Hey there, Friends! And now….drum roll….here is my latest creation. I updated my one page low FODMAP grocery list!  I have been meaning to put together a cute (of course) and up-to-date (important) list of foods to help guide you at your local grocers…and finally I got it together! My daughter Chelsea put her finishing […]

For health professionals…I am excited to share some news about my upcoming digestive health seminar at District Hall in Boston, Massachusetts on February 26, 2016. Dr. William Chey, global expert in functional gut disorders and gastrointestinal motility, Professor of Internal Medicine, Director of the GI Physiology Laboratory and Director of Medical Services for the Michigan Bowel […]

Looking for low FODMAP Holiday Desserts? Look no further. From frosted biscotti, creamy quinoa pudding to flourless chocolate cookies and more… your sweet tooth and sensitive belly can enjoy the festivities!

The Beatles created beautiful music.  John and Paul complimented each other bringing together their different styles of music to create a balance of introspection and melody. Individually, each Beatle, Ringo, Paul, John and George were great musicians in their own right, but I think it is safe to say, their collaborative work exceeded their solo work. […]

Hello FODMAPers & Friends. I am back from my European tour, talking about FODMAPs at two amazing events: Gastro Diet 2015 in Prato, Italy, a fantastic scientific meeting including the latest research pertaining to the low FODMAP diet and the FODMAP Around the World conference in Rotterdam, Netherlands a day of learning for dietitians geared more toward […]

Packing lunch for a school age child or a grown-up FODMAPer on the go might require a little extra creativity but still can be quite tasty and nutritious.  If you are in need of a little inspiration, I’ve got you covered. 🙂 Here are some quick to prepare brown bag lunch suggestions that I put together […]

Just starting the low FODMAP diet?  Here are a few tips to help you navigate this somewhat complex but very effective diet to manage your IBS symptoms. Digestive distress is a global problem, with a growing number of IBS sufferers around the world. IBS impacts up to 1 in 5 Americans and can truly impact […]

When someone asks if you would like to attend a conference in Huntington Beach, California…you say, YES, just because it is a VERY beautiful place to visit! When the conference entails discussions about the latest research about the relationship between the intestinal microbiota and gastrointestinal disorders…it’s a double win. 🙂 This past weekend, I was […]

I have always had a passion for digestive health and my interest was piqued when I stumbled upon the research for FODMAPs in the medical literature in 2009.  I was intrigued by the notion that small chain carbohydrates could have a cumulative impact on symptoms of GI distress for those who suffer with IBS. When […]