Low-down on the Low FODMAP Diet

Low-Down on the Low FODMAP Diet: What’s It All About & Who Is It For?

The “Low-Down on the Low FODMAP Diet” article was originally written by dietetic intern & functional nutritionist Krista Wale, B.S. (nutritional sciences & dietetics), and it was edited, revised, & updated by Jenna Volpe, RDN, LD, CLT. It’s possible you’ve heard the term “FODMAPs” –  along with some hype about the low FODMAP diet circulating …

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Turmeric for IBS and Leaky Gut - Does it Work

Turmeric for IBS and Leaky Gut: Is it Helpful?

In the new health paradigm, more people are interested in learning about the potential benefits and claims of turmeric for leaky gut syndrome and/or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). (Can it actually help, or is it just another gimmick?) Fortunately for IBS sufferers, a new wave of emerging studies are revealing the effectiveness of turmeric for …

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Exploring the Connection Between IBS and Caffeine

Exploring the Connection Between Caffeine and IBS

If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), you may have been advised to avoid caffeine (among other things). But does restricting caffeine really make a difference?  It may seem that way at first glance, but that’s not always the case for IBS sufferers. In the world of nutrition and gut health, nothing is black-and-white!  …

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How to Choose the Best Milk for IBS Sufferers

What’s the Best Milk for IBS Sufferers? (2023)

As a former IBS sufferer and a holistic, functional dietitian nutritionist specializing in gut health, I’d love to pave the way for you by answering a frequently asked question that comes up a lot in my clinic: “What’s the best milk for IBS sufferers?” Let’s face it:  whether you’re suffering from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) …

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Lactose Intolerance vs Dairy Sensitivity

Lactose Intolerance vs Dairy Sensitivity: How to Tell Them Apart

If you suspect you have some “dairy issues” and you’d like to learn how to tell the difference between a lactose intolerance vs dairy sensitivity, look no further! In this article we’ll explore all things lactose and dairy in-depth from a holistic and functional nutrition lens, so you can get crystal-clear on what’s going on …

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What is Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and How Do You Know If You Have It

What is Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), and How Do You Know If You Have It?

Millions of people worldwide nowadays are suffering from some kind of “gut issues” which, at first glance, might seem to be irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). (Constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, gas, bloating, heartburn, nausea, etc.… the struggle is real!)   But what I’m finding in my functional nutrition clinic (after digging deeper) is that many people who …

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