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Wellness Unpacked: Inclusive & Integrative NutritionAuthor: Tisha Riman
Join Tisha, functional hormone nutritionist and TMI bestie as she unpacks all things related to diet culture, hormonal health, sexuality and, let's be real, the topics that maybe were too shy to bring up anywhere else. Follow Tisha on Instagram @nourishedwithtish and make sure to subscribe to the podcast, so you never miss an episode! Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Nutrition, Sexuality Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Where To Start With IBS & Chronic Gut Issues
Episode 18
Wednesday, 3 September, 2025
In this episode, Tisha is taking a deep dive into Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). She unpacks what IBS is (and isn’t), the importance of getting a proper diagnosis, and practical strategies for managing symptoms. Tisha explores the gut-brain connection, the role of stress, and how foundational habits like mindful eating, hydration, and fibre intake can make a difference. She also discusses the low FODMAP diet, common trigger foods, and the importance of personalizing your approach to gut health.Tisha shares actionable tips for tracking symptoms, understanding dietary triggers, and when to seek professional help. The episode wraps up with a look at supplements, herbal support, and the value of stress management in overall gut wellness.Episode Breakdown02:17 What is IBS? Symptoms, types, and who it affects06:46 Why diagnosis matters: ruling out other conditions10:07 The low FODMAP diet: what it is and how to use it17:27 Gut health foundations: meals, portions, hydration, fibre24:26 Common trigger foods: coffee, spicy foods, fat, gluten, dairy29:26 Underlying causes: SIBO, dysbiosis, bile acid malabsorption, gut-brain axis39:24 Stress and IBS: the mind-gut connection43:44 Supplements and herbal support for IBS47:38 Key takeaways and actionable tipsConnect with TishaWebsite: nourishedwithtish.comInstagram: @nourishedwithtishTikTok: @nourishedwithtishEmail: hello@nourishwithtish.comReferencesAltomare, A., Rosa, C. D., Imperia, E., Emerenziani, S., Cicala, M., & Guarino, M. P. L. (2021). Diarrhea predominant-irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D): Effects of different nutritional patterns on intestinal dysbiosis and symptoms. Nutrients, 13(5), 1506. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu13051506Chae, Y.-R., Lee, Y. R., Kim, Y.-S., & Park, H.-Y. (2024). Diet-induced gut dysbiosis and leaky gut syndrome. Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 34(4), 747–756. https://doi.org/10.4014/jmb.2312.12031Chiarioni, G., Popa, S. L., Ismaiel, A., Pop, C., Dumitrascu, D. I., Brata, V. D., Duse, T. A., Incze, V., & Surdea-Blaga, T. (2023). Herbal remedies for constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Nutrients, 15(19), 4216. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15194216Lacy, B. E., Pimentel, M., Brenner, D. M., Chey, W. D., Keefer, L. A., Long, M. D., & Moshiree, B. (2021). ACG clinical guideline: Management of irritable bowel syndrome. American Journal of Gastroenterology, 116(1), 17–44. https://doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000001036Manza, F., Lungaro, L., Costanzini, A., Caputo, F., Volta, U., De Giorgio, R., & Caio, G. (2024). Gluten and wheat in women’s health: Beyond the gut. Nutrients, 16(2), 322. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16020322The gut‐brain axis in irritable bowel syndrome: Implementing the role of microbiota and neuroimmune interaction in personalized prevention—A narrative review. (n.d.). ProQuest. Retrieved August 13, 2025, from https://www.proquest.com/docview/3195393387?pq-origsite=primo&accountid=13631&searchKeywords=irritable%20bowel%20syndrome&sourcetype=Scholarly%20Journals<
