The Gut Show

Food doesn't cause IBS. But the fear around food? That's real.   In this episode of The Gut Show, I'm talking about when restrictions help, when they don't, and what else could be driving your symptoms.     Thank you to our partners:   @GemelliBiotech offers trusted, science-backed at-home tests for conditions like SIBO, IMO, ISO, and post-infectious IBS.   Their Trio-Smart breath test measures al...

If you're doing "all the right things" for IBS but still struggling, it might be time to look beyond IBS itself.   In this episode of The Gut Show, I talk with Dr Lee and Dr Singh about other conditions that can mimic or worsen IBS symptoms, such as food intolerances, malabsorption, SID and bile acid diarrhea.   Covered in this episode:  Introducing our guests [3:29] Food intolerance vs food aller...

Could a past food poisoning incident be the reason your gut hasn't felt right since? In this episode of The Gut Show, we're diving into how foodborne illness connects to IBS—and what you can do to protect yourself. Have you ever traced your IBS back to a foodborne illness?   In this episode, we cover: My goal with this episode [3:10] The most known cause of IBS [3:34] How do you get foodborne illn...

Struggling with sleep and IBS? You're not alone and there's a deeper connection than you think.    Tune in to the latest episode of The Gut Show to learn from @pacificintegrativepsych to learn more! From melatonin to mindset, we've got integrative tools you can actually use tonight!   Mentioned in this episode:  Melatonin brand guide   What's your poop personality? MASTER Method Membership   Thank...

Still struggling with IBS symptoms, even after trying everything?   It might not be "just IBS."   In the first episode of The Gut Show, Season 8, Dr. Mark Pimentel breaks down the connection between SIBO, IMO, ISO, and IBS, and what patients need to know about testing, treatment, and what's actually causing your symptoms.   We talked about breath tests, stool tests, probiotics, antibiotics (like R...

If you have IBS or a digestive disorder, managing symptoms might require avoiding certain foods, but... It's important to focus on what you're adding to your diet, not just what you're taking away. Eliminating foods may provide short-term relief, but relying on this approach can sometimes cause more symptoms in the long run. Listen to today's episode of The Gut Show to discover how to manage sympt...

Trying to stay healthy this holiday season? 🎄 Did you know your gut health plays a role in supporting your immune system? 🦠   While there's no way to completely avoid getting sick, the latest episode of The Gut Show explores simple steps you can take to strengthen your immune system and feel your best.   It's cold season! [1:16] What is your immune system? [2:30] Major components of the immune s...

What happens in your body between meals?     On today's episode of The Gut Show, we dive into gut motility and the Migrating Motor Complex (MMC) — your digestive system's built-in "housekeeper" that kicks in between meals to keep things moving!   Tune in to learn how meal timing can make a real difference for your gut health and digestion!   Join the MASTER Method Membership Take the poop personal...

Ginger is one of my favorite ingredients for a gut-healthy diet, especially for managing IBS!   In this episode of The Gut Show, I'll share how I incorporate ginger into my diet and give you some easy ideas for adding ginger to your meals.   Covered in this episode: Is ginger a superfood? [1:30] Bioactive compounds [3:06] Why is ginger recommended for digestion?  [6:55] Nausea [12:07] Digestion fr...

Think you're chewing your food enough? Most people don't!   Why does it matter, and what are the signs you might be skimping on chewing?   In this episode of The Gut Show, we'll explore why chewing matters, how to know if you're not doing it enough, and easy ways to improve.   Covered in this episode: This topic is one of my most viral videos [1:27] What is chewing and why is it important? [3:20]...

Not sure if you might have IBS or want to understand the tests that can help diagnose it? Listen to this episode of The Gut Show, where Gutivate RD Natalie joins me to discuss lab work, common tests, and how to talk to your doctor if you'd like to explore additional testing options. Covered in this episode: Gutivate RD Natalie is our guest today! [1:18] Lack of testing for IBS [7:38] Red flags tha...

Does it seem like garlic and onion are in everything, forcing you to choose between removing them and having bland food, or keeping them and experiencing IBS symptoms?   Tune into this episode of The Gut Show to talk about why it's so hard to replace these 2 ingredients, my favorite garlic and onion free products, and tips for eating at home and dining out.   Covered in this episode:   Replacement...

Feeling stressed? You're not alone. While some things are out of our control, I hope to offer a fresh perspective that could help bring relief from your IBS symptoms.   Covered in this episode: Often we know this but don't address it [1:45] The benefit of talking about this again [3:09] Gut brain connection[4:41] Symptoms from stress [8:29] Visceral hypersensitivity [11:55] Increased tension [13:5...

Are you someone who spends a lot of time on the toilet? If so, do you know what this can do to your body?    Let's talk about why you might be spending so much time in the bathroom, the consequences of this, and some alternatives to try instead.    Covered in this episode: The point of this episode [2:10]  The goal of sitting on the toilet [3:22] Pelvic floor [3:56]  Aren't muscles supposed to str...

Today, we're tackling one of the questions we get asked the most...   You've probably come across ads or seen influencers promoting food sensitivity tests—but do they really work?   Catch today's episode of The Gut Show with Gutivate RD @jessiehoffman_phd to find out what you should consider before ordering a test!   Covered in this episode: Gutivate RD Jessie [1:23] One of my most asked questions...

What are electrolyte powders and can they help with your IBS symptoms?   Tune in to today's episode of The Gut Show to discover what these popular water additives really are, how to choose a powder, and what to consider before giving them a try!   Covered in this episode: What are minerals? [2:41] What if we are missing minerals? [4:42] Common minerals [5:51] Calcium [5:58] Sodium [6:45] Magnesium...

If you have digestive issues, you may have thought about tracking your symptoms, but what exactly do you track? How should you track it? What do you do with that information once you have it?   This episode of The Gut Show will answer all of these questions - tune in now!   Covered in this episode:  The goals of tracking and logging [1:54] What do you actually track? [9:05] How do you reflect on w...

What's IBS? Is IBS your fault? Who should be on your healthcare team? When should you start logging? Where do you start managing IBS?   If you have any of the above questions...this episode is for you!   Covered in this episode: 2:06 What is IBS?  2:51 What causes IBS? 3:13 Is IBS your fault? 4:41 Assemble your team 5: 38 Tests for IBS  6:34 How a registered dietitian can help  9:19 Other members...

April is IBS Awareness Month and to celebrate, we're hosting a month long party for those with IBS! When you sign up, you'll be able to attend weekly live virtual sessions, chances to win prizes from our sponsors, and special offers from gut-friendly brands including OWYN, FODZYME, Sunfiber, Schar, Monash, Ginger & Dandelion, FIG and FODMAP Friendly. This episode will go into more detail about wha...

Do you need to follow a plant based diet? Is more fiber always better? Does everyone have a parasite to kill? For the final episode of season 6 of The Gut show, let's break down some gut health myths and cover the nuance of these hot topics!  And as we close down this season, if you have found value in any of our episode - a review on iTunes, rating on Spotify, and/or subscription on YouTube all m...

"What can we do to make you not only adapt but thrive?" Dr. Laurie Keefer is a groundbreaker in the world of GI psychology and today she is sharing her research and expertise on The Gut Show! Her study on IBD and resilience as well as her prior work has really shifted the conversation and created a lot of talk in the digestion world. Her work led to the foundation of Trellus Health - which teaches...

On today's The Gut Show episode, we talk about what bile is, how it's playing a role in your IBS symptoms, and how to start talking to your doctor target this piece of the IBS puzzle.   In this episode, we cover: What is bile [2:02] Why is bile released into the small intestine [2:42] Bile is a detergent  [3:30] What is bile made up of [4:21] Eliminating waste from the body [6:06] What happens to...

Does your IBS get worse when you eat "healthy" foods?  On today's The Gut Show episode, we talk about why this happens and how you can keep your gut happy while still improving your nutrition.    In this episode, we cover: What does "healthy" mean [2:16] Large increase of fiber very quickly [6:36] Inflammation [9:32] Increasing plant foods [11:08] FODMAPs [13:45] Powders and supplements [14:35] To...

It's possible to break the stress-symptom cycle… Gut-brain therapies can help target this cycle and be an effective part of an IBS treatment plan.  Today's episode on The Gut Show breaks down what gut-brain therapy is, how it works and the different options available.   **Correction** at 21:47, the website mentioned is romegipsych.org   In this episode, we cover: Gut brain therapies + IBS [2:20] T...

Was your IBS caused by a foodborne illness?  On this episode of The Gut Show, I talk about foods that are commonly linked to foodborne illness, how food poisoning can cause IBS, and what you can do to avoid a foodborne illness.    In this episode, we cover: Most common foodborne illness [2:22]  Foods most linked to illness [2:51] Food poisoning and IBS [4:10] How does this actually happen [4:26] C...