Inside Knowledge for people with IBS

IBS through your life time - Part 1 - Managing IBS in Children. The first of my mini-series about IBS at different stages of life. This episode covers: identifying digestive symptoms in children, understanding risk factors tips on tracking dietary patterns, and the importance of hydration and fibre how the child's birth method and early diet can influence gut microbiome development, communicating...

Justin was struggling with daily smelly gas and smelly stools when we started working together. This episode is about what changes he made to help him reduce the gas and stop worrying about his digestion. Work with me 3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/ Book a discovery call about working with me - https://calendly.com/annamapson/30min Ready for your gut reset?...

Can you eat sugary foods if you have IBS? And if so which types of sugars are ok? What about artificial sweeteners? This episode is all about sweet foods and how they affect your digestion. low FODMAP sugars and which ones to focus on if you’re following the low FODMAP diet how sugars are digested, and why certain types of sugars are harder for the body to handle than others. are artificial sweete...

If you're thinking about going vegan for a month but you have IBS here are some of the nutrients to look out for. DOWNLOAD - Get my low FODMAP vegetarian protein guide FREE - https://goodnessmenutrition.mvsite.app/products/courses/view/1152028 Work with me 3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/ Book a discovery call about working with me - https://calendly.com/anna...

Tempted to use a CGM to manage your IBS symptoms? Take a listen to this first to why I don't recommend continuous glucose monitors for people who don't have diabetes. I explain why blood glucose monitoring doesn't help with bloating, gas, and digestion. Discover what actually affects your IBS nutrition response to food, why CGM data misleads non-diabetics. Perfect for anyone tired of restrictive d...

This episode is the honest look at working with me. Sometimes despite trying everything my clients still have issues at the end of their 3 month Gut Reset. It might be because they aren't able to implement the recommendations, or physical and structural things, or they might need more help from a doctor. In this episode I share five examples of where my clients didn't really feel better. But you'l...

If you're constantly on the toilet this one is for you! Frequent bowel movements can be a result of your diet, lifestyle habits, food choices, or gut motility. This episode covers: What's a normal amount to poo? Common causes of frequent bowel movements Dietary interventions to reduce the poo frequency Supplements that might support you going less often. Links Episode 2 - Mindful eating Episode 4...

If you've ever had haemorrhoids due to your IBS then you're not alone, it's a common symptom of issues with going to the toilet. Whether you're IBS-D and going 8 times a day, or straining to get one out twice a week, this can be a recipe for piles. In this episode I cover Different types of haemorrhoids What causes them How your diet might affect piles Tips for nutrients to include if you want to...

Christmas can be a risky time for your digestion with parties, late nights, rich foods and changes in your routine. But there are ways to plan for a fun festive time, without the flare ups. This episode covers IBS essentials to pack when you go away Which traditional Christmas foods are typically well tolerated with IBS Managing your digestion during party season Listen all through December to pre...

Inflammation markers aren't normally raised in IBS, but there are several tests your doctor may run to rule out other conditions. In this episode I cover: Why foods aren't inflammatory What tests are common in IBS diagnosis and which inflammation markers are they looking for The role of diet in inflammation Work with me 3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/ Book a...

Food intolerance tests promise you a clear list of foods to avoid, but unfortunately it's just not a dream that's backed by research. In this episode I talk about: Why you're tempted with a food intolerance test What's the difference between food allergies and food intolerance? What makes IgG tests so unreliable Your next steps for measuring your response to foods What's the impact of following an...

Sophia was fed up with IBS ruining her life, "it's a nightmare!" Over 3 months working with me hear how Sophia was able to: calm down her digestion through adding more food, not cutting out more find the energy to exercise again change her relationship to food so that it wasn't a battleground reduce episodes of diarrhoea, bloating and headaches through diet and lifestyle changes. Work with me 3 mo...

Most people I work with have experimented with a gluten free diet to aid their IBS. Listen to this episode to hear how similar the symptoms of coeliac disease and IBS can be, and the rate of coeliac disease within the IBS population how to get tested for coeliac disease why it's not the best idea to give up gluten until you know you don't have coeliac disease Work with me 3 month Gut Reset - https...

Is IBS holding you back in life. Struggling with uncontrolled digestive symptoms can make it's mark on your social relationships, nutrition, work, exercise and mental health. If you're finding IBS is stopping you live as you want to then please get in touch to talk about working with me. Work with me 3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/ Book a discovery call abou...

This week I'm sharing some new research on IBS & SIBO and highlighting the practical elements that might affect you. Here are the 2024 studies I've reviewed: Oral microbiome & digestion - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11351600/   Difference in IBS and SIBO - https://www.dldjournalonline.com/article/S1590-8658(24)00876-4/fulltext   SIBO subtypes - https://www.ncbi.n...

If your IBS symptoms leave you confused, and you switch between slow and fast transit, you could have the Mixed type of IBS. IBS-M is when you alternate between constipation and diarrhoea, and still get the core symptoms like pain, bloating and straining on the toilet. This week I'm talking about How common is IBS-M subtype of irritable bowel syndrome? Potential causes of IBS-M Suitable diets for...

We all know stress can impact digestion, but what about anger, or feeling embarrassed. This week's episode is a little different, a run through common negative emotions and how they might be interacting with your IBS. How do fear, anger, shame and low mood affect IBS? What is alexithymia and how could it affect IBS? Support for dealing with difficult emotions Sending you support if this episode fe...

What's the best alcohol to drink when you have IBS? Unfortunately there isn't really a perfect drink (as you'll hear in this episode) but I do cover some possible options for you. I'll also share What alcohol does to your digestion (and how this affects IBS) What drinks to stay away from as they tend to trigger IBS worse What are the guidelines for alcohol per week (BTW - it's less than you think)...

We naturally make enzymes as part of digestion to break down fats, carbohydrates and protein. If you’re not producing enough of certain enzymes then it could be contributing to bloating and gas build up. In this episode of the Inside Knowledge podcast I’ll talk through the different types of digestive enzymes we make, why you might be low in them, options are for improving the way you break down y...

Are you tempted by an extreme diet like the carnivore, keto or vegan diet to manage IBS? these aren't diets I recommend, listen to Why these diets may help some individuals Why they aren't recommended for most people with IBS How restrictive diets can lead to disordered eating practices over time. Let me know if you have a question you'd like me to cover in a future podcast episode. Studies I refe...

Meet Liz, my client who became anxious after seeing blood in her stools, with constipation and bloating. Hear what Liz changed to get back on track. Work with me 3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/ Book a discovery call about working with me - https://calendly.com/annamapson/30min Ready for your gut reset? 🌍 I work with clients worldwide, providing remote consu...

This week I'm talking about things that can keep you stuck with IBS symptoms. These are things I see in my work with clients again and again. I'm talking about Supplements for IBS IBS diets Constant searching for a cure How your eating amounts can affect symptoms Your identity as someone with IBS I'd love to know what you thought of the episode - email me at info@goodnessme-nutrition.com DOWNLOAD...

Following on from last week (Ep 62 - Acid Reflux) this week is all about PPIs and how they affect the rest of your health. How does a proton pump inhibitor work to reduce stomach acid? Impact on your gut microbiome Nutrients impacted by reduced stomach acid - iron, magnesium, B12, calcium Are H2 blockers better than PPIs? How to tackle the acid rebound when stopping PPIs Work with me 3 month Gut R...

Acid Reflux isn't actually part of the IBS set of symptoms, but it's a common additional area of concern for many people I work with. This week I'm talking about Signs of reflux to watch out for How different foods affect your acid reflux What changes you can make to your eating pattern to improve reflux Tune in next week for more about the use of acid suppressing medication in PPIs and H2 blocker...

This episode is about how you try to force your body into routines that don't align with your natural rhythms. From Abby, who spent hours on the toilet each morning, to others struggling with similar challenges, I share five diverse experiences illustrating the pitfalls of forcing your body against its will. These stories highlight the importance of understanding and respecting your body's needs,...