IBS

Recipes and articles on nutrition and herbs for people navigating IBS.

Is Maple Syrup Low FODMAP?

Is Maple Syrup Low FODMAP? (Expert Guidance on Maple Syrup and IBS)

If you’re following a low FODMAP elimination diet, you may find yourself searching for ways to safely satisfy your sweet cravings – and wondering, is maple syrup low FODMAP? Pure maple syrup happens to be one of my personal favorite low FODMAP sweeteners for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)! In this article I’ll share some fun, …

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Can Oatmeal and Oat Milk Cause Diarrhea

7 Reasons Oatmeal and Oat Milk Can Cause Diarrhea

Yup, you read that right!  If you’ve made it here, I’m guessing you suspect that oatmeal and/or oat milk could be triggering your symptoms of diarrhea – and you want to see if this is actually possible. As a gut health dietitian nutritionist, I’m here to confirm:  it’s entirely possible for oats, oatmeal, and/or oat …

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The Top 4 Prebiotic Drinks On the Market, According to a Gut Health Dietitian

The Top 4 Prebiotic Drinks to Try in 2023, According to a Gut Health Dietitian

Most people are familiar with probiotic drinks (hello kombucha and kefir)… but what about functional prebiotic drinks?!  As a functional dietitian and gut health nutritionist, I’m constantly on the lookout for products that promote optimal gut health. In my pursuit, within the last few years I’ve discovered some fun and fabulous prebiotic drink options – …

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Beans and IBS Expert Advice on How to Find and Enjoy Low FODMAP Beans and Legumes

Beans and IBS: Expert Advice on Enjoying Low FODMAP Beans & Legumes

“Expert Advice on Enjoying Low FODMAP Beans & Legumes with IBS” was written by dietetic intern and functional nutritionist Krista Wale, B.S. and reviewed, revised and updated by Jenna Volpe, RDN, LD, CLT. While beans are generally categorized as a “health food”, unfortunately they can be pretty troublesome for lots of people with irritable bowel …

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15 Dietitian-Approved Low FODMAP Lunch ideas

15 Simple & Delicious Dietitian-Approved Low FODMAP Lunch Ideas 

“15 Simple & Delicious Dietitian-Approved Low FODMAP Lunch Ideas” was written by dietetic intern and functional nutritionist Krista Wale, B.S. and was reviewed, edited and updated by Jenna Volpe, RDN, LD, CLT. Planning and preparing a healthy low FODMAP lunch each day can get overwhelming and time consuming, especially if you’re trying to follow a …

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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 reviewed, edited, & 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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