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The take control podcast is hosted by gastroenterologist specialist dietitian Kirsten Jackson and provides advice for people with irritable bowel syndrome. Each week you can expect to find an expert interview, IBS success story or tips and tricks from Kirsten. While the low FODMAP diet is covered, this is not the only solution for IBS management. Instead, the Take Control holistic method of targeting nutrition, sleep, movement and mental wellbeing will be presented in a format where the concept of TMI just doesn’t exist.

Kirsten Jackson


    • Sep 20, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 27m AVG DURATION
    • 31 EPISODES


    Latest episodes from Take Control - a podcast for people with IBS

    #S3E10: SIBO - diagnosis, management and treatment

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 34:40


    SIBO aka small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is a hot subject right now. Those with IBS are commonly misdiagnosed and actually have SIBO. But, how do you diagnose and treat this condition. In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian tells you how! Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E9: How to eat bread without bloating

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 17:21


    Bread is often blamed for bloating. We are told to cut out bread from our diets and that gluten is bad for us. But did you know that this is actually a myth and that bread is good for your gut? In this episode, Kirsten discusses how you can eat bread without bloating and the difference between a gluten free diet and a low FODMAP diet. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E8: IBS and the low FODMAP diet in children with dietitian Bahee Van de Bor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2021 31:25


    Did your IBS symptoms start as a baby or young child? Or perhaps you have a child with IBS and do not know where to turn to next. In this episode The IBS Dietitian, Kirsten Jackson, speaks to Bahee Van De Bor who is a paediatric specialist IBS dietitian. Bahee covers what symptoms are abnormal, the possible causes, what tests are needed and the low FODMAP diet. Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/  

    #S3E7: Food Freedom with dietitian Maeve Hanan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 28:57


    Some people claim that food is just fuel but we know from research that this is not the case. Food is also about emotions and social ques as well. While every food has a place in a healthy diet and occassionally overeating will make zero difference to your health, do you regularly over eat or consume foods you know will make your IBS worse? This is a common issue and something we can use intuitive eating methods for. In this episode, The IBS Dietiitan, Kirsten Jackson, speaks to specialist dietitian Maeve Hanan from Dietetically Speaking. She outlines what is this new method and how can you bring into your daily routine. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E6: The gut-skin connection with Dr Natalia Spierings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 22:37


    You have heard about the gut-brain axis but what about the skin-gut axis? Again there are so many claims out there is can be confusing! So before you rush off to buy an expensive probiotic for your acne, listen to this podcast! In this episode, The IBS Dietitian, Kirsten Jackson speaks to UK Dermatologist Dr. Natalia Spierings about all things gut-skin. Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E5: Dr Will Bulsiewicz, author of NYT best seller 'Fiber Fueled' - Navigating a plant based diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2021 55:21


    More and more people are wanting to follow a plant based diet for health reasons and also ethical reasons. Whilst the research does support that a plant based diet is beneficial for gut health (and other areas of health), many of the claims online are inaccurate. You may also find that switching to a plant based diet overnight can cause problems with your IBS. In this episode The IBS Dietitian Kirsten Jackson speaks to Dr B, New York Times best selling author of Fiber Fueled. Dr B is a world famous US gastroenterologist and a huge fan of educating the public on evidence based nutrition (aka no fads!). Mentioned on the podacast - Dr B's website: https://theplantfedgut.com/about/ Andrew Reynolds study: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1003053

    #S3E4: What is the low FODMAP diet and how does it improve symptoms?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 23:06


    The low FODMAP diet is a term which is thrown around casually but often, even people are following the diet don't actually understand what it is about. This can lead to a lot of confusion and actually incorrectly following the diet process. In this episode, The IBS Dietitian, Kirsten, what the low FODMAP diet is and the do's and dont's to avoid further harm to your gut. NICE guidelines for the management and diagnosis of IBS: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg61/chapter/1-Recommendations#diagnosis-of-ibs Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E3: Body image with Lottie Drynan from Tummy Diaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 30:00


    When you have IBS you relationship with your body is not normally very good. People will often say they feel 'fat' and 'frumpy' as their bloating expands up and down all day. And, let's be honest, the barage of 'perfect' body images on social media does not help the situation. In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian speaks to Lottie Drynan, founder of The Tummy Diaries and My Bloated Wardrobe. Lottie uses her Instagram account to normalise bloating and to teach us how to love our body no matter what shape it is. AND she has a following of 185k which shows how much of an issue this is! Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E2: What actually is IBS and how do you get diagnosed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2021 22:09


    We throw around the terminology of IBS quite a bit but do we actually understand what IBS is? Most people feel that when they get diagnosed with IBS that they didn't diagnosed with a 'real' condition. But actually this is not the case and it is key to understand the condition in order to control it and move forward. In this episode, The IBS Dietitian Kirsten Jackson will define what IBS the symptoms you should expect and how to get an accurate diagnosis. Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S3E1: Spot light interview with Bay Burdette - founder of Bay's Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2021 23:43


    Pre-made sauces usually contain onion, garlic and other high FODMAP ingredients which means that you usually have to make everything from scratch when on the low FODMAP diet. Luckily there is another option as Bay's Kitchen produces a huge range of suitable, low FODMAP certified options for you to enjoy. In this episode The IBS Dietitian Kirsten Jackson will be chatting to the founder of Bay's Kitchen to find out how this idea came about and how on earth she comes up with so many tasty sauces! Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

    #S2E10: Navigating a vegan diet when you have IBS

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 23:52


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks about the vegan diet whilst having IBS. She explains which macro and micronutrients you need to watch out for and how to navigate fiber intake. Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/    

    #S2E9: Colonoscopies with Gastroenterologist Dr Ramakrishnan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 42:10


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks to Gastroenterology consultant Dr Ramakrishnan about colonoscopies. Find out why doctors carry out colonoscopies and what you should expect Mentioned in the podcast: Contact details for Dr Ramakirshnan: https://www.spirehealthcare.com/consultant-profiles/dr-subramaniam-ramakrishnan-c4382946/  Dr Ramakrishnan's Instagram: @dr_ramsgastro Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E8: Pregnancy and digestive health with Dr Shikha Saxena

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 27:22


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks to Obstetrics and Gynaecology consultant Dr Shikha Saxena about how a women's digestive system is impacted through pregnancy and post-partum. Mentioned in the podcast - - Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar - Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E7: Pelvic floor and irritable bowel syndrome with Candice Langford

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 36:30


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' chats to Candace Langford who is a pelvic floor specialist physiotherapist from South Africa. Candace explains how pelvic floor changes in both men and women can impact the bowel function and IBS. Mentioned in the podcast  Candace Langford's Instagram: @nutureyourvagina Candace Langford's website: https://nurturepelvichealth.com Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E6: Client story - how Angela conquered her constipation after 35 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 27:26


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' chats with a member of the Take Control Program as they explain how they resolved their IBS-constipation dominant after suffering with it for 35 years. Mentioned in the podcast - Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E5: Supplements to avoid or take for your irritable bowel syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 17:57


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' covers the low FODMAP Diet. What is the low FODMAP Diet? What does it actually do? And, how do you do it safely? Mentioned in the podcast The Take Control Programme: https://thefoodtreatmentclinicltd.lpages.co/take-control-2021-launch-1/ Probiotics - https://thefoodtreatmentclinic.com/which-probiotics-are-good-for-ibs/ Glutamine research - https://thefoodtreatmentclinic.com/do-glutamine-supplements-help-ibs-supplements/ Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E4: How to improve your sleep for good gut health with Dr Saliha Afridi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 37:48


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson the IBS Dietitan, speaks to Dr Saliha, founder of The Light House Arabia. Dr Saliha provides a break down of why sleep is so important in gut health and what steps you can take to improve your quality and quantity of sleep. Dr Saliha also discusses why some people may find it difficult to sleep at times and what you can do about this. Mentioned in the podcast; Dr Saliha's Instagram @drsalihaafridi The Light House Arabia @lighthousearabia Kirsten Jackson @the.ibsdietitian Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E3: Spotlight interview with co-founder of FODMAP Everday Dédé Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 31:46


    In this episode Kirsten Jacksons talks to Dédé Wilson, co-founder of FODMAP Everyday and celebrated author of multiple cookbooks, including The Low FODMAP Diet Step by Step. Dédé discusses how her own personal journey to IBS freedom inspired her to help 1000's of others by providing trusted low FODMAP resources. Mentioned in the podcast  The Low FODMAP Diet Step by Step book https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/9780738219349?gC=098f6bcd4 Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E2: Disordered eating and irritable bowel syndrome with BBC Dietitian Priya Tew

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 28:19


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks to BBC Dietitian Priya Tew on eating disorders and IBS. They cover what the connection is between the two conditions and how to manage your IBS safely when you have had a history or current eating disorder. Mentioned in the podcast - Priya Tew's Instagram - @Priya_Tew - Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar - Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    #S2E1: How to save an extra hour each day so you have time to concentrate on your health and IBS goals

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 23:38


    When it comes to solving your IBS, you may be panicking about not having the required time to make the changes. In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks you through a step by step process to guide you on managing your time to free up some room for you to concentrate on getting your IBS under control. Mentioned in the podcast: Off the grid app: Off the Grid - Digital Detox Kirsten Jackson: https://thefoodtreatmentclinic.com/ Thank you to our sponsor FODMAP Everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

    How to combat bloating with host Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian | S1E10

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 18:35


    In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson covers the awful IBS symptom of bloating. What causes bloating and what changes you can make to stop bloating from happening. Mentioned in the podcast - Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar - Thanks to our sponsor Symprove - www.symprove.com

    Clincal Hypnotherapy and IBS management with Clinical Hynotherapist Judith Ward | S1E9

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 26:19


    In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian, interviews Judith Ward, Clinical Hypnotherapist as she discusses the role of clinical hypnotherapy in the management of IBS. They chat about how this type of therapy works and how you can implement some elements into your every day life.   Mentioned in the podcast You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com  Follow Judith Ward on IG @judithwardhypnotherapy Judith's website: https://judithwardhypnotherapy.co.uk/ Thank you to our sponsor Symprove, you can find out more about Symprove at www.symprove.com

    Coeliac disease and IBS with Specialist Dietitian Cristian Costas | S1E8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 28:19


    In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian, chats to Christian Costas, an NHS gastroenterology specialist dietitian. They chat about the cross overs between IBS and coeliac disease as well as accurate coeliac disease testing as part of an IBS diagnosis. Mentioned in the podcast You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com  Contact for Cristian @coeliac_dietitian Thank you to our sponsor Symprove, you can find out more about them at www.symprove.com  

    How to lose weight when you have IBS with Consultant Dietitian Ro Huntriss | S1E7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2021 29:15


    Ro Huntriss is a consultant weight loss dietitian and Kirsten's co-founder of The Weight Loss for IBS programme. On today's episode Kirsten and Ro chat about why it is so difficult to lose weight with IBS and what you can do about it.   Mentioned in the podcast You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com  The Weight Loss Programme: https://thefoodtreatmentclinic.com/healthy-weight-from-the-inside-out/ Contact dietitian Ro Huntriss on IG @dietitianro Thank you to our sponsor Symprove, you can find out more about them at www.symprove.com

    How a general practitioner manages IBS with UK GP Dr Lowe | S1E6

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2020 24:27


    Dr Charlotte Lowe is a UK NHS general practitioner (family medicine doctor). In this episode Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian, chats to Dr Lowe about what patients should be expecting when they see their GP and how to prepare for their appointment. She also covers the frustrations of many people with IBS who feel that they didn't get a good experience with their GP. Mentioned in the Podcast; You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com 

    How to cope with IBS as a student | S1E5

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 22:23


    In today's episode, Kirsten speaks to Serena Bansal, previous client and student IBS sufferer. In this episode, Serena talks about how her IBS affected her as a university student and how she implemented the nessary changes into her diet and lifestyle to improve her symptoms. She also shares her postiive story as she talks about how life as a student has changed since having IBS control. Thank you to our sponsor Symprove, you can find out more about them at www.symprove.com

    Easy low FODMAP recipe creation with Emma Hatcher author of The Low FODMAP Kitchen| S1E4

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 26:19


    In today's episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian, speaks to Emma Hatcher author of The FODMAP Friendly Kitchen Cookbook. Emma talks about how she found her love of FODMAP friendly foods through her own journey with IBS and how to easily create yummy low FODMAP food. In this episode you can be sure to come away with tips that suit any time schedule and lifestyle.   Mentioned in the Podcast; You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com  Low FODMAP miso cookies Emma's recipe mailing list sign up: http://eepurl.com/hdMh0b Find Emma @shecanteatwhat on instagram Thank you to our sponsor Symprove, you can find out more about them at www.symprove.com

    Tackling IBS as a busy mum - Client Story | S1E3

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2020 23:01


    In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, the IBS dietitian, chats with previous client and busy mother Mahi. Mahi is Egyptian (where food is naturally packed with FODMAPs), she is a mother and a writer. So how did she manage this all? Find out in this episode and take away some time-saving IBS hacks. You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com    Thank you to our sponsor Symprove.  

    Are your IBS symptoms gynae related? With Consultant Obestrician and Gynaecologist Dr Salma Ballal I S1E2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 22:27


    In this episode Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian, chats with Dr Salma Ballal, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist. They discuss how many gynae symptoms are masked as IBS and at what point you should see the gynaecologist. They also talk about how the low FODMAP diet helps those with endometriosis. Mentioned on the Podcast; You can find out more about Kirsten's IBS Take Control program via her website: www.thefoodtreatmentclinic.com  You can contact Dr Salma Ballal @motherstorksworld Thank you to our sponsor Symprove. You can find out more about Symprove on their website www.symprove.com 

    How a gastroenterologist manages IBS with Gastroenterologist Dr Hossam Al Hilou| S1E1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 32:39


    In today's episode, Kirsten speaks to UK trained gastroenterologist Dr Hossam Al Hilou. Dr Al Hilou talks you through what to expect when seeing a GI doctor, discussing some key assessments that are required. He also covers issues around inaccurate diagnosis's and whether IBS is a 'real' condition. Mentioned In the Podcast - NICE guidelines for IBS: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg61 - ROME IV IBS criteria: https://irritablebowelsyndrome.net/clinical/new-rome-iv-diagnostic-criteria/ Thank you to our sponsor Symprove. You can find out more about Symprove on their website www.symprove.com 

    Introduction and overview of the Take Control IBS Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2020 6:44


    Introduction and overview of the Take Control IBS Podcast

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