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We get it, fatigue can be so overwhelming with IBD! In this podcast, we discuss the primary causes of fatigue, including: inflammation, decreased food intake, and nutrient deficiencies. We emphasize the importance of nutrition in managing fatigue and highlight how nutrition, stress, and overall health are all connected.

We have seen a 90% improvement in fatigue in the clients we work with, so that has been encouraging that fatigue can improve with proper support!

Takeaways-
- 80% of people in a flare-up experience significant fatigue.
- Inflammation is a major cause of fatigue.
- Malnutrition is a critical issue for IBD patients.
- Nutrient deficiencies are common in IBD, especially iron and vitamin D.
- Sleep disturbances can exacerbate fatigue in IBD.
- Dietitians can help unpack reasons for decreased food intake.
- Better nutrition can lead to improved stress resilience.
- Fatigue is one of the most treatable symptoms of IBD.
- Understanding the interconnectedness of nutrition and stress is vital.

You can find our e-book on Fatigue with IBD here on our resources page: https://crohnsandcolitisdietitians.com/resources/

Chapters:
00:00- Understanding IBD Fatigue
05:40- Nutrition's Role in Managing Fatigue
07:38- Interconnectedness of Nutrition and Stress

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We love helping provide quality content on IBD nutrition and making it more accessible to all through our podcast, instagram and youtube channel. Creating the resources we provide comes at a significant cost to us. We dream of a day where we can provide even more free education, guidance and support to those with IBD like us.

We need your support to do this. You can help us by liking episodes, sharing them on your social media, subscribing to you tube and telling others about us (your doctors, friends, family, forums/reddit etc). Can you do this for us? In return, I promise to continually level up what we do here.

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Ashley

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On this episode of the Gut Feelings podcast, Ashley and Danielle discuss prebiotics and how beneficial they are for everyone, especially IBD patients.

We explore the importance of prebiotics in our gut health and the long-term benefits. Our discussion includes practical food-based approaches to incorporate more prebiotics into the diet, they can really add a lot of flavor to your meals!

Our discussion highlights:

• Prebiotics are essential for feeding beneficial gut microbes.
• The benefits of prebiotics can be long-term and impactful.
• Introducing prebiotics slowly can help manage symptoms in IBD.
• Short-chain fatty acids produced by gut bacteria are crucial for gut health.
• Training your gut takes time and patience.
• Small dietary changes can lead to significant improvements in gut health

Want to work with The Crohn's and Colitis Dietitians but have questions?
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Follow us on instagram @crohns_and_colitis_dietitians
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We love helping provide quality content on IBD nutrition and making it more accessible to all through our podcast, instagram and youtube channel. Creating the resources we provide comes at a significant cost to us. We dream of a day where we can provide even more free education, guidance and support to those with IBD like us.

We need your support to do this. You can help us by liking episodes, sharing them on your social media, subscribing to you tube and telling others about us (your doctors, friends, family, forums/reddit etc). Can you do this for us? In return, I promise to continually level up what we do here.

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Ashley

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Ashley and Danielle discuss magnesium supplementation, particularly for individuals with IBD. We talk about the different types of magnesium, the importance of dosage, and the necessity of third-party testing for supplement quality. It is important to get personalized advice from your healthcare providers and dietitians to make sure magnesium or other supplements are right for you!

Takeaways-
- Magnesium supplementation depends on individual needs and conditions.
- Different types of magnesium serve different purposes in the body.
- Dosage and absorption rates are crucial for effectiveness.
- Quality of supplements is essential, especially for IBD patients.
- Third-party testing ensures the purity and potency of supplements.
- Consulting with healthcare providers is vital before starting supplements.

00:00: Understanding Magnesium: The Basics
02:49: Types and Dosages of Magnesium
05:27: Quality and Testing of Supplements
08:04: When to Avoid Magnesium Supplementation

Follow us on instagram @crohns_and_colitis_dietitians
Follow us on youtube @thecrohnscolitisdietitians

We love helping provide quality content on IBD nutrition and making it more accessible to all through our podcast, instagram and youtube channel. Creating the resources we provide comes at a significant cost to us. We dream of a day where we can provide even more free education, guidance and support to those with IBD like us.

We need your support to do this. You can help us by liking episodes, sharing them on your social media, subscribing to you tube and telling others about us (your doctors, friends, family, forums/reddit etc). Can you do this for us? In return, I promise to continually level up what we do here.

💜
Ashley