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“You need more fiber!” …said almost every gastrointestinal (GI) doctor, to almost all of their patients presenting with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms. If you’re dealing with gut issues of any kind, I’d bet $ you’ve probably heard this advice before. (*Sigh.*) Don’t get me wrong – as a gut health dietitian, I love fiber-rich …

Fiber: Friend or Foe?  (Why Fiber Helps Some People with IBS — and Hurts Others) Read More »

High fat foods (think: greasy fried foods, burgers, rich buttery pastries, real cream in your coffee, or even one too many spoonfuls of peanut butter) – while tasty, can sometimes be a trigger of irritable bowel symptom (IBS) symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, loose stools, and upset stomach. If you can relate, and find …

Do You Have a Fat Intolerance? (How to Tell if Your Diarrhea Is Linked to Dietary Fat Malabsorption) Read More »

Our body and brain need a certain amount of essential dietary fats from food each day in order to absorb vitamins, support the structure and function of our brain and nervous system, regulate hormones, and lots more. However, not everyone can tolerate higher-fat foods without feeling sick. A low-fat diet is a type of popular …

Low-Fat Diet Food List, Sample Meal Plan, & Downloadable PDF Read More »