Hello FODMAPers and Friends. This post is for those of you that are single and navigating the dating scene with IBS. Did you just make a date on Bumble, Tinder, Match.com? Or perhaps you are going out with a friend of a friend or blind date?  I’m guessing that you didn’t mention you’ve got IBS […]

Hello my fellow gut health fans! Today’s topic is about the role of prebiotics and probiotics for individuals with IBS. Let’s start with a primer on prebiotics and probiotics, shall we? What’s a prebiotic? In December 2016, microbiology, nutrition and research experts were gathered by the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics to discuss a […]

Delicious Oatmeal Raisin Bliss Happy Bars make their debut. Another great low FODMAP option!

Hey FODMAPers & Friends…happy Monday! Lately, I have been really into creating one bowl wonders. What’s a one bowl wonder? A full balanced meal with all the essential nutrients for good health in one bowl.  I am all about adding colorful produce to my dishes–lots of phytonutrients (rich in disease-fighting antioxidants) to keep me and my family […]

  Thought I would share a few of my favorite traveling companions when I am away from home (including low FODMAP snacks.) Today, I am away in Ann Arbor, Michigan speaking at University of Michigan’s FOOD: The Main Course to Digestive Health course. A great program for dietitians interested in digestive health! My running sneakers. […]

Hey Friends! Today’s post is on embracing “good enough” and letting go of perfectionism. Trying to be perfect is plain exhausting…and who really has time for that? Not me. Brene Brown has been quoted as saying this, “Perfectionism is a self destructive and addictive belief system that fuels this primary thought: If I look perfect, […]

Delightful gluten free & low FODMAP pumpkin scones with maple glaze.

10 things to keep in mind if you’ve got IBS.

Dark chocolate is my favorite food group. Are you with me? Good news…dark chocolate not only comes with a delicious taste but offers up some health perks for your gut.  And as many of you know by now, dark chocolate is low FODMAP in a 30 g portion (about two tablespoons of semi-sweet morsels). Did […]