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What is IBS?

What is IBS?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, or both), bloating, and gas. IBS differs from other GI conditions such as Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Celiac Disease in that there is no visible…

Cholesterol + Fiber

Cholesterol + Fiber

It happened – the results of your bloodwork came back and you’ve been told you have high cholesterol. While your first inclination may be to lower or eliminate foods in the diet that contain cholesterol – recent research shows this may have minimal to no…

Managing Constipation

Managing Constipation

Poop! Many people find this topic uncomfortable but for Dietitians it can be a daily topic in the workplace. Why, you might ask!? Poop, or stool as we call it in the medical community, is a direct reflection of the health and integrity of the…

Celiac Disease 101

Celiac Disease 101

So you’ve been diagnosed with celiac disease… now what?  Facing a new diagnosis, a new style of eating and a major lifestyle change can be intimidating. The fact that there is a lot of misinformation circulating in society doesn’t make it any easier. Luckily, I…