What is Methane SIBO?

Methane SIBO or Intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO) refers to an excessive build up of methanogenic archaea in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This can either reside in the small or large intestines. (1) Methanogens are microorganisms that produce methane gas as a byproduct of their metabolism. While they are normally present in the gut in small […]

Low FODMAP Protein Powder: Which Should you Choose?

If you are new to the Low FODMAP diet, you are probably realizing that there are many nuances that can make choosing things like low fodmap protein powders very difficult. In this article, we’ll dig into low FODMAP protein powder, exploring their benefits, considerations, and some of my choices in each category. Understanding the Low […]

When is it more than “Just IBS”?

You wake up thinking, is this it? Is my bloating finally gone? Walk straight into the kitchen and take that first sip of water and BOOM, just like that your belly expands to the point that you feel 6 months pregnant. You have been doing all the right things; low fodmap diet, exercising, adding more […]

Basic Whole Wheat Crepes: Creative Ways to Use Fruit

basic whole wheat crepes

If you are looking for the perfect recipe to use up that fruit in your refrigerator, then you NEED to try these whole wheat crepes! Have you stocked up on an excess fruit and vegetables during this pandemic with healthy intentions? Grocery shopping during this uncertain time can really be a struggle. The ease and […]

Meditation for IBS Symptom Management

meditation for IBS

When most people think IBS symptom management, their first thought is diet and being a dietitian, that is obviously my first recommendation. But IBS is much more complicated, and diet is just one factors in healing. Meditation for IBS symptom relief has been studied and found to be a great alternative to the conventional IBS […]

Low Carb Diets: Could it be hurting your gut health?

What is Gut Microbiome? How does low carbohydrate diets effect our gut health? Lacking in Fiber Lacking in Prebiotics Because low carbohydrate diets are lacking in dietary fiber, they are also deficient in prebiotics. These indigestible fibers travel through our small intestine and is fermented once they reach the large intestine. This fermentation process feeds […]