Please help me spread the word about my upcoming digestive health seminar for health professionals.  There is a shortage of dietitians worldwide that are well-versed in the low FODMAP diet!  The low FODMAP diet has been shown to manage symptoms for up to 75 % of those who suffer with IBS!  Research regarding the effectiveness […]

I am excited to share with you my latest project here!  

Today’s topic: Histamine. As much as I love working with my patients….I also, truly love to spend time learning.  It’s not unusual for me to print out 3-4 research articles, hop into bed at night with my highlighter and do some light reading. 🙂 Ha! When I was writing my Complete Idiot’s Guide to Eating […]

It takes two. In every relationship, there is a little give and a little take, right? This is true for your patient-doctor relationships too!My message to you today:  Be an active partner in this relationship! You and your doctor should work collaboratively together in an effort to help you feel your very best. Your relationship […]

Happy New Year! I am very excited for a great 2015…how about you? My BIG goal this year is to share more low FODMAP and lifestyle tips to help you live your best symptom-free life! Today’s topic: sprouting! A little lesson in why sprouting grains, seeds and legumes is a good thing for your health! […]

It’s time to get FESTIVE and enjoy some down time with family and friends! Just a few tips to keep your spirits and tummy happy and calm during the holiday season! If traveling to your celebration, pack a ‘car or plane picnic’–a low FODMAP meal, suitable snacks (peanuts, gluten free pretzels, low FODMAP energy bar such […]

When it comes to managing IBS and other functional gut disorder symptoms, your diet might be only a piece of the pie. From burning reflux, debilitating gas or bloating to urgent diarrhea or unrelenting constipation, digestive health distress impacts millions of Americans. These symptoms can truly stop people in their tracks and can disrupt their […]

Last week, with the help of my colleague Emma Carder, a FODMAP expert dietitian from the UK and my friend Gill, we highlighted some cooking differences and tips in the UK vs US  for FODMAPers. This week, Emma and I provide some tips for grocery shopping and low FODMAP brand names in the UK along […]

  Hello Friends! As you probably know, the low FODMAP diet has gone global! Thankfully, I might add, as there are many IBS sufferers around the globe. Periodically, I receive queries about the differences in baking, food selections etc. in the UK vs. US. So along with my good friend Gill, a fabulous baker, who […]