Do you really know what’s driving the IBS symptoms you experience?

Instead of just taking more meds or cutting out more foods, addressing the underlying drives of IBS is the key to long-term IBS relief.

In this episode, I’m recapping highlights from my live masterclass, Break Free From IBS: Your 6-Step Roadmap to Lasting Relief.

If you missed it, don’t worry! I’ve pulled together the most important takeaways and I’ll be answering some of your top Q&A questions from the session.

I cover some pressing questions like:

• Is intermittent fasting for IBS?

• What is the best way to determine a food intolerance?

• What is the vagus nerve?

• Can leaky gut be seen on a colonoscopy?

• & more!

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📌 A Gut Health Dietitian’s Thoughts on Food Sensitivity Testing

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If I was diagnosed with IBS today, what would I do?

I’ve worked with hundreds of people with IBS and gut health concerns, and while everyone’s journey is unique, there are some key steps that make the process of healing, managing symptoms, and actually living your life again so much smoother.

⏱️ Chapters:

• (00:00) — Welcome to the Gut Fit Nutrition Podcast
• (00:55) — If I Were Diagnosed With IBS Today…
• (01:34) — Setting Foundations for Success
• (01:46) — Step 1: Your Body Is Resilient
• (02:50) — Step 2: Detox the Social Media Noise
• (06:30) — Step 3: Audit Your Calendar & Lifestyle
• (08:43) — Step 4: Work With an IBS-Specialized Dietitian
• (11:40) — Step 5: Find Community & Support
• (13:38) — Join the Gut Harmony Method Program
• (14:46) — Recap: The 5 Things I’d Do for IBS
• (15:15) — The Power of Mindset & Lifestyle Foundations
• (15:47) — Final Thoughts & Next Steps

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As a Dietitian and Coach specializing in IBS and gut health, I wanted to highlight the 5 most common things I see new clients and community members doing that is holding you back from true IBS relief.

⏱️ Chapters:

• (00:00) — Free Masterclass: Break Free from IBS (Oct 14–15)
• (00:58) — Welcome to the GutFit Nutrition Podcast
• (01:48) — IBS Is Real: You're Not Alone
• (02:54) — Common Mistake #1: Over-Restricting Your Diet
• (04:22) — How Food Restriction Harms the Gut
• (05:56) — Nutrient Deficiencies and Hormonal Impact
• (07:14) — Common Mistake #2: Ignoring the Nervous System
• (08:51) — Managing Stress for Better Gut Health
• (10:11) — Common Mistake #3: Piecing Together Online Advice
• (12:25) — Detox from Social Media & Find Credible Sources
• (13:55) — Common Mistake #4: Relying Solely on Your Doctor
• (16:45) — Common Mistake #5: Ignoring IBS Symptom Drivers
• (18:46) — Gut Harmony Method & How to Get Real Relief
• (20:23) — Final Thoughts: You Deserve to Feel Better

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What are food intolerances, and how can we support them through a holistic approach including enzyme supplements when appropriate?

Join myself and Anouk Martini, a registered dietitian from Intoleran discuss the complexities of food intolerances, particularly in relation to IBS!

⏱️ Chapters:

• (00:00) — Episode Teaser
• (00:49) — Welcome to the GutFit Nutrition Podcast
• (01:37) — Today’s Episode & Announcing Our Guest
• (02:18) — Anouk's Background & Career Journey
• (05:11) — What are Food Intolerances?
• (08:02) — Contributions to the Development of Food Intolerances
• (11:34) — Most Common Food Intolerances in IBS

• (19:09) — Pyramid of Gut Support: A Stepwise Approach to IBS

• (25:23) — IBS Masterclass & How to Join
• (26:12) — Deep Dive: Quatrase, Fructase & Other Intoleran Products
• (32:44) — Comparing Intoleran vs. FODZYME: What’s the Difference?

• (34:30) — Capsules vs. Powders: Which Form Is More Effective?
• (36:37) — Research on Low FODMAP Approaches in Sports Nutrition

• (41:38) — Practical Tips for Using Digestive Enzymes Daily & Safely

• (43:02) — Closing Thoughts

👤 Today’s Guest: Anouk Martini, Intoleran Dietitian

If certain foods leave you feeling bloated, gassy, or uncomfortable, Intoleran is here to help. Intoleran’s enzyme supplements are designed to make eating easier by supporting the breakdown of things like FODMAPs, sucrose, starches, and histamine.

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📌 Pyramid of Gut Support

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Ever finished a meal and almost instantly, you have to run to the bathroom?

In episode 24, we break down what’s happening in your body—specifically the gastrocolic reflex—and what you can do to calm it down!

⏱️ Chapters:

• (0:00) — Welcome to the GutFit Nutrition Podcast
• (0:48) — Today’s Episode: The Gastrocolic Reflex & IBS Urgency
• (0:53) — A Common IBS Experience: Urgency After Eating
• (1:33) — What Is the Gastrocolic Reflex?
• (2:32) — Why the Reflex Overreacts in IBS
• (3:51) — Symptoms of an Overactive Reflex
• (4:31) — Managing IBS Urgency: Dietary & Lifestyle Strategies
• (5:27) — FODMAPs & The Role of Dietitian Support
• (6:14) — Fiber Management for Gut Health
• (6:50) — Peppermint Oil & Supplement Support
• (7:14) — Individual Triggers & Personalized Care
• (7:48) — Gut Harmony Method & Free Masterclass Invitation
• (8:48) — Recap: Key Takeaways on the Gastrocolic Reflex
• (9:24) — Outro

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If you’ve ever dealt with stubborn skin issues like eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, or other fungal skin rashes—and felt frustrated by only getting temporary relief with creams, steroids, or medicated shampoos—this episode is for you. We’ll be exploring how an imbalanced gut microbiome can show up on our skin and what it really takes to heal from the inside out.

⏱️ Chapters:

• (00:00) — Episode Teaser
• (00:24) — Welcome to the GutFit Nutrition Podcast
• (01:14) — Today's Episode & Our Guest
• (01:50) — Julia's Background & Career Journey

• (06:04) — What eczema is, treatments & steroid withdrawal
• (15:39) — Root causes beyond genetics & the gut–skin link
• (21:15) — Hormones, birth control & eczema flare triggers
• (26:40) — Diet patterns, food fears & stress connection
• (30:54) — Food restriction, allergies & gut microbiome
• (33:02) — Nervous system, stress & eczema flares
• (39:07) — Seborrheic dermatitis: causes & symptoms
• (44:11) — Antifungal treatments & beyond the shampoo
• (47:24) — Sugar, microbiome balance & fungal skin health
• (50:02) — Constipation, detox & skin inflammation
• (54:23) — Final takeaways, support & healing hope

👤 Today’s Guest:Julia Chien, RD

Julia Chien, a Registered Dietitian based in Vancouver, B.C., who specializes in supporting individuals with chronic inflammation, eczema, and digestive issues through an integrative, root-cause approach. Julia brings such a unique perspective—not only from her professional work with hundreds of clients—but also from her own journey overcoming eczema and Topical Steroid Withdrawal.

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Do marathons cause colon cancer? There have been several posts circulating online alongside a New York Times article about a recent study about colon cancer in long distance runners. Let’s break down the study & what you need to know about distance running and colon cancer risk!

⏱️ Chapters:

• (00:00) — Grab the Gut-Friendly Sports Drink Guide!
• (00:38) — Welcome to the Gut Fit Nutrition Podcast
• (01:27) — Today’s topic: Colon cancer study in long-distance runners

• (03:00) — Study overview & sensational media headlines
• (04:20) — Study limitations: no control group, not peer-reviewed

• (06:00) — Possible mechanisms: blood flow, oxygen, runner’s colitis
• (07:20) — Missing variables: hydration, NSAIDs, nutrition, body composition
• (08:20) — Ultra-endurance considerations and lifestyle factors
• (09:00) — Broader evidence: physical activity reduces colon cancer risk
• (10:20) — Known risk factors: diet, lifestyle, genetics, IBD
• (11:30) — Emerging theory: microplastics and colorectal cancer
• (12:50) — Practical takeaways: study quality, balanced perspective
• (14:10) — Closing thoughts

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Today we’re diving into a topic that has been everywhere lately—electrolytes. Let’s break it down for you from a dietitian’s perspective: what electrolytes actually are, when you really need to supplement, and how they impact your gut, hormones, and hydration.

By the end of the episode, you’ll know what’s hype, what’s helpful, and what’s right for you!

⏱️ Chapters:

• (00:00) — Free Gut Friendly Sports Drink Guide!
• (00:38) — Welcome to the GutFit Nutrition Podcast
• (01:27) — Today's Episode – All About Electrolytes
• (02:30) — What electrolytes actually do
• (03:45) — Gut health connections
• (05:00) — Who really needs supplements
• (06:15) — Training in heat & sweat loss
• (07:30) — Sodium: the MVP electrolyte
• (08:45) — Sodium citrate vs table salt
• (10:00) — How much sodium you need
• (11:15) — Sweat testing & athletes
• (12:30) — Daily use myths busted
• (13:45) — Electrolytes from food sources
• (15:00) — Potassium, magnesium & balance
• (16:30) — Key takeaways & wrap-up

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