The Gut Show

If you have IBS or a digestive disorder, managing symptoms might require avoiding certain foods, but... It's important to focus on what you're adding to your diet, not just what you're taking away. Eliminating foods may provide short-term relief, but relying on this approach can sometimes cause more symptoms in the long run. Listen to today's episode of The Gut Show to discover how to manage symptoms while supporting your nutrition!    Join the MASTER Method Membership Take the poop personality quiz Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: Instagram: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate TikTok: @erinjudge.rd Website Schedule a consult Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body.

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What happens in your body between meals?     On today's episode of The Gut Show, we dive into gut motility and the Migrating Motor Complex (MMC) — your digestive system's built-in “housekeeper” that kicks in between meals to keep things moving!   Tune in wherever you listen to podcasts to learn how meal timing can make a real difference for your gut health and digestion!

Ginger is one of my favorite ingredients for a gut-healthy diet, especially for managing IBS!   In this episode of The Gut Show, I'll share how I incorporate ginger into my diet and give you some easy ideas for adding ginger to your meals.   Do you use ginger? Let me know in the comments!

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!   Covered in this episode: This topic is one of my most viral videos [1:27] What is chewing and why is it important? [3:20] Signs you aren't chewing enough [4:36] How much should you be chewing? [14:12]   Join the MASTER Method Membership   Take the poop personality quiz   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate   www.gutivate.com   Schedule a consult   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.    My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body.

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! [1:18] Lack of testing for IBS [7:38] Red flags that could mean you may need more tests [11:13] How to talk to your doctor about getting more testing  [13:12] Common tests done for IBS [16:18] What about tests for constipation? [18:50] SIBO [20:51] IBS Smart test [22:39] Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin: https://www.instagram.com/erinjudge.rd https://www.instagram.com/gutivate Schedule a consult call: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall  Free course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up What's your poop personality? https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/657789ba420624001409ca1a

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 dining out.   Covered in this episode:   Replacement ideas to try [8:45] Why is it so hard to replace garlic and onion? [9:53] What about when you're eating out? [10:56] Modifying meals at home [11:54] How can I get rid of my IBS symptoms right now? [12:27] Infused oils [13:46] Flavor replacer [16:36] Spices and herbs [18:55] IBS friendly brands [19:39] Low FODMAP recipes [22:31] Using enzymes [24:47] Is it bad to rely on these products? [27:38]   What are FODMAPs?   Join the MASTER Method Membership    Take the poop personality quiz   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course    Track your symptoms & understand your body better! My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body.

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 hypersensitivity [11:55] Increased tension [13:59] Instead of focusing on this [16:25] Stress overload [20:31] Stressors [22:17] How to expand your capacity [25:24] Long term [28:52] Supportive habits [31:27]   Mentioned in this episode:  Join the Master Method Membership    Need help with IBS or another digestive disorder? Schedule a consult IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course        

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 floor [3:56]  Aren't muscles supposed to stretch? [5:39] But that's my alone time! [8:08] Other options if you need a break [12:41] But I'm constipated [13:53] But I have diarrhea [17:42]   Mentioned in this episode: MASTER Method Membership  

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 Jessie [1:23] One of my most asked questions [5:28] What is a food allergy [7:40] Food intolerance and sensitivity [8:54] The marketing of food sensitivity tests[12:00] Can you test for enzyme deficiencies [13:53] Food sensitivity tests [16:00] Do you need a practitioner to review your test? [18:00] Is there any harm in taking a food sensitivity test? [22:18] The benefit of support [30:50] As dietitians, our goal is [31:45] If you've already taken a food sensitivity test [35:15] Just because science doesn't support something [40:10]   Mentioned in this episode: MASTER Method Membership   What are FODMAPS?   The low FODMAP diet should NOT be the first thing you do for IBS   Low FODMAP recipes   Follow Gutivate RD Jessie on Instagram

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 [5:51] Calcium [5:58] Sodium [6:45] Magnesium [9:44] Potassium [11:36] Iron [12:16] Copper [16:15] Zinc [17:27] Iodine [18:35] Are minerals and electrolytes interchangeable? [19:43] What are electrolytes? [20:05] Dysautonomia/POTS [20:50] Deficiencies [21:26] Does diarrhea impact needs? [22:12] Testing [22:49]  Should you be taking supplements? [23:38] How to choose [25:59] Other minerals [28:57] Always check ingredient label [32:53] Next week we will talk about [34:23]   My Gut Journal:  https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal Connect with Erin: https://www.instagram.com/erinjudge.rd https://www.instagram.com/gutivate Free course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up What's your poop personality? https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/657789ba420624001409ca1a Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method

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 actually track? [9:05] How do you reflect on what you tracked?   [15:18] Can you reflect on your own? [17:32] When tracking becomes obsessive [18:28] Resources for tracking [21:11] My Gut Journal [22:13] Make sense of what you tracked [24:12]   My Gut Journal: https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal Connect with Erin: https://www.instagram.com/erinjudge.rd https://www.instagram.com/gutivate Free course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up What's your poop personality? https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/657789ba420624001409ca1a Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method      

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 registered dietitian can help  9:19 Other members of your healthcare team  12:46 Establish baseline 17:55 Start logging 20:20 Support the digestive process   Join the MASTER Method Membership   What's your poop personality?    Free course   Connect with Erin: Instagram Facebook Website   Helpful blogs:    What is IBS?   Why is eating healthier making you feel worse?   What triggers IBS symptoms?   Should you try a low FODMAP diet?   Will IBS ever go away?       

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 Friendly. This episode will go into more detail about what to expect at the summit. You can sign up (it's free!) at: bit.ly/ibs-warrior-summit **Please note, the bonus session with Austin has been changed to April 4th at 4 pm 0:09 What is the IBS Warrior Summit? 0:33 How much does it cost? 1:28 Do I have IBS? 2:12 Can I join the summit from anywhere in the world? 2:29 Can I ask questions? 2:46 I can't make it, will the live sessions be recorded? 3:20 How long will I have access to these webinars? 4:16 What is the full schedule? 4:34 Wednesday, April 3rd 6:05 Wednesday, April 10th 7:30 Wednesday, April 17th 8:50 Wednesday, April 24th 10:04 Austin Chiang, MD MPH 11:24 Kate Scarlata MS RD and GI psychologist Dr. Megan Riehl PsyD 12:17 Will these be on zoom? Will they be recorded? 12:25 Are you sure all of this is free? 13:08 Discounts and giveaways 13:22 OWYN 13:44 FODZYME 14:09 Sunfiber 14:25 Modify Health 14:51 Monash 15:13 Ginger & Dandelion 15:43 FIG 16:24 Schar 16:42 FODMAP Friendly   Connect with Erin: https://www.instagram.com/erinjudge.rd https://www.instagram.com/gutivate Free course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up  What's your poop personality? https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/657789ba420624001409ca1a Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method

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 on Spotify, and/or subscription on YouTube all mean so much and help us reach a larger audience.  What should we cover in Season 7?    In this episode, we cover: Do you need to be plant based to manage symptoms [2:27] Does saturated fat intake impact motility [7:29]   Is more fiber always better [10:25] What is fiber [11:17] Does more fiber mean more gas [13:54] Does this mean you're backed up with poop [14:24] Fiber intake goal [15:40] Does everyone have a parasite to kill [17:51] What are parasites [18:11] Can you get a parasite in the United States [19:21] Where do you get parasites? [22:22] Where does the parasite myth come from [23:52] Do you need repeat parasite cleanses [29:30]    Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by FODZYME, the world's first enzyme blend that targets FODMAPs, gas-causing carbohydrates and common gut triggers.  Mixing FODZYME with your food allows the enzymes to integrate and break down the FODMAPs lactose, GOS, and fructan, before they can affect your gut. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME can help you reduce overall FODMAP load, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. Say goodbye to digestion drama with the help of FODZYME. Learn more at fodzyme.com and use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off any single order   Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   YouTube: www.youtube.com/@gutivate TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinjudge.rd Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/gutivate   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

“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 to the foundation of Trellus Health - which teaches patients with IBD and IBS to learn and build resilience, both physical and emotional. In this episode, we cover: Where did your work begin [1:50] The resilience 5 [3:32] Resilience is the opposite of stress [7:34] “Just stress less” [11:00] When people say they aren't resilient [12:37] The line between realism and being realistic [13:41] The assessment process [15:48] Team based approach [17:16] Prioritization of where to start [18:33] Trellis Health [22:53]   About our guest: Dr Laurie Keefer, PhD is a GI Health Psychologist and Professor of Medicine and Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She has a more than 20 years of experience in the development and implementation of behavioral therapies for chronic digestive disorders, including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). She currently directs the GRITT Program, an integrated care model for Crohn's and ulcerative colitis patients within the IBD Center at Mount Sinai Hospital. She maintains a clinical practice focused on psychosocial concerns among medically complex IBD. Her research focuses on the application of positive psychology principles, particularly resilience and acceptance to the management of chronic digestive conditions. She has sustained NIH funding since 2008, including holding the first ever T32 Training grant for young investigators at the intersection of physiology and psychology. She continues to focus on the development of precision-based, scalable GI self-management interventions and recently co-founded Trellus Health, Inc, a digital care solution for the chronic conditions based on her GRITT Methodology. Dr Keefer is Founder and Chair of the Rome Foundation's GastroPsych group and serves on the Board of Directors of the Rome Foundation. She has more than 200 peer-reviewed publications and recently co-edited the Handbook of Psychogastroenterology for Mental Health Professionals. Dr Keefer is a sought-after speaker, mentor and collaborator. Dr Keefer received her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Albany in New York and completed a residency and fellowship in health psychology at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. She has been a champion for integrated behavioral care in gastroenterology and has trained many in this model around the world. She lives in Northern NJ with her husband, two teens and dog.    Trellus Health: https://trellushealth.com/   Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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] Eliminating waste from the body [6:06] What happens to bile [6:29] Gallbladder removal [9:52] Small intestine [11:12] Where do things go wrong [13:09] What can you do about this [13:46] Bile buildup [16:57] Bile acid malabsorption [17:17] How to test for this [19:08] What happens if you've had your gallbladder removed [22:09]   Mentioned in this episode: Today's episode is sponsored by Better Blends, a low FODMAP certified protein powder tailored for all the digestion troubled. Packed with 20g of protein, 7g of fiber, 3g of MCT oil, prebiotics, and more, Better Blends delivers nutrition you can trust in every serving. Get yours today at www.betterblends.com and enjoy 25% off a single order using code: Gutivate25. This excludes Sample Packets.  You can also follow along with them on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok @getbetterblends.   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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] FODMAPs [13:45] Powders and supplements [14:35] Too much protein [16:23] Increase in exercise [19:18] Tips to avoid this [23:15]   Mentioned in this episode:  Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com and save 20% off your order with code GUT20.   Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    YouTube: www.youtube.com/@gutivate TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinjudge.rd Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/gutivate    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

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, we cover: Gut brain therapies + IBS [2:20] The altered communication pathway [4:28] How the gut and the brain are responding [5:49] Hypersensitivity [6:32] What do gut brain therapies do [7:16] Look for signs of altered communication pathway [8:38] Self-sabotage cycle [10:59] What I see in my practice [13:07] The different therapy options [14:04] CBT [14:28] Gut directed hypotherapy [16:56] Online programs [19:03]   GI psychologist [19:52] This doesn't mean it's just in your head [22:15]   Mentioned in this episode: What if you could develop skills to manage intrusive IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes a day or less?  Mahana IBS is the first digital therapeutic that's making proven gut directed CBT  treatment accessible to everyone who needs it.  Included in the program is an optional service called, Mahana Care which provides non-medical support, encouragement, and technical guidance to accompany patients through their CBT journey. Discover the connection between your brain, gut, and behaviors and develop new skills to reduce the impact of IBS with Mahana.. This is FDA-cleared and proven to reduce the severity of IBS symptoms!  Learn more about Mahana IBS and view their provider finder at mahana.com.  Since Mahana IBS an effective, proven, personal digital treatment that has been FDA-cleared, it is currently only available by prescription from health care professionals as part of treatment plans.Talk to your doctor or find a provider through the provider finder today!    Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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 [4:10] How does this actually happen [4:26] Can this also happen after viral infections [8:11] The rate of post infectious IBS [9:47] The drivers of IBS [10:20] What do you do about post infectious IBS [11:07]  How do you avoid a foodborne illness [15:42]   Mentioned in this episode: Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com and save 20% off your order with code GUT20.   An interview with Dr. Pimentel - How to recover from SIBO and what do we really know? https://youtu.be/xb8n6WjdnW0   Follow Gutivate: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate   TikTok: @erinjudge.rd https://www.pinterest.com/gutivate   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult   Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better: My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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 [4:09] Who is sharing this information [7:44] Short vs long term benefits[13:53]  Scientific vs anecdotal evidence [16:54] What is considered evidenced based [22:48] So how do you know who to trust [27:20] The message itself [29:17] Trends vs science [30:51] Are you the center of your care [32:52]   Mentioned in this episode: Schedule a consult call: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   This episode is sponsored by FODZYME, the world's first enzyme blend that targets FODMAPs, gas-causing carbohydrates and common gut triggers.  Mixing FODZYME with your food allows the enzymes to integrate and break down the FODMAPs lactose, GOS, and fructan, before they can affect your gut. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME can help you reduce overall FODMAP load, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. Say goodbye to digestion drama with the help of FODZYME. Learn more at fodzyme.com and use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off any single order   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better:  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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 enzymes found [4:18] What are the different enzymes [5:40] Why are enzymes needed [7:10]  What does it mean to be enzyme deficient [10:20]  Lactose intolerance [11:46] Osmotic effect in colon [13:57] What causes this [14:55] If you suspect you have an insufficiency [16:04] Should you actually take enzymes [17:34] What enzymes do I recommend as an IBS RD [20:37] FODZYME [22:23]   Mentioned in this episode: Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal    

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 cover: What is pelvic floor physical therapy [2:38] Is pelvic floor pt for more than just pelvic floor muscles [6:11] How can this help digestion [7:24] No such thing as TMI [13:52] What is the diaphragm [15:53] Does the diaphragm play a role in digestion [17:05]  When does the diaphragm not work properly [18:12]    About our guest: I graduated Summa cumme laude from Lipscomb University in 2006 with a double major of Exercise Science and Spanish having played on a scholarship for volleyball. Due to an injury in college to my spine, I then decided to attend Belmont University where I graduated with my Doctorate Of Physical Therapy. Since then, I have achieved a board certification in orthopedics, certification in orthopedic manual therapy and several other certifications and continuing educatio education including dry needling, pelvic pain, pre and post-natal pilates specialist and specifically progressing female athletes to and through pregnancy.    I started my own practice in 2018 to allow my clients more 1:1 care and allow for a better family-work balance called Priority Physical Therapy. I reside in Mt. Juliet with my husband of 17+ years (Weldon), 2 children (Audrey and Collin) and newly adopted German Shorthair pointers (Tess and Dotty). When I'm not at work, I will be at my kids' events, on the lake, working out or reading "nerdy" anatomy/self-care books.    Connect with Kelly on Instagram @prioritypt_and_wellness or her website: www.iamprioritypt.com   Mentioned in this episode: Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

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 gastritis is, common causes and symptoms of gastritis, and how you can find relief!   In this episode, we cover: What is gastritis [1:30] Is gastritis acute or chronic [4:27] Side effects of gastritis [7:05] Atrophic gastritis [10:45] Common causes of gastritis [14:21] Symptoms of gastritis [26:23] What can we do about gastritis [27:22]   Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms.  Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com and save 20% off your order with code GUT20.   Mentioned in this episode: Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gutivate YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gutivate TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@erinjudge.rd IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal    

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 treatment.    In this episode, we cover: What is SIBO [4:29] What the team is working on [5:46] Keeping an open mind as a scientist [9:02] The controversy of breath testing [10:01] Hydrogen sulfide [13:24]   This episode is sponsored by FODZYME, the world's first enzyme blend that targets FODMAPs, gas-causing carbohydrates and common gut triggers.  Mixing FODZYME with your food allows the enzymes to integrate and break down the FODMAPs lactose, GOS, and fructan, before they can affect your gut. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME can help you reduce overall FODMAP load, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. Say goodbye to digestion drama with the help of FODZYME. Learn more at fodzyme.com and use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off any single order   Mentioned in this episode: REIMAGINE Study: https://csmast.com/current-research/ Breath testing for SIBO and IMO: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10496284/ Research articles from the MAST team: https://csmast.com/scientific-articles/ Indian consensus statements on IBS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36961659/ Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method About our guest: Mark Pimentel, MD, is a Professor of Medicine at Cedars-Sinai. Dr. Pimentel is also the Executive Director of the Medically Associated Science and Technology (MAST) program at Cedars-Sinai, an enterprise of physicians and researchers dedicated to the study of the gut microbiome in order to develop effective diagnostic tools and therapies to improve patient care. Dr. Pimentel is also a Professor of Medicine at the Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA.) As a physician and researcher, Dr. Pimentel has served as a principal investigator or co-investigator for numerous basic science, translational and clinical investigations of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and the relationship between gut flora composition and human disease. This research led to the first ever blood tests for IBS, ibs-smartTM, the only licensed and patented serologic diagnostic for irritable bowel syndrome. The test measures the levels of two validated IBS biomarkers, anti-CdtB and anti-vinculin. A pioneering expert in IBS, Dr. Pimentel's work has been published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Annals of Internal Medicine, American Journal of Physiology, American Journal of Medicine, American Journal of Gastroenterology and Digestive Diseases and Sciences, among others. Dr. Pimentel has presented at national and international medical conferences and advisory boards. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology,) a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society.   Learn more about Dr. Pimentel's work:  https://www.cedars-sinai.org/research/areas/science-tech.html Twitter: https://twitter.com/MASTprogram Instagram: @mastprogram   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better:  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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] Does the nervous system impact the whole body [3:14] Major nervous system organs [3:55] Sensory [4:11] Central and peripheral [5:53] What causes the nervous system to malfunction [8:06] How is this related to your gut [10:13] Inflammatory responses [12:22]  Food intolerance and gut health [12:40] Supplements and diet [14:07] What does it mean to regulate your nervous system [15:30] Does regulating your nervous system mean we avoid the stress state [18:48] Daily habits and routines [20:00] How do you regulate during periods of stress [24:00]   Mentioned in this episode: Vagus nerve episode: https://youtu.be/PzoitgiQVG0?si=Yw4JLkUocZlgEJuB  Join the MASTER Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

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 thyroid [2:30] What other functions are impacted [5:22] Thyroid and weight gain + other conditions [6:39] How does the thyroid impact digestion [7:17] What does dysfunction look like [9:28] Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism [11:22] Graves' disease [12:34] Hashimoto's disease [13:15] Goiter [13:42] Stress [14:30] Where does the gut fit in [16:45]   Mentioned in this episode: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better:  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal    

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 [16:35] The gut and the immune system [19:22] Leaky gut [22:06] Gut microbiota [22:38] Cells in the gut [24:30] IBS and gut cells   Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms.    Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com and save 20% off your order with code GUT20.   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    Join the MASTER Method Membership:  https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu…   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

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 on the body [9:47] Hypersensitivity [10:50] Fiber [12:45] Overexercise [13:21] Weight loss medications [14:43] Eating disorders [15:42] Did I do this to myself? [21:43] Steps to get out of this [24:14]   Mentioned in this episode: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal   This episode is sponsored by FODZYME, the world's first enzyme blend that targets FODMAPs, gas-causing carbohydrates and common gut triggers.  Mixing FODZYME with your food allows the enzymes to integrate and break down the FODMAPs lactose, GOS, and fructan, before they can affect your gut. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME can help you reduce overall FODMAP load, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. Say goodbye to digestion drama with the help of FODZYME. Learn more at fodzyme.com and use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off any single order.

What's a practical approach to managing IBS? Tune in as we cover what IBS is, the drivers of IBS, how to manage IBS holistically and more!    In this episode, we cover: My story [1:26] Can IBS be cured? [2:47] What is IBS? [3:14] Drivers of IBS [6:10] How many drivers of IBS do I have? [7:16] Leaky gut [10:22] How to start bringing down triggers [11:21] What happens when you have IBS [12:41] How to manage IBS [13:46] Sleep [14:55] Routine [16:21] How you eat [19:05]   Mentioned in this episode: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/gutivateconsult    FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity/ Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

We are wrapping up season 5 of The Gut Show by talking about picky eating! Have you been told “you're just being picky” or “you need to try more foods”? It's not always that simple, there may be more to your picky eating, like a GI condition that makes you picky to avoid symptoms or a sensory issue. Let's discuss what picky eating is, causes and effects or picky eating and what you can do about it.   In this episode, we cover: What is picky eating [4:09] Causes of picky eating [5:51] The effects of picky eating [14:24] How is taste developed [16:40] Food exposure [25:30] Feeding therapy [28:02] Conditions mistaken for picky eating [30:55]   This episode is sponsored by FODZYME®. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME® can help you reduce overall FODMAP intake, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. You can learn more about FODZYME® and try it for yourself at fodzyme.com. Use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off your order.   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

You may think grief and IBS are not related, as it's something that isn't talked about...so let's talk about it!  We all experience grief, and it doesn't go away if we just ignore it.  Listen to this episode of The Gut Show as we discuss how grief and IBS are connected, see if grief causes IBS, and some ways to deal with grief.    In this episode, we cover: What is grief [2:35] How are grief and IBS connected [3:13]  Research supporting this [4:55] Does grief cause IBS [7:17] Grief from IBS [9:21] Ways to deal with grief [16:58]   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

People with digestive disorders like IBS often check food labels to ensure they are free from triggers. While maintaining a nutritious diet is important, it is possible for these behaviors to become obsessive and lead to an unhealthy preoccupation with eating healthy.  Let's dive into what this is called, common signs, and buzz words you may hear that play on your fear and spread this condition.  This episode is sponsored by FODZYME®. Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME® can help you reduce overall FODMAP intake, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health. You can learn more about FODZYME® and try it for yourself at fodzyme.com. Use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off your order.   In this episode, we cover: What is orthorexia [3:17] Common signs of orthorexia [6:51] Buzz words [15:17] Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

Can you avoid the effects of a dysregulated nervous system through diet or supplementation?  Discover the answer to this question + learn about the concept of a dysregulated nervous system + learn practical steps you can take to enhance your nervous system's well-being (which will also help your gut!).    In this episode, we cover: What is your nervous system  [4:02] Does your nervous system affect your body [5:09]  The main organs and functions [6:44] The stress state [9:09] What causes the nervous system to malfunction [12:14] How does this impact your gut [15:27] Functions of the gut impacted by the nervous system [17:17] Visceral hypersensitivity [18:08] How to support your nervous system [19:02]   Mentioned in this episode: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

Is your self-care helping you and your IBS or is it actually a form of self-sabotage?  For example, do you do things like stay up late for self-care when you're actually getting less sleep as a result? On today's episode of The Gut Show as we discuss what self-care is, the goal of self-care, and how to be motivated to do the actual self-care.    In this episode, we cover: What is self-care [3:06] The goal of self-care [3:33] Self-compassion [5:19] Self-care should flow from self-compassion [10:16] After the non-negotiables [16:37] Are you missing the point [19:31] Self-care is not automatic [20:18] Motivation for self-care [20:52]  Extrinsic and intrinsic motivators [21:24]   Mentioned in this episode: Master Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

What has been your experience with birth control and IBS?   While this is an area without much research, I did my best to break down reasons why different birth control methods could contribute to or help IBS symptoms.    In this episode, we cover: [4:42] The impact can vary [7:43] The most asked question  [9:46] Review of the menstrual cycle  [13:25] Hormonal contraceptives  [16:50} IUD's [20:48] Sterilization  [23:17] Other forms of birth control  [24:27] It's not in your head  Mentioned in this episode: https://gutivate.com/blog/why-is-ibs-worse-during-period Master Method Membership: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/master-method Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu... Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Medical gaslighting. It's something you or someone you know has likely experienced, especially if you have digestive concerns that aren't easy to see or test for.  “if you'd just…”  “your symptoms are in your head”   “if you were REALLY in that much pain…”  Listen to The Gut Show's latest episode where I discuss this highly requested topic and cover what medical gaslighting is, where the term gaslighting comes from, reg flags and what to do if you've experienced this.  Have you heard anything like this before when you've been with a medical provider? Share below if you need support and remember, this community is here for you!   In this episode, we cover: What is gaslighting [1:14] Forms of gaslighting [2:00] Where the term comes from [2:44] Medical gaslighting [3:18] When someone experiences gaslighting [5:21] Red flags that you've been gaslit [6:01] What to do about gaslighting [11:26] Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal    

Does it feel like there is a disconnection between how your body looks and how your body feels? If so, you may be experiencing body dysmorphia.  If you have IBS, you may be experiencing the flipside of this when you're experiencing symptoms that others can't see.  In this episode of The Gut Show we discuss what body dysmorphia is, how to identify this in yourself, and some strategies to start implementing today!  Listen to this episode today on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever else you enjoy your podcasts!    Show notes: In this episode, we cover: What is body dysmorphia [1:14] An example of body dysmorphia [1:51] OCD [5:45] How to see this in yourself [6:13] Does everyone with body image issues have this [6:39] Increased sensitivity [9:23] Can BDD lead to IBS [10:15]   How is BDD treated [12:16] Short term strategies [14:22] Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

Everyone experiences trauma differently and there is a different level of severity that can be considered traumatic from one person to another.  There is a pretty clear link between trauma and IBS since trauma can lead to changes to the way the body responds to stress.  In this episode of The Gut Show, we will discuss the types of trauma, signs you may be experiencing the effects of trauma and treatment options.    In this episode, we cover: What is trauma [1:31] What your brain and body does [3:02] Types of trauma [4:35] Everyone experiences trauma differently [8:41] Trauma and IBS [9:35] Is IBS traumatic [11:04] Signs you may be the effects of trauma [12:10] Treatment options [13:16]   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

When you have IBS, your body image can be altered both in what you see and what you feel.   Social media can flood your feed with the ideal body… even though posing, editing,and filters are being used to achieve their look.   This can lead to people trying to look like the images they see online and being frustrated when bloating and other physical symptoms make achieving the look difficult.    In this episode, we cover: What is body image [1:07] What is positive body image [2:46] What is negative body image [3:55] Can body image fluctuate [4:56] Societal beauty standards [7:28] Physical changes as a result of a chronic condition [8:52] Can mental health affect body image  [12:41] Is this your fault [13:52] What can be done  [15:41]   Mentioned in this episode: Self compassion by Kristen Neff   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gutivate FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu... Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

Does IBS make you afraid to eat?  Do you keep cutting out groups of food as you try to find relief and when that doesn't help, forget to add them back into your diet?  Have you seen those videos from people saying a certain food is toxic? If you said yes to any of those questions, this episode is for you!  In the episode, we uncover the causes of food fear, how this impacts those with IBS, and what you can do about it.   In this episode, we cover: What is food fear [1:57] The impact of food fear [3:35] How does this present [6:24] Where does this come from [8:03] FODMAPs [8:57] Food fear in those with IBS [10:56] ARFID [15:05] What I see in my practice [18:18]  How do we address food fear [21:11]   Mentioned in this episode:  Sign up for the free IBS Warrior Summit: bit.ly/ibs-warrior-summit This episode is sponsored by FODZYME®, the world's first enzyme supplement specialized to target FODMAPs. When sprinkled on or mixed with high-FODMAP meals, FODZYME®'s novel patent-pending enzyme blend breaks down lactose, GOS, and fructan, helping you savor every bite.  Through a unique formula and powder form for maximum efficacy, FODZYME® can help you reduce overall FODMAP intake, support better digestion and enable nutritional diversity for optimal health.  You can learn more about FODZYME® and try it for yourself at fodzyme.com. Use code GUTSHOW at checkout to save 20% off your order.    Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Are you in the ⅓ of the US adults with anxiety? Do you get stuck in the anxiety + gut symptom cycle?  If so, this episode is for you! Join me as I talk about what anxiety is, how it is connected to IBS, what can be done about it, and my thoughts on anxiety medication.    In this episode, we cover: What is anxiety [2:23] What is chronic anxiety [3:02] How common is anxiety [04:37] Do I need an anxiety diagnosis [05:28] The IBS and anxiety connection [6:05] The gut brain connection [7:42] Anxiety symptom cycle [10:37] What are the symptoms of anxiety [11:29] What can be done for anxiety [16:04] Anxiety medication [24:40]   Mentioned in this episode: Sign up for the free IBS Warrior Summit: bit.ly/ibs-warrior-summit Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course: https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegu...   Track your symptoms & understand your body better  My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at https://gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal  

Self-sabotage means getting in the way of your own success or progress, or working against yourself. This can also look like self-harm but doesn't always involve causing harm to yourself. It often looks like doing things that you know don't work for your body or align with your goals, or even failing to take action towards your goals. Let's talk dive deeper into what self sabotage is, why it isn't your fault, and why you may be hesitant to seek out help.   In this episode, we cover: No shame if you self sabotage [3:33] What is self sabotage [4:21] Where does this come from [5:31] Threat thoughts [8:49] Unhelpful input from others [13:20] What self sabotage actually looks like [16:30] Why self sabotage isn't your fault [19:40] Why you may hesitate to seek out help [25:47]   Mentioned in this episode: Sign up for the free IBS Warrior Summit: bit.ly/ibs-warrior-summit  Self Compassion by Kristin Neff: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Compassion-Proven-Power-Being-Yourself/dp/0061733520   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team: IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show. Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

As we wrap up 2022, I am dedicating today's bonus episode to make a list of all the health trends, products and other alternatives that are marketed to consumers with IBS. I cover the chia seed water trend on TikTok, the popular Colon Broom product, the parasite clean trend, and a whole lot more! In this episode, we cover: The chia seed water trend The impact of fiber, lemon juice, and water on your gut  Who shouldn't be drinking chia seed water Whether Colon Broom actually works If parasite cleanses are good for you Is the support behind parasite cleanses accurate? The Beach Body Gut Protocol The issue with the Beach Body program  Do green powders actually work?   Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

I cannot believe that we are at the end of season four of the Gut Show. I've loved recording this, and it has been a lot of fun researching topics and having new conversations. I hope that this has been helpful for you every step of the way. In this final episode, I actually wanted to end on one of the most controversial topics that has come across my (virtual) desk, and it's the way IBS is marketed by different influencers and health professionals on social media.  During this episode share my thoughts on what IBS is, the dangers around the narrative that IBS is BS, what drives IBS marketing and how you should deal with your IBS.    In this episode, we cover: Is IBS really BS?  Why I don't believe that IBS is BS The root behind IBS marketing Doing the proper research behind IBS How to deal with this narrative and your IBS  Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Happy Holidays! This is such an exciting time of the year, and I really want to dedicate this episode to answer all your questions about surviving the holidays. Whether you celebrate the holidays or not, these are great tips to incorporate at any gathering. During this episode, I talk about why IBS symptoms get worse during the holidays, how to cope with the fear of symptoms flaring during the holidays and how to communicate your food needs!    In this episode, we cover: You have autonomy over the choices you make  Why symptoms get worse around the holiday season Losing out on sleep How to deal with travel and emotions during the holidays  Determine your priorities and how to reinforce them Coping with the fear of symptoms  Communicating your food needs Dealing with the change in weather and daylight  SAD Lamp: https://amzn.to/3U7vPq8   What if you could develop vital skills to help manage intrusive IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes a day? How would your life change? Today's episode is sponsored by Mahana, an app that teaches you skills to manage your IBS and decrease symptom severity. Through the app, you'll get short daily lessons and experiment with new skills, unlock tools to support your symptom management, and learn to make small changes to improve everyday patterns. Get started now and download the app at mahanatx.com/TheGutShow   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

Dealing with IBS and other chronic gut issues can be debilitating and isolating. These feelings can be made even worse when you have family and friends who may think you are overreacting!  As we are nearing the holidays, today's conversation is timely as you begin to spend more time with family and friends who may undermine the severity of your IBS pain and symptoms. During this episode, I talk about how to deal with people who think you are overreacting. I share ways to communicate your disorder confidently and clearly, the key to setting clear boundaries, finding your tribe of support, and how to signpost people in the right direction if they want more information about IBS.    In this episode, we cover: You cannot control other people's reactions [0:58] How to deal with someone who thinks your disorder is not real [3:06] Creating clear and safe boundaries [8:36] Find your allies! [15:51] How to educate someone on IBS [19:36] Dealing with unwanted advice and questions [22:50] Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

I get asked this all the time! “Are my migraines connected to my IBS or other digestive disorders?” The short answer is not directly, but possibly indirectly, which I know is confusing, but don't worry, I explain what I mean in this episode.  During the episode, I share the definition of migraines, how having a migraine may trigger a GI symptom and how to deal with migraines next time you're inflicted with one.    In this episode, we cover: What are migraines and how do they relate to IBS?  The triggers of migraines The feeling of nausea and other GI symptoms How to deal with migraines Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

As a medical professional in the IBS space, something I'm really passionate about is the idea of Holistic Management of IBS and all digestive disorders. A lot of times, I think people don't fully understand what Holistic Management really means, and this can cause a lot of confusion, mistrust, and misinformation. During this episode, I talk about what a holistic approach to health actually means, how you can apply holistic approaches to your IBS, what your body needs for proper digestion and what the next steps are after symptom management.    In this episode, we cover: What is holistic health management? Managing digestion for IBS symptoms holistically What you need for proper digestion Get your sleep, health, and other routines on track Understand your triggers The next steps after symptom management What if you could develop vital skills to help manage intrusive IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes a day? How would your life change? Today's episode is sponsored by Mahana, an app that teaches you skills to manage your IBS and decrease symptom severity. Through the app, you'll get short daily lessons and experiment with new skills, unlock tools to support your symptom management, and learn to make small changes to improve everyday patterns. Get started now and download the app at mahanatx.com/TheGutShow Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

The short answer is not really, but naturally, there is a longer, more complex answer. We all know that IBS is a very complex disorder, and its pathological cause is not known which makes it harder to treat. However, despite there not being one clear path of treatment, there are different ways to help patients facing this chronic gut issue. During this episode, I explain why IBS is hard to treat, the importance of creating a diverse gut microbiome, and encouraging healthy motility of your gut.    In this episode, we cover: IBS is very complex and hard to treat [0:22] Are there potential treatments? [3:16] The gut-brain connection as a way to treat IBS  [5:26] Improve your dysbiosis [7:35] What role does your immune system play? [9:15] Encouraging healthy motility [11:13] The real answer for IBS management [12:44] Today's episode is sponsored by Sunfiber. Sunfiber is a prebiotic fiber supplement that is gut-friendly as a soluble, low FODMAP fiber. Sunfiber-containing products typically contain between 5-7 grams of fiber, and it mixes into water or food without adding color, texture, or flavor. That means you can easily add this to your routine to increase your intake and benefit the balance of your gut without the symptoms. Sunfiber can be found in hundreds of different products. Find your favorites at Sunfiber.com   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal

The question that I get asked often from clients, that truly breaks my heart is, “is my body broken because of my IBS?” The short answer is no. The long answer is there's something very real that's going on and that is going wrong in your body, but the good news is that it can be managed.  During this episode, I explain why your body may feel “broken”, the pathology and its impact on your gut-brain interaction, and routines and other guidance you can incorporate to help with your IBS symptoms.    In this episode, we cover: Why your body may feel “broken” My own experience with IBS The disorder between your gut and brain Guidance and strategies to help with IBS symptoms Fueling your body with fiber   What if you could develop vital skills to help manage intrusive IBS symptoms in only 10 minutes a day? How would your life change? Today's episode is sponsored by Mahana, an app that teaches you skills to manage your IBS and decrease symptom severity. Through the app, you'll get short daily lessons and experiment with new skills, unlock tools to support your symptom management, and learn to make small changes to improve everyday patterns. Get started now and download the app at mahanatx.com/TheGutShow   Join The GUT Community: The Facebook group for those with IBS and digestive health conditions to connect, encourage one another, and dive deeper into the topics we cover on The Gut Show.  Join here: facebook.com/groups/thegutcommunity   Connect with Erin & the Gutivate team IG: @erinjudge.rd or @gutivate Website: www.gutivate.com Schedule a consult: bit.ly/jnwconsultcall   FREE: IBS Fundamentals Mini Course https://www.ibsmastermethod.com/ibs-fundamentals-sign-up   Start taking control of your IBS with the MASTER Method Foundations Course bit.ly/mmfoundations   Track your symptoms & understand your body better My Gut Journal is a 90 day gut tracker to build awareness in your mind & body. Get yours at www.gutivate.com/store/mygutjournal