The Gut Show

Within the functional space of IBS, doctors visits tend to be really tense, and they tend to be filled with more negativity than positivity for patients and their experiences.One really big point of concern within the IBS community is the the relationship between GI provider and patient when dealing with digestive disorders like IBS and IBD. Getting help seems like a massive task, and accessing professional help and expert resources seems more impossible than winning the lottery. In today's episode, my guest Jennifer Fijor, is a nurse practitioner who works in the GI space and is passionate about breaking down barriers between patients and gut specialists. During our conversation Jennifer shares why there might have been tense relationships in the past with certain providers, some ways that you can advocate for better care yourself and how to best prepare for appointments to get the most out of your time. In this episode, we cover: Getting into gastroenterology and digestive disease as a nurse practitioner Why do patients have such poor experience with healthcare providers? The barriers of limited facetime and tight schedules Advocating for better care and how to talk about symptoms Finding alternative providers and help When to ask for referrals and the role diet plays Ensuring communication between different providers What if you could develop skills to help manage IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes per day? Today's episode is sponsored by Mahana Therapeutics, who has made cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) more accessible through their app, Mahana IBS. This is a new app that offers evidence-based CBT to reduce the severity of IBS symptoms - until the end of June 2022 this is available at no-cost for eligible patients. Get started now and download the app at mahanatx.com/TheGutShow. About our guest: Jennifer Fijor MSN, RN, FNP-BC is originally from Chicago, and moved out to Seattle approximately four years ago. The mountains, hiking, and activities brought her to the Pacific Northwest, and she is completely in love with it. She has been in G.I. for nearly 14 years, and started as a G.I. tech, continued to work as a G.I. nurse, then parlayed that into a nurse practitioner role. She has always been in love with G.I. for some strange reason, and she thinks it's because everyone in G.I. has a very odd sense of humor and she fits right in. You can find her on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok at @gutgalz She also has an IBS journal which can be helpful for patients who struggle with IBS and would like to discuss symptoms with their providers. Link: https://amzn.to/3rQBs0u Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Oftentimes the word IBS and IBD are thrown out there interchangeably with no real context or understanding. In reality, while there are many similarities between the two, there are also differences, and this extends to the way IBS and IBD are treated. In today's episode, I am talking to Neha Shah, a registered dietician, a certified nutrition support clinician, and a certified health education specialist that has been specializing in gastroenterology, gastrointestinal and liver health for the past 15 years. Neha is an expert in the field, and she breaks down some things to think about with these conditions from a medical side, but also from a practical nutrition application side. During our conversation, Neha talks about how she became a specialist in gastroenterology and digestive disease, the difference between IBD and IBS, the role food plays in managing inflammation, and what treatments are available for patients. In this episode, we cover: Neha's journey to getting into gastroenterology and digestive disease There is a science behind nutrients and the GI tract The difference between IBD and IBS Is remission in IBD possible? Similarities between IBS & IBD and the role food plays Diet misconceptions regarding IBS and IBD Approaches to treatment and management for IBS and IBD What role do fiber and other diets play? Today's episode is sponsored by Seed. Their signature product, the DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic, is a combination of science-backed probiotic strains and prebiotics that work in synergy to promote healthy digestion, ease of bloating, glowing skin, and more. You can learn more about Seed and the Daily Synbiotic at www.seed.com. Use my code erinjudge15 for 15% off your first month's supply. About our guest: Neha D. Shah MPH, RD, CNSC, CHES is a Registered Dietitian, a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician, and a Certified Health Education Specialist that has been specializing in gastrointestinal and liver health for the past 15 years. Neha was previously at Stanford Health Care, where she began her career specializing in nutrition for GI surgery, and then later, came into the Digestive Health Center there to inaugurate and build Nutrition Services for both the GI and Liver programs. There, she has counseled on all diagnoses, including celiac disease, gastroparesis, IBS, IBD, pancreatitis, fatty liver, and cirrhosis. With a physician, she also co-led the development of the outpatient Nutrition Support and Intestinal Rehabilitation programs. She also served as the Intestinal Transplant dietitian for the Intestinal Transplant program. Neha is now at UCSF, specializing in IBD and owns a private practice, Neha Shah Nutrition. In addition to patient care, Neha provides her expertise to GI research studies and has authored over 20 publications related to nutrition in inflammatory bowel disease and other GI nutrition related topics. Her purpose to contribute is to move nutrition care forward. Neha aims to empower her patients to implement nutrition strategies to resolve symptoms, expand variety, and restore a healthy relationship with the diet. Her interactions with her patients throughout the years has given her the skills, expertise and the knowledge to counsel for any nutrition concern related to GI and liver health. Website: www.nehashahnutrition.com Facebook/Instagram/Twitter: @nehagastrord Resource for IBD: Crohn's and Colitis Foundation www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org Resource for IBS: International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders www.iffgd.org Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Many doctors and experts recommend those suffering with IBS and other gut disorders to adopt a low FODMAP diet. These diets are often restrictive and lack a lot of flavour which many people find difficult to deal with. However, as more research goes into IBS there are warriors out there making diet a little more manageable. In today's episode, I am talking to special guest Ketan Vakil, fellow IBS warrior and founder of Gourmend. After dealing with stomach issues the majority of his life, he had to amend his diet to help heal his stomach but didn't want to sacrifice flavour! His company has developed low FODMAP alternatives with signature spices and flavours. During our conversation, Ketan shares how his cultural background and love for cooking influenced the way he approached his low FODMAP Diet. He talks about living with IBS, the connection between diet and your gut and what he hopes to see happen in the future for the low FODMAP world. In this episode, we cover: Ketan shares his journey to being diagnosed with IBS and starting his own food company Educating audiences on alternatives to high FODMAP foods How the products are developed at Gourmend Stigma and challenges around low FODMAP alternatives High quality ingredients are more expensive Seasonal produce The future of Gourmend What if you could develop skills to help manage IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes per day? Today's episode is sponsored by Mahana Therapeutics, who has made cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) more accessible through their app, Mahana IBS. This is a new app that offers evidence-based CBT to reduce the severity of IBS symptoms - until the end of June 2022 this is available at no-cost for eligible patients. Get started now and download the app at mahanatx.com/TheGutShow. About our guest: Gourmend was started by Ketan Vakil, who suffered from perplexing stomach issues since he was a teenager. It took years of doctor visits and testing, but he finally identified the problem: Ketan was having trouble digesting foods high in FODMAPs. What he needed was a diet that was low in these short-chain carbohydrates to put his gut problems behind him. Easier said than done. Part of a multicultural family, living in one of the best food cities in the world, Ketan was no stranger to cooking and eating rich, flavorful foods. But sticking to a low FODMAP diet meant cutting out garlic, onions, honey, legumes and other ingredients that were the base of many recipes that he loved. For a foodie, this was sad news to swallow. So Ketan set out to create his own ingredients that were low in FODMAPs but high in flavor—and reclaim the gourmet tastes he craved. By teaming up with experienced dietitians and organic farmers, he found FODMAP-friendly ingredients he could use to cook his favorite recipes again. But, as you now know, they were too delicious to keep to himself. Today Gourmend is working to bring the freshest, most flavorful cooking essentials to the table—ingredients that are gentle on the stomach without sacrificing a bit of gourmet taste. Links: Gourmend: https://www.gourmendfoods.com/ Low FODMAP Pantry Starter Kit: https://www.gourmendfoods.com/collections/low-fodmap-bundles/products/ultimate-low-fodmap-starter-kit Low FODMAP Diet Cooking Guide: https://www.gourmendfoods.com/pages/low-fodmap-diet-complete-guide-cooking-eating Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

There is a complex relationship between disordered eating, eating disorders and digestive disorders. It is important that these conversations happen in the GI space, and as health care providers we need to be cautious of how we are helping patients who are navigating care in this space, to prevent disordered eating patterns that can harm them further. In today's episode we have special guest Beth Rosen, a non diet registered dietitian specializing in GI nutrition and disordered eating. During our conversation Beth shares how her own experience with IBS inspired her to get into the field of GI and dietetics. She talks about how ED are actually a spectrum, how restrictive eating habits can present as digestive disorders or exacerbate them further and why seeking a community who understands you is the best way to support many patients who struggle with gut issues and diet. In this episode, we cover: Beth shares how she got into dietetics Working with patients who deal with ED and why it's a spectrum How ED patterns can present as a digestive disorder Tools and resources that can help Why diversifying your food intake doesn't help your gut overnight It's important to treat the ED first Shifting from the restrictive eating mindset due to GI issues What if you could develop skills to help manage IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes per day? Today's episode is sponsored by Mahana Therapeutics, who has made cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) more accessible through their app, Mahana IBS. This is a new app that offers evidence-based CBT to reduce the severity of IBS symptoms - until the end of June 2022 this is available at no-cost for eligible patients. Get started now and download the app at mahanatx.com/TheGutShow. About our guest: Beth Rosen, MS, RD, CDN is a non-diet Registered Dietitian specializing in GI nutrition and disordered eating based in Connecticut. She has been working in the field of nutrition for over 25 years. Beth helps clients find relief from digestive disorders such as Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS) and Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), Gastroparesis, Colitis, and GERD, as well as shares her knowledge with other health professionals via webinars, seminars, and peer mentoring. Beth is currently the vice-chairperson of the Dietitians in Gluten and Gastrointestinal Diseases (DIGID) subgroup of Dietitians in Medical Nutrition Therapy dietetics practics group of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is also the Director of Dietary and Nutrition Services for GI OnDEMAND, a partnership between Gastro Girl and the American College of Gastroenterology to provide integrative GI virtual care and support to patients. She has also designed techniques and programs to empower chronic dieters, disordered eaters, and those in eating disorder recovery to mend their relationship with food and their bodies. She has written for major online and print media, such as HuffingtonPost and FabUPlus Magazine, and has appeared as a recurring guest on the Fox 61 Morning Show in Hartford, CT. To learn more about Beth, her work, her online courses, and her philosophy, go to her website at www.BethRosenRD.com. Connect with Beth: IG, Twitter & Facebook: @BethRosenRD Download her free Own Your IBS Organizer: https://bethrosenrd.com/its-time-you-owned-your-ibs/ Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

One aspect of IBS that isn't often talked about is weight gain and weight loss. In general, resources and support for weight management while dealing with IBS is about as non-existent as support for IBS in mainstream healthcare. That doesn't mean the help doesn't exist, it's just harder to find. However, today's guest is an expert in helping her clients approach healthcare from a weight-neutral perspective while dealing with a digestive disorder. In today's episode, I am talking to Shana Spence, a fellow registered dietician nutritionist based in New York. Shawna is passionate about spreading the word on food freedom, nondiet approaches, and Health at Every Size health care. During our conversation, Shana talks about how to advocate for higher quality healthcare for yourself, the issue with stigmatizing language around weight in healthcare, and what Health at Every Size Matters. In this episode, we cover: Shana shares more about her own journey to becoming a dietician Intersecting anti-diet work with State-regulated healthcare Stigmatizing language around weight and its impact on community healthcare What is Health at Every Size How to advocate for quality healthcare Navigating healthcare with a chronic illness Today's episode is sponsored by Seed. Their signature product, the DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic, is a combination of science-backed probiotic strains and prebiotics that work in synergy to promote healthy digestion, ease of bloating, glowing skin, and more. You can learn more about Seed and the Daily Synbiotic at www.seed.com. Use my code erinjudge15 for 15% off your first month's supply. Get to know Shana: Nice to meet you! My name is Shana and I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist based in New York. I label myself as an "eat anything" dietitian. Life is already complicated, why restrict yourself? I wanted to create a platform for open discussion on nutrition and wellness topics considering all the information circulating around these days. Was I always interested in nutrition? No. In the not so long ago past I worked in the fashion industry and hated it. (Joke to myself: I got a B.S in Fashion Merchandising...get it?) I decided to make a change, go back to school and became involved in food policy and public health. Update: I love what I do and want to share as much as possible. Speaking engagements include Peloton, NEDA, Eating Recovery Center, and The Rose Retreats, NPR, FoodFluence 2022. Connect with Shana: IG: @thenutritiontea Website: www.thenutritiontea.com HAES Health Sheets & ASDA Resources: https://haeshealthsheets.com/resources/ Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Let's talk about sex baby and all the uncomfortable feelings that might arise when you suffer from digestive issues or IBS. It's not fun and can be a topic that a lot of people feel shame talking about. In today's episode, I am talking to Dr. Kelly Peterson. Kelly is a Doctor of Physical Therapy that specializes in pelvic visceral and orthopedic physical therapy. Amongst other things, Kelly is an expert on sex, IBS, and digestive issues. During our conversation, Kelly talks about concerns and discomfort about sex amongst patients with IBS, how you can take back control of your sex life, and the power of a healthy pelvic floor. In this episode, we cover: Kelly shares more about her professional career and private practice [2:16] Connecting the dots between your pelvic floor and other issues [13:05] Fear and shame around sex and GI issues [18:29] Sexual dysfunction and the pelvic floor [31:52] Seeking help from a pelvic floor therapist [40:17] Erectile dysfunction and your pelvic floor [47:43] This episode is brought to you by Nerva - a non-invasive, evidence-based, at-home IBS management tool. Nerva is an app that provides gut-directed hypnotherapy through a structured six-week program, followed by a maintenance plan. Use this link to try Nerva today at 30% off: https://nerva.app.link/thegutshow About our guest: Dr. Kelly Peterson, Doctor of Physical Therapy specializes in pelvic, visceral, and orthopedic Physical Therapy (PT). She currently practices at an outpatient clinic in Huntington Beach, California and has her own business providing worldwide online consultations, digital content (The Belly Whisperer® Method), and in-person services as the "The Belly Whisperer" in Orange County, California. Connect with Kelly: The Belly Whisperer® Method: https://the-belly-whisperer.teachable.com. For 15% OFF use CODE: GUTSHOW15 or during checkout Online & In-Person Appointments: https://www.bellywhispereroc.com Instagram & TikTok: @the.belly.whisperer Facebook: The Belly Whisperer YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvDUH6INzlJWFkgloc9PmgA Email: bellywhispereroc@gmail.com FREE Resources: https://the-belly-whisperer.teachable.com/courses Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Food insecurity does not only impact people who struggle to access food, it can also impact those on restrictive diets due to GI issues. In today's episode, I am talking to Kate Scarlata, who is a dietician based in the US with over 30 years of experience. Kate's expertise ranges from GI disorders, food intolerance, and the low FODMAP diet for functional gut disorders. Not only is Kate a leading dietitian in the country, she's involved in speaking in research, and also helps train dietitians across the country in the world! During our conversation Kate shares more about her research about food insecurity and kind of the pain that comes along with that, for those who live with digestive disorders and food intolerances. She also talks about her end hunger pain initiative and her own experience with GI issues during pregnancy. In this episode, we cover: Becoming a leader in digestive disorders and running a private practice [2:34] Developing an online presence and patient connection [8:07] The purpose of the End Hunger Pain Initiative [12:51] How poor access to food impacts those with GI issues [23:37] Advocacy for ending hunger pain [28:04] Resources for self advocacy [32:34] This episode is brought to you by Nerva - a non-invasive, evidence-based, at-home IBS management tool. Nerva is an app that provides gut-directed hypnotherapy through a structured six-week program, followed by a maintenance plan. Use this link to try Nerva today at 30% off: https://nerva.app.link/thegutshow About our guest: Kate Scarlata, MPH, RDN, LDN is a US-based dietitian with over 30 years of experience. Kate's expertise is in gastrointestinal disorders and food intolerance, with a particular focus on the application of the low FODMAP diet for functional gut disorders. She was awarded the Outstanding Massachusetts Dietitian Award and recognized as Boston's Best Dietitian by Boston Magazine. Kate is the author of numerous books and articles on digestive health topics including the New York Times Best Seller, The 21 Day Tummy Diet. Her latest book is The Low FODMAP Diet Step by Step. Kate completed her postgraduate training at Brigham and Women's Hospital, a Harvard Medical School teaching affiliate, and her Master's degree in public health at University of Massachusetts. Kate takes pride in her advocacy work for people living with IBS via her IBelieveinyourStory campaign (an awareness campaign for IBS that supports patients sharing their lived experience and raising money for IBS research) and her EndHungerPain initiative (an awareness and fundraising campaign that has raised recognition of the extra challenges of food insecurity in those requiring a special diet). Kate helped open the door to the first food pantry offering low FODMAP foods and has worked with industry to provide more foods that meet the needs of those living with food allergies or intolerances to food pantries across the US. Links: Twitter: KateScarlata_RD https://twitter.com/KateScarlata_RD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katescarlata/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FORADIGESTIVEPEACEOFMIND Resources mentioned in the episode: End Hunger Pain Initiative: https://www.katescarlata.com/endhungerpain Food Rescue: https://foodrescue.us/ Celiac Disease Foundation: https://celiac.org/ Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

In today's episode, I am talking to Katie Wilson, co-founder of BelliWelli, a low-FODMAP snack bar company geared towards those with IBS. The former matchmaker turned entrepreneur is on a mission to make life with IBS better and to remind people that Hot Girls Have IBS! During our conversation, Katie shares her own experience being diagnosed with IBS. She talks about her journey to creating BelliWelli, starting the discussion about IBS and why all hot girls have IBS. In this episode, we cover: From celebrity matchmaker to entrepreneur [2:17] A low-FODMAP snack and destigmatizing IBS discussions [13:23] Raising awareness and funds for IBS [19:40] Hot Girls Have IBS campaign [23:42] Scaling BelliWelli with retailers [29:10] Lessons for starting your own business [34:24] Today's episode is sponsored by Seed. Their signature product, the DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic, is a combination of science-backed probiotic strains and prebiotics that work in synergy to promote healthy digestion, ease of bloating, glowing skin, and more. You can learn more about Seed and the Daily Synbiotic at www.seed.com. Use my code erinjudge15 for 15% off your first month's supply. About our guest: Katie Wilson, former celebrity matchmaker and current IBS-sufferer, spent years struggling with gut health and discomfort. Recognizing the need for more delicious, low-FODMAP, gut-friendly snacks that can be eaten anytime and anywhere Katie and her husband Nick created BelliWelli, one of the only low-FODMAP, gluten-free, vegan, gut-friendly snacks on the market. Katie's mission is to educate people on the importance of a healthy gut and provide people with a delicious snack that can be enjoyed by anyone - anytime...anywhere. Connect with Katie & BelliWelli www.belliwelli.com tiktok: belliwellisnax IG: belliwellisnacks Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

IBS and other gastrointestinal issues are already hard enough to deal with, but what happens to the percentage of the population who not only suffer from IBS but are concerned about their fertility or are pregnant? In today's episode I am talking to Lindsey Davis, a registered dietician who has been with Innovate for the past year. As part of our practice, she works one to one with clients who are dealing with IBS motility disorders like gastroparesis, GERD and she also specializes in disordered eating with IBS. During our conversation Lindsey shares her own experience being diagnosed with IBS and navigating pregnancy and motherhood. She talks about the importance of self compassion as you navigate motherhood, body image throughout pregnancy, postpartum changes and IBS and what life is actually like after having kids. In this episode, we cover: Lindsey shares more about herself and how she became a dietician [3:34] Motherhood and IBS [8:21] The actual changes your body experiences during pregnancy with IBS [13:24] Is life different after having kids? [29:43] The best skill to have as a mother is the ability to be adaptable [45:46] Approaching the IBS conversation with kids [52:58] Empathy, tough conversations and motherhood [01:00:11] This episode is brought to you by Gourmend. Cooking on the low FODMAP diet can be a bit bland, especially without garlic and onion. Gourmend is changing the game for those with food intolerances by offering unique flavor substitutes that are more gut-friendly, including green onion powder, garlic scape powder, and garlic chive powder. They also have a low FODMAP, filler free chicken broth that's made with high quality ingredients. Their products have no additives, natural flavors, or preservatives, so you can bring gourmet taste with ingredients that you can trust to your kitchen. Try them out at gourmendfoods.com and save 15% off your order with code ERINJUDGE. You can also check out their cooking and low FODMAP resources on their website! About our guest Lindsey Davis, RDN, LDN: Lindsey was diagnosed with IBS around 12 years old. With little guidance, she fell into the trap of only eating "safe foods" that she knew didn't trigger symptoms. She lived many years under-nourished and in fear of foods. Now, as a dietitian at Gutivate, Lindsey has learned how to manage her IBS by taking care of both her mind and body. She no longer fears food and now nourishes her body with a variety of tastes and textures every day. She is passionate about helping you find that same freedom! You can work with Lindsey in our 1:1 or group programs, and connect with her more on Instagram @gutivate. Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Unfortunately in America, there are two major factors that prevent many of us from receiving adequate health care - an overburdened medical system and an insurance system that is costly and often exploitative. When faced with these challenges while dealing with a chronic illness it can seem like all hope is lost. However, today's guest is sharing with us everything she knows to help you to practice self-advocacy and how to navigate the insurance system. In today's episode, I am talking to Molly Dunham-Friel, founder of Better Bellies, a company focused on supporting and empowering patients and improving their lives despite having a chronic illness. She is an IBD & IBS patient advocate who is passionate about raising awareness when it comes to gut health and creating a community of IBD & IBS warriors. During our conversation, Molly shares her own experience of being diagnosed with IBD. She talks about the importance of transparency and IBS symptoms, advocating for your own health, and how to navigate insurance plans. In this episode, we cover: Molly shares her own experience dealing with a chronic illness [1:51] Finding the courage to speak publicly about IBD symptoms [4:18] The importance of self-advocacy [13:06] Questions to ask your provider [23:42] Navigating chronic illness and insurance plans [31:01] Issues with insurance and the impact it has on patients [54:03] This episode is brought to you by Nerva - a non-invasive, evidence-based, at-home IBS management tool. Nerva is an app that provides gut-directed hypnotherapy through a structured six-week program, followed by a maintenance plan. Use this link to try Nerva today at 30% off: https://nerva.app.link/thegutshow About our guest: Molly Dunham-Friel, MPH, is an IBD & IBS Patient Advocate, Advisor, Blogger, and Content Creator living with ulcerative colitis and IBS. Molly Founded Better Bellies by Molly, LLC, a business dedicated to improving quality of life for patients living with IBD and IBS. Molly supports and empowers patients via social media, partners with patient-centered organizations, and advises companies creating products, services, or technology for IBD and IBS patients. Join the community by following along on Instagram. Shout outs: Make sure to follow Molly @betterbelliesbymolly on Instagram! Links: Instagram: @betterbelliesbymolly Facebook: @betterbelliesbymolly YouTube: Better Bellies by Molly Web: www.betterbelliesbymolly.com Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal