https://blog.katescarlata.com Kate Scarlata RD Wed, 01 May 2019 12:15:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/05/01/bloating-potential-causes-and-treatments-a-book-giveaway/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/05/01/bloating-potential-causes-and-treatments-a-book-giveaway/#comments Wed, 01 May 2019 12:00:54 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=12773 I thought I would talk about bloating today. Does that sound like a good plan? Abdominal bloating is a common clinical problem, and I would say, it is one of the most bothersome symptom in individuals with IBS. What contributes to bloating?  “Four factors are involved in the pathophysiology of bloating: a subjective sensation of […]]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/05/01/bloating-potential-causes-and-treatments-a-book-giveaway/feed/ 84 12773 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/02/01/instagram-q-a/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/02/01/instagram-q-a/#comments Fri, 01 Feb 2019 13:04:23 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=12562 A recap of my recent Instagram Q & A. Topics: low FODMAP diet, "leaky gut", SIBO, herbal therapy, & more!]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/02/01/instagram-q-a/feed/ 10 12562 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/01/04/dealing-with-the-emotional-scars-of-sibo-or-ibs-when-to-get-help/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/01/04/dealing-with-the-emotional-scars-of-sibo-or-ibs-when-to-get-help/#comments Fri, 04 Jan 2019 13:54:11 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=12368 Today’s topic is about the emotion scars associated with experiencing severe GI symptoms related to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). For some, a difficult experience with SIBO or severe IBS may result in post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Image credit: Photo by Abigail Keenan on Unsplash First, I will briefly share […]]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2019/01/04/dealing-with-the-emotional-scars-of-sibo-or-ibs-when-to-get-help/feed/ 33 12368 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/23/es-ibs-journey/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/23/es-ibs-journey/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2018 13:30:46 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11822 As part of the IBelieveinyourStory campaign, I bring you E’s story: “My story started many years ago as I have struggled with constipation for as long as I can remember … I mentioned my constipation to my PCP six or seven years ago at my annual check up. She suggested adding more fiber to my diet. I […]]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/23/es-ibs-journey/feed/ 1 11822 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/20/laurens-story-ibelieveinyourstory/ Fri, 20 Apr 2018 13:31:24 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11754 Today, I am sharing another IBS and SIBO story as part of the #IBelieveinyourStory campaign. Here is Lauren’s story: Since the time I was little, I always enjoyed being active. I was constantly running around and playing various sports. My stomach never bothered me; I could eat a whole cupcake and go for a run […]]]> 11754 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/19/donate-to-ibs-research/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/19/donate-to-ibs-research/#comments Thu, 19 Apr 2018 13:06:38 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11797 Hello Friends! As you know, it is IBS awareness month and via the #IBelieveinyourStory campaign, I am on a mission to change the future of IBS. As you know, treatments for IBS are currently suboptimal. Most medications have side effects and don’t work for many. The low FODMAP diet is effective in managing symptoms in […]]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/19/donate-to-ibs-research/feed/ 1 11797 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/09/beths-story-how-to-share-your-story/ Mon, 09 Apr 2018 13:35:59 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11722 Today, I will feature another IBS journey. Here’s Beth IBS story… “My whole life, I could always eat any food and not suffer from gut issues; I used to say I had an iron stomach. That is, until one day, when I ended up in the emergency room, doubled over in pain after a week of […]]]> 11722 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/02/ibs-awareness-video-ibelieveinyourstory/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/02/ibs-awareness-video-ibelieveinyourstory/#comments Mon, 02 Apr 2018 14:46:32 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11711 Hello Friends! I hope you will join me and raise awareness of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) by watching and SHARING my JUST launched,  IBS Awareness video.  (<Click on blue link). As you may or may not know, IBS is a chronic and painful gastrointestinal condition that impacts 40-45 million in […]]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2018/04/02/ibs-awareness-video-ibelieveinyourstory/feed/ 4 11711 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2017/11/29/enjoy-healthy-happy-holiday-season-ibs-sibo/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2017/11/29/enjoy-healthy-happy-holiday-season-ibs-sibo/#comments Wed, 29 Nov 2017 12:44:34 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11188 Embrace good self care during the holiday season.]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2017/11/29/enjoy-healthy-happy-holiday-season-ibs-sibo/feed/ 4 11188 https://blog.katescarlata.com/2017/11/17/10-tips-for-living-life-to-the-fullest-with-ibs-or-sibo/ https://blog.katescarlata.com/2017/11/17/10-tips-for-living-life-to-the-fullest-with-ibs-or-sibo/#comments Fri, 17 Nov 2017 11:23:59 +0000 https://blog.katescarlata.com/?p=11107 Tips on embracing a well-balanced life for those with GI distress. ]]> https://blog.katescarlata.com/2017/11/17/10-tips-for-living-life-to-the-fullest-with-ibs-or-sibo/feed/ 4 11107