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The Gut Health PodcastAuthor: Kate Scarlata and Megan Riehl
The Gut Health Podcast explores the scientific connection between the gut, food, mood, microbes and well-being. Kate Scarlata is a world-renowned GI dietitian and Dr. Megan Riehl is a prominent GI psychologist at the University of Michigan and both are the co-authors of Mind Your Gut: The Science-based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBS. Their unique lens with which they approach holistic conversations with leading experts in the field of gastroenterology will appeal to the millions of individuals impacted by gut health. As leaders in their field, Kate and Megan dynamically plow through the common myths surrounding gut health and share evidence-backed information on navigating medical management, nutrition, behavioral interventions and more for those living with or without a GI condition.The Gut Health Podcast is where science, expertise, and two enthusiastic advocates for wellness come together to help you live your best life.Learn more about Kate and Megan at www.katescarlata.com and www.drriehl.com Instagram: @Theguthealthpodcast Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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What’s Really Behind IBS-D? Causes, Triggers, and Treatments (Part 1 of IBS-D series)
Episode 30
Wednesday, 1 April, 2026
We map out a clear, practical way to understand IBS-D, from what it is, to how clinicians rule out the conditions that can look like it. With Dr. Anthony Lembo, we move from science to real-world next steps so you can feel more confident about diagnosis, treatment options, and hope for improvement. • How IBS-D is defined using stool form and pain patterns • When diarrhea needs more workup using alarm features • Common IBS-D mimickers including celiac disease, IBD, bile acid malabsorption, microscopic colitis, sucrase isomaltase deficiency and Giardia • What post-infectious IBS may change in the gut including immune activation, permeability, microbiome, and hypersensitivity • What the L-glutamine permeability study suggests and what remains unknown • How to approach it a stepwise treatment IBS-D plan using lifestyle, loperamide, antispasmodics, neuromodulators, rifaximin, and other prescriptions • Why brain-gut behavioral therapy helps even without severe anxiety or depression • How we avoid the trap of endless “root cause” chasing with a confident diagnosis Rome V will include an update of the Rome Criteria (publication available around May 2026). This episode has been sponsored by Salix Pharmaceuticals. Follow us on social media, instagram @theguthealthpodcast, where we’d love for you to share your thoughts, questions, and experiences. References: Black CJ, Ford AC. An evidence-based update on the diagnosis and management of irritable bowel syndrome. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. Published online January 21, 2025. doi:10.1080/17474124.2025.2455586Marasco G, Cremon C, Barbaro MR, Stanghellini V, Barbara G. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology Lectureship Dubai 2022 : Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Diarrhea. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2024;58(3):221-231. Published 2024 Mar 1. doi:10.1097/MCGCongenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency: What, When, and How?Foley A, Halmos EP, Husein DM, et al. Adult sucrase-isomaltase deficiency masquerading as IBS. Gut. 2022;71(6):1237-1238. doi:10.1136/gutjnl-2021-326153Learn more about Kate and Dr. Riehl:Website: www.katescarlata.com and www.drriehl.comInstagram: @katescarlata @drriehl and @theguthealthpodcastOrder Kate and Dr. Riehl's book, Mind Your Gut: The Science-Based, Whole-body Guide to Living Well with IBS. The information included in this podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing treatment.
