the way it used to? Are you frustrated and overwhelmed by all the misinformation constantly floating around the Internet about nutrition? Are you sick of fad diets or counting calories? Do you have a chronic illness that’s leaving you confused about the best food to fuel your body with? Are you fed up with putting a bandaid over your issues and you are now ready to get to the root cause?
(973) 221-8545 View (973) 221-8545
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Michaila Byers
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Newark, NJ 07104
Michaila is a registered dietitian who seeks to help patients achieve an overall sense of health and wellness. She creates a safe space for exploring nutritional patterns and concerns in a kind and non-judgmental way. Having worked at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Functional Medicine, she takes a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of symptoms. Her approach is patient-centered, tailoring each session to the client's individual wants and needs. When you collaborate with Michaila, she will guide you on a path to better health, optimizing nutrition and improving well-being.
Michaila is a registered dietitian who seeks to help patients achieve an overall sense of health and wellness. She creates a safe space for exploring nutritional patterns and concerns in a kind and non-judgmental way. Having worked at Cleveland Clinic's Center for Functional Medicine, she takes a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of symptoms. Her approach is patient-centered, tailoring each session to the client's individual wants and needs. When you collaborate with Michaila, she will guide you on a path to better health, optimizing nutrition and improving well-being.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Dr. Lori R Lee
Nutritionist/Dietitian, THD, RDN, CLT
Serves Area
MRT: the most accurate test for conditions with inflammation, allergies, eczema, GI issues, Crohn's, colitis, IBS, etc.
DR. LORI R. LEE, RDN, CLT, Founder of The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, has provided functional medical nutrition therapy & wellness services utilizing advanced integrative & functional medicine protocols for over 35 years. Her expertise includes treating patients with all health conditions, such as diabetes, cardiac, allergies, autoimmune disorders, cancer, & weight management. As a Certified LEAP Therapist (CLT), Lori specializes in Mediator Release Testing, which measures food & chemical sensitivities using targeted therapy to achieve optimal outcomes with 95% accuracy. Schedule your complimentary introduction call today!
MRT: the most accurate test for conditions with inflammation, allergies, eczema, GI issues, Crohn's, colitis, IBS, etc.
DR. LORI R. LEE, RDN, CLT, Founder of The Wellness Center of Northwest Jersey, has provided functional medical nutrition therapy & wellness services utilizing advanced integrative & functional medicine protocols for over 35 years. Her expertise includes treating patients with all health conditions, such as diabetes, cardiac, allergies, autoimmune disorders, cancer, & weight management. As a Certified LEAP Therapist (CLT), Lori specializes in Mediator Release Testing, which measures food & chemical sensitivities using targeted therapy to achieve optimal outcomes with 95% accuracy. Schedule your complimentary introduction call today!
(973) 671-1202 View (973) 671-1202
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Champion Athletes Sports Nutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MICP, CSN
Mahwah, NJ 07430
Champion Athletes Sports Nutrition programs are some of the most successful programs in the country. Clients from all over the country have been coming to our offices or using our online program to help them achieve their goals. We offer a holistic and fully customized approach taking into consideration our clients food preferences, training habits, sport, position, body composition and level of physical and mental development.. Every one of our clients receives a personal evaluation and 24/7 support and coaching. Unlike most practices which cater to adult clients.
Champion Athletes Sports Nutrition programs are some of the most successful programs in the country. Clients from all over the country have been coming to our offices or using our online program to help them achieve their goals. We offer a holistic and fully customized approach taking into consideration our clients food preferences, training habits, sport, position, body composition and level of physical and mental development.. Every one of our clients receives a personal evaluation and 24/7 support and coaching. Unlike most practices which cater to adult clients.
(855) 705-4735 x1 View (855) 705-4735 x1
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Alka Sheth
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
"Eat Smart, Live Well" is my motto - a really practical and fun way to help you achieve great health! I believe in holistic approach to nutrition - wholesome, natural, minimally processed foods. Not fad diets, diet pills, or quick weight-loss gimmicks. A well-balanced, nutritious diet doesn't have to be a punishment. You can eat smart AND enjoy it too. I would love to show you how! With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
"Eat Smart, Live Well" is my motto - a really practical and fun way to help you achieve great health! I believe in holistic approach to nutrition - wholesome, natural, minimally processed foods. Not fad diets, diet pills, or quick weight-loss gimmicks. A well-balanced, nutritious diet doesn't have to be a punishment. You can eat smart AND enjoy it too. I would love to show you how! With 20+ years of experience in nutrition counseling for management of weight, diabetes, obesity, heart disease and other medical conditions, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve healthy eating and lifestyle habits.
(609) 450-3026 View (609) 450-3026
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Sivam Diabetes & Primary Care LLC.
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DNP, FNP-C, RD, CDCES, APN
Newark, NJ 07106
Dr. Mavis Ermakov is an advocate for health and wellness, keen on promoting health literacy and access to healthcare for all. I have been trained as a Registered Dietitian, with multidisciplinary training as a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. In conjunction with more than thirty years of experience in healthcare in various settings, she has essential diabetes skills to adapt care and nutrition intervention that is culturally sensitive to meet a wide variety of health needs from infancy to senior care. She has a passion for taking care of patients with diabetes mellitus.
Dr. Mavis Ermakov is an advocate for health and wellness, keen on promoting health literacy and access to healthcare for all. I have been trained as a Registered Dietitian, with multidisciplinary training as a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. In conjunction with more than thirty years of experience in healthcare in various settings, she has essential diabetes skills to adapt care and nutrition intervention that is culturally sensitive to meet a wide variety of health needs from infancy to senior care. She has a passion for taking care of patients with diabetes mellitus.
(201) 571-6255 View (201) 571-6255
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.