Girl, Who Told You That?

I have a sneaking suspicion that fiber just hired protein’s PR team. Suddenly it feels like the new "it" nutrient (which I do love as a dietitian), but for a lot of the women I work with, it just feels like one more thing to calculate at a meal-again like you’re taking a math test instead of eating lunch. Whether you've been taught to count fiber-rich foods in terms of "points&q...

If the word carbohydrate brings up feelings of guilt or a reflex to restrict, I want you to know that you aren't alone. For decades, we’ve been told that cutting carbs is the secret to health, but for many of us, it has only led to a cycle of hunger and frustration. In this episode, we’re setting the food rules aside to look at the science of how your body actually works. We’re exploring how w...

Welcome to a little corner of the internet where you can finally breathe again. I’m your host, Jacquelyn Ehmer, a registered dietitian-nutritionist with a passion for helping women finally find the joy in food again while supporting your health (& blocking out all the diet culture noise along the way!) In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Olivia from @foodfreedomwithliv for an unfiltered,...

In this episode, we are tackling the "protein problem". Does it feel like suddenly every single item (from your water to your popcorn) has added protein? If you've been second-guessing if you're eating enough protein to support your body as a woman, you're not alone. In this episode, we'll unpack: How protein became the "ultimate nutrient" in the past few decade...

Welcome to a little corner of the internet where you can finally breathe again. I'm your host, Jacquelyn Ehmer, a registered dietitian-nutritionist with a passion for helping women to finally find the joy in food again while supporting your health (& blocking out all the diet culture noise along the way!) In this debut episode, I'll share my journey and the purpose behind the creation...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide ! Today we’re breaking down processed & ultra-processed foods in a realistic, no-BS, evidence-based way. If you’ve ever felt pressure to avoid anything “processed” or worried that eating packaged foods makes you “unhealthy,” this episode is for you. As a dietitian, I see more and more people feeling anxious about processed foods, and it’s seriously increasi...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide! This episode is your go-to toolkit for managing GI symptoms through the unique challenges of summer. From beach days and travel plans to spontaneous BBQs and hydration hurdles, the summer season can stir up anxiety for anyone navigating digestive issues like IBS or SIBO. Regardless, you deserve to enjoy YOUR summer too (which is why I'm here to help!) In this...

This week on the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast, myself and Chelsea Shafer RD sit down for some real talk around the potential dangers of WIEIAD (what I eat in a day) videos & diet culture trends online. Grab your coffee, get ready for a couple laughs along the way, and let's get real on the dangers of diet culture & its potential long-term impacts on your gut health. In this episode we'll discu...

Gut health is often tied to expensive products, fancy supplements, and special foods that can make it feel like it’s just out of reach, especially when grocery prices keep rising. This week on the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast, myself and Dr. Emily RD sit down and talk the real facts about gut health-what is actually the most important to support your gut microbes-and how you can confidently shop with...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide! This year, we're diving into the most buzzworthy gut health trends to avoid in 2025. We’ve all seen gut health fads flooding our feeds, promising miracles and quick fixes, but are they really what your gut needs? In this episode, I’ll break down some of the most popular trends, unpack the science behind them, and share what the evidence says about their impact...

Have you ever scrolled through social media and felt bombarded with warnings that everything you're eating and using is toxic? In this episode of The Gentle Gut Guide Podcast , I’m diving into the truth behind the term “toxin” and separating the facts from the fear-mongering. What You’ll Learn in This Episode What the term “toxin” really means and how it’s commonly misunderstood. The biggest myths...

On this week's guest episode join myself & special guest Beth Rosen, RD for a discussion on the topic of social media and how it shapes our gut health beliefs. Beth is a registered dietitian who practices a non-diet approach to wellness and a Health At Every Size® philosophy. She works to help individuals who’ve struggled with chronic dieting, disordered eating, IBS, SIBO and other digestive d...

This week on the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast , we’re diving into one of the most fascinating topics in gut health: the gut-brain connection. In this episode, we break down the science behind the gut-brain axis, explain how the vagus nerve acts as the main communication highway between the gut and brain, and explore how stress can impact digestion and overall gut health. Here's what you'll lea...

On this week's guest episode, join myself and special guest Andy De Santis, RD for a discussion on the connection between liver and gut health! Andy is a kick-butt dietitian and 11x published author focused on helping individuals fight back against fatty liver disease (and many other conditions) through the power of nutrition! In this episode you'll learn: Learn about liver health & it...

This week on the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast , we’re diving into one of the most buzzed-about topics in the world of gut health: prebiotic sodas. These trendy drinks are popping up everywhere, but do they really live up to the hype? On this episode we'll cover: What prebiotic sodas are & breaking down marketing claims The types of fibers included in these drinks Potential benefits of these in...

On this week's guest episode, join myself and special guest Dr. Emily DPT for a discussion on the connection between pelvic & digestive health! Dr. Emily is an amazing doctor of physical therapy focused on women’s health! Emily helps individuals come back home to their bodies through focusing on hypothalamic amenorrhea, fertility, menstrual health, and pelvic floor! In this episode you&#39...

On today's guest episode, join myself and our special guest Dietitian Katie for a conversation about running & managing GI symptoms! Katie is a kick-butt sports dietitian who helps athletes ditch diet culture, learn how to eat for sport and improve their relationship with food! In this episode you'll learn: Katie’s inspiring running journey Strategies for fueling before, during, and af...

In this episode of the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast, we're breaking down the different types of fiber and the new hype term in the gut health world- prebiotics! You'll learn: The key differences between insoluble & soluble fiber + discover which foods are rich sources of both A summary on prebiotics and their unique role in supporting gut health How to incorporate prebiotics with condition...

In this episode of the Gentle Gut Guide podcast, we're discussing the unfiltered reality of living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) . Join me as we explore what IBS is, from its common symptoms to the misconceptions that often surround it. My goal in this episode is to provide a resource that individuals with IBS can share with their loved ones to provide education for further understanding...

On this month's guest episode, join myself and our special guest Dietitian Deanna for a conversation about food freedom and digestive conditions! Deanna is a dietitian, food freedom expert and business mentor & coach! I absolutely love chatting with her and I cannot wait for you to hear what she has to say! In this episode you'll learn: What does food freedom really mean (& no it’s...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast! Today’s episode is part of a series I’ve been doing on the podcast called Gentle Gut Guide Basics, where I will be discussing foundational topics related to gut health, IBS, SIBO, disordered eating, gentle nutrition, and intuitive eating. For this episode, we will be discussing five strategies you can start using TODAY to help manage bloating, you defi...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast! On this episode we are having a quick chat on the top tips I wish I knew before starting to re-challenge foods with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)! We specifically discuss the low-FODMAP diet which is used in managing symptoms of SIBO & IBS, dive into practical tips for having the best experience possible during the reintroduction sta...

On today's guest episode, join myself and our special guest, Savana (bodyimage.therapist), for a conversation around bloating & body image! Savana is a body image therapist who helps individuals heal their body image and find peace with food & their bodies! We’ll chat about why this topic is so important (especially in today’s social media world), how our brain responds to stress aroun...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide! This episode is part of a series I did on my Instagram page awhile ago called “Gut health trends: good or gone?”, where I will discuss the evidence around a popular gut health trend and you can decide if it’s good to stay or should be “gone”! In today's episode, we'll take a quick dive into the world of fermented foods, providing you with a brief guide...

Welcome back to the Gentle Gut Guide Podcast! On this week’s episode we will be discussing all things Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (also known as SIBO)! We will discuss what SIBO is, how it is diagnosed, reviewing common treatments, how it differs from other conditions, and who to turn to for nutrition advice! Listen for your comprehensive beginner's guide to SIBO, from a future dieti...