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The Thyroid to IBS Journey
Episode 21
Monday, 23 March, 2026

Host James Maskell interviews Dr. Izabella Wentz, a leader in thyroid health and functional medicine, about her new work on IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). The conversation explores how IBS is often misunderstood as a standalone diagnosis when it is actually an umbrella term with multiple root causes. Dr. Wentz shares her personal journey from IBS to Hashimoto's, explains the connection between gut health and autoimmunity, and outlines the many drivers of IBS—from medications and food sensitivities to infections and stress. The episode highlights how functional medicine practitioners can achieve high success rates by identifying and addressing root causes, using targeted diagnostics, personalized interventions, and lifestyle strategies to restore gut health and prevent chronic disease progression. - - - - - About the Guest: Dr. Izabella Wentz is a pharmacist, functional medicine expert, and bestselling author known for her work on thyroid health and Hashimoto's disease. After overcoming her own autoimmune condition, she has dedicated her career to helping patients identify and address the root causes of chronic illness, with a strong focus on gut health, autoimmunity, and personalized healing strategies. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/izabellawentzpharmd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThyroidLifestyle/?ref=NONE_xav_ig_profile_page_web# Website: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/ Thyroid Pharmacist Podcast: https://thyroidpharmacist.com/articles/podcast/ - - - - - James Maskell Website: https://www.jamesmaskell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrjamesmaskell Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesedwardmaskell/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesmaskell - - - - - PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/