Think you're chewing your food enough? Most people don’t! Why does it matter, and what are the signs you might be skimping on chewing? In this episode of The Gut Show, we’ll explore why chewing matters, how to know if you’re not doing it enough, and easy ways to improve. Tune in wherever you enjoy your podcasts or comment "chew" below for the links…

Not sure if you might have IBS or want to understand the tests that can help diagnose it? Listen to this episode of The Gut Show, where Gutivate RD Natalie joins me to discuss lab work, common tests, and how to talk to your doctor if you’d like to explore additional testing options. Covered in this episode: Gutivate RD Natalie is our guest today! […

Does it seem like garlic and onion are in everything, forcing you to choose between removing them and having bland food, or keeping them and experiencing IBS symptoms? Tune into this episode of The Gut Show to talk about why it's so hard to replace these 2 ingredients, my favorite garlic and onion free products, and tips for eating at home and dini…

Feeling stressed? You’re not alone. While some things are out of our control, I hope to offer a fresh perspective that could help bring relief from your IBS symptoms. Covered in this episode: Often we know this but don’t address it [1:45] The benefit of talking about this again [3:09] Gut brain connection[4:41] Symptoms from stress [8:29] Visceral …

Are you someone who spends a lot of time on the toilet? If so, do you know what this can do to your body? Let’s talk about why you might be spending so much time in the bathroom, the consequences of this, and some alternatives to try instead. Covered in this episode: The point of this episode [2:10] The goal of sitting on the toilet [3:22] Pelvic f…

Today, we're tackling one of the questions we get asked the most... You've probably come across ads or seen influencers promoting food sensitivity tests—but do they really work? Catch today’s episode of The Gut Show with Gutivate RD @jessiehoffman_phd to find out what you should consider before ordering a test! Covered in this episode: Gutivate RD …

What are electrolyte powders and can they help with your IBS symptoms? Tune in to today’s episode of The Gut Show to discover what these popular water additives really are, how to choose a powder, and what to consider before giving them a try! Covered in this episode: What are minerals? [2:41] What if we are missing minerals? [4:42] Common minerals…

If you have digestive issues, you may have thought about tracking your symptoms, but what exactly do you track? How should you track it? What do you do with that information once you have it? This episode of The Gut Show will answer all of these questions - tune in now! Covered in this episode: The goals of tracking and logging [1:54] What do you a…

What's IBS? Is IBS your fault? Who should be on your healthcare team? When should you start logging? Where do you start managing IBS? If you have any of the above questions...this episode is for you! In this episode, we cover: 2:06 What is IBS? 2:51 What causes IBS? 3:13 Is IBS your fault? 4:41 Assemble your team 5: 38 Tests for IBS 6:34 How a regi…

April is IBS Awareness Month and to celebrate, we’re hosting a month long party for those with IBS! When you sign up, you'll be able to attend weekly live virtual sessions, chances to win prizes from our sponsors, and special offers from gut-friendly brands including OWYN, FODZYME, Sunfiber, Schar, Monash, Ginger & Dandelion, FIG and FODMAP Friendl…

Do you need to follow a plant based diet? Is more fiber always better? Does everyone have a parasite to kill? For the final episode of season 6 of The Gut show, let’s break down some gut health myths and cover the nuance of these hot topics! And as we close down this season, if you have found value in any of our episode - a review on iTunes, rating…

“What can we do to make you not only adapt but thrive?” Dr. Laurie Keefer is a groundbreaker in the world of GI psychology and today she is sharing her research and expertise on The Gut Show! Her study on IBD and resilience as well as her prior work has really shifted the conversation and created a lot of talk in the digestion world. Her work led t…

On today’s The Gut Show episode, we talk about what bile is, how it’s playing a role in your IBS symptoms, and how to start talking to your doctor target this piece of the IBS puzzle. In this episode, we cover: What is bile [2:02] Why is bile released into the small intestine [2:42] Bile is a detergent [3:30] What is bile made up of [4:21] Eliminat…

Does your IBS get worse when you eat “healthy” foods? On today’s The Gut Show episode, we talk about why this happens and how you can keep your gut happy while still improving your nutrition. In this episode, we cover: What does “healthy” mean [2:16] Large increase of fiber very quickly [6:36] Inflammation [9:32] Increasing plant foods [11:08] FODM…

It’s possible to break the stress-symptom cycle… Gut-brain therapies can help target this cycle and be an effective part of an IBS treatment plan. Today’s episode on The Gut Show breaks down what gut-brain therapy is, how it works and the different options available. **Correction** at 21:47, the website mentioned is romegipsych.org In this episode,…

Was your IBS caused by a foodborne illness? On this episode of The Gut Show, I talk about foods that are commonly linked to foodborne illness, how food poisoning can cause IBS, and what you can do to avoid a foodborne illness. In this episode, we cover: Most common foodborne illness [2:22] Foods most linked to illness [2:51] Food poisoning and IBS …

Do you feel lost in the contradicting health info online? If you don’t know where to turn or who to trust, this episode of The Gut Show is for you! In the most unbiased way I can, I talk about why these contradictions exist, how to navigate them, and how to find information you trust. In this episode, we cover: Why do these contradictions exist [4:…

You’ve probably heard about digestive enzymes and may be wondering…do I need these!?! On this episode of The Gut Show, I talk about what digestive enzymes are, if you need to take them, and how to improve your body’s production of enzymes. In this episode, we cover: Regulation of supplements [1:49] What are digestive enzymes [3:36] Where are the en…

Your diaphragm is involved in breathing, but did you know it’s also involved in digestion? For this episode of The Gut Show, I spoke with @prioritypt_and_wellness about how pelvic floor physical therapy is for more than just your pelvic muscles, how this therapy can help digestion, and the role the diaphragm plays in digestion. In this episode, we …

Have you been told you have gastritis? Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining. You may have heard about this condition following an endoscopy or when experiencing a burning sensation in your stomach…but often times, patients aren’t sure what causes this to happen or how to fix it. I see this a lot with my patients, so let’s break down what…

In this episode I talk with Dr. Mark Pimentel, a leader in the small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) world. We talk about what his team is doing to push research forward for SIBO and IBS, new developments in SIBO, breath testing and gasses produced, as well as things that will be coming out soon for treatme…

We know the gut and brain are connected and that the nervous system plays a role in this connection, but what exactly is your nervous system and what causes it to malfunction? What does it mean to regulate your nervous system and what can you do to achieve this? In this episode, we cover: What is your nervous system [1:42] Endocrine system [2:33] D…

Is your thyroid impacting your gut? Thyroid function is closely related to digestive system function, so this is something to be aware of if you’re struggling with chronic gut symptoms. Tune into the latest episode of The Gut Show to learn more about why the thyroid does and what happens when function is off. In this episode, we cover: What is the …

What does the immune system have to do with IBS? Let's dive into this topic as we discuss the major components of the immune system, the role of the immune system in gut health and more! In this episode, we cover: [1:29] The role of the immune system [3:34] Parts of the immune system [11:16] Destruction of the pathogens [14:54] Innate immune system…

What is diet culture and how can it mess up your gut? Did you do this to yourself? Is there a way out? Listen now as we discuss all of the above! In this episode, we cover: What is diet culture? [2:35] Healthism [4:24] How does diet culture play a role in gut health? [6:21] Nocebo effect [7:13] Placebo effect [7:54] Self sabotage [8:31] Hyperfocus …