The IBS Dietitian Podcast

Did the low FODMAP diet leave you feeling like you failed—or like it failed you? Either way, you deserve answers, and this episode delivers them. Only 50–70% of people respond to the low FODMAP diet—and even "success" rarely means zero symptoms. Kirsten reveals the most common reasons it seems to fail (fiber drops, under-eating, outdated guidance, missed gut-brain factors, treating it as forever) and exactly how to fix each one. Plus: when it might not be IBS at all. In this episode, Kirsten breaks down the most common reasons the low FODMAP diet appears to fail—and what to do about each one: 🌾 The fiber trap: Cutting out high-FODMAP fruits, vegetables, and grains without proper swaps can tank your fiber intake, leaving you more constipated and uncomfortable than before 🍽️ Under-eating: Low calories slow gut function and can worsen sleep and mental health—creating a vicious cycle 👎🏽 Inaccurate guidance: Outdated food lists and portion mistakes mean many people aren't actually following the diet correctly 🖼️ Missing the bigger picture: Sleep, movement, and anxiety all influence IBS through the gut-brain axis—food is not the whole story ⌛ Treating it as forever: Low FODMAP is a 4–6 week elimination followed by structured reintroductions to identify YOUR tolerances, not a long-term diet 😕 When it's not IBS at all: Rarely, conditions like bile acid diarrhea or endometriosis are mistaken for IBS—and if nothing adds up, it's time to see your physician If you've tried low FODMAP and felt like a failure, this episode will help you figure out what actually went wrong—and how to fix it. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Kirsten Jackson Website: https://theibsdietitian.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ibsdiet... Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/notification... Download the Free IBS Guide: https://kirsten-jackson.mykajabi.com/... ---- 🕰️ Chapters 00:00 Why Low FODMAP Fails 00:48 What Research Really Shows 02:15 Dropouts and Hidden Results 03:45 Fix One Fiber Mistake 05:12 Stop Under-Eating Calories 07:24 Are You Doing It Right? 08:55 Food Is Not the Whole Story 10:07 Low FODMAP Is a Process 11:50 When It Is Not IBS 13:26 Wrap Up and Next Steps ---- 🏷️ Hashtags: #IBS #LowFODMAP #IBSDietitian #GutHealth #FODMAPDiet #IBSSymptoms #GutBrainAxis #DigestiveHealth #IBSRelief #FODMAP #GutHealthMatters #IBSAwareness #DietitianTips #GutHealthJourney #LowFODMAPDiet #BloatingRelief #IBSCommunity #NutritionPodcast #GutMicrobiome #HealthyGut

Bloated an hour after eating? Convinced it was the pasta—but it might not have been. One of the biggest mistakes in IBS is blaming the most recent meal for your symptoms. The truth? Reactions can be delayed for hours, depend on how much you ate, and be driven by things that have nothing to do with food at all. In this episode I break down the six most common dietary triggers and why each one behaves differently: 🥑 Fat — can overstimulate the gastrocolic reflex, even "healthy" fats ☕ Caffeine — speeds gut transit and worsens anxiety and sleep 🌶️ Chili — may increase gut movement and pain, though evidence is limited 🧅 FODMAPs — carbs that draw water and create gas in the large bowel 🌾 Fiber — type, viscosity, and amount all matter 🍽️ Portion thresholds — the same food can be fine one day and not the next Then, the practical part: how to actually find your triggers. Why a 7-day detailed diary beats guessing Exactly what to track: food, timing, ingredients, fluids, mood, movement, sleep, and specific symptoms How to spot patterns, not one-offs The eliminate-then-reintroduce method (short avoidance of 1–2 weeks; low FODMAP max 4) to confirm tolerance Why unnecessary restriction is the real enemy Stop shrinking your plate. Start finding real answers. ---- 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Kirsten Jackson Website: https://theibsdietitian.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ibsdietitian/?hl=en Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/notifications/?filter=all Download the Free IBS Guide: https://kirsten-jackson.mykajabi.com/ibstarterguide ---- ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Why Triggers Feel Random 00:55 Common IBS Food Triggers 01:00 Fat And Fast Gut Motility 01:52 Caffeine Anxiety And Sleep 02:38 Chili And Spice Confusion 03:06 FODMAPs Explained Simply 03:43 Fiber Types And Tolerance 04:14 Stop Blaming One Meal 04:36 Food Diaries Done Right 05:33 What To Track Daily 08:15 Finding Patterns Not One Offs 09:28 Eliminate Then Reintroduce 10:52 Avoid Over Restricting Foods 11:14 Your Next Action Steps ---- 🏷️ HASHTAGS #IBS #IBSTriggers #GutHealth #LowFODMAP #FoodDiary #IBSDietitian #GutBrainAxis #DigestiveHealth #KirstenJackson #IBSSupport #FODMAP #GutMicrobiome #IBSRelief #NutritionTips

Does your life revolve around IBS? Are you tired of guessing which foods are "safe"? You are not alone. Hi I am Kirsten Jackson —a UK Registered Dietitian with over 15 years of experience and a fellow IBS sufferer—I cut through the noise of generic online advice to offer a lifeline. Finally, understand why the "one-size-fits-all" approach fails and why many patients are left to fend for themselves after a vague diagnosis. I introduce a multifactorial, individualized strategy that goes beyond just food restriction. True relief involves looking at the gut-brain axis, sleep, exercise, and the microbiome. What you will learn: 🚫 Why "Dr. Google" often gets gut health wrong. 🧩 Why IBS is a complex, multifactorial condition. 🌱 Why diet restriction is not the long-term goal. 🔍 What practical steps you can take to start healing today. Coming up on the channel: We will dive deep into the low FODMAP diet, identifying your personal triggers, supplement reviews, and how to evaluate trending gut-health claims. Hit subscribe to stop surviving and start thriving. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES Kirsten Jackson Website: https://theibsdietitian.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.ibsdietitian/?hl=en Follow on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/notifications/?filter=all Download the Free IBS Guide: https://kirsten-jackson.mykajabi.com/ibstarterguide ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 IBS Fear And Food 00:22 Bad Online Advice 01:21 Meet Kirsten Jackson 02:21 IBS Is Multifactorial 02:52 Beyond Diet Restriction 03:15 What This Channel Covers 03:56 Practical Change And Subscribe 🏷️ HASHTAGS #IBS #GutHealth #LowFODMAP #IBSDietitian #GutBrainAxis #DigestiveHealth #KirstenJackson #IBSSupport #Nutrition #HealthEducation #GutMicrobiome #ChronicIllness

SIBO aka small intestinal bacterial overgrowth is a hot subject right now. Those with IBS are commonly misdiagnosed and actually have SIBO. But, how do you diagnose and treat this condition. In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian tells you how! Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

Bread is often blamed for bloating. We are told to cut out bread from our diets and that gluten is bad for us. But did you know that this is actually a myth and that bread is good for your gut? In this episode, Kirsten discusses how you can eat bread without bloating and the difference between a gluten free diet and a low FODMAP diet. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

Did your IBS symptoms start as a baby or young child? Or perhaps you have a child with IBS and do not know where to turn to next. In this episode The IBS Dietitian, Kirsten Jackson, speaks to Bahee Van De Bor who is a paediatric specialist IBS dietitian. Bahee covers what symptoms are abnormal, the possible causes, what tests are needed and the low FODMAP diet. Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here . Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

Some people claim that food is just fuel but we know from research that this is not the case. Food is also about emotions and social ques as well. While every food has a place in a healthy diet and occassionally overeating will make zero difference to your health, do you regularly over eat or consume foods you know will make your IBS worse? This is a common issue and something we can use intuitive eating methods for. In this episode, The IBS Dietiitan, Kirsten Jackson, speaks to specialist dietitian Maeve Hanan from Dietetically Speaking. She outlines what is this new method and how can you bring into your daily routine. Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

You have heard about the gut-brain axis but what about the skin-gut axis? Again there are so many claims out there is can be confusing! So before you rush off to buy an expensive probiotic for your acne, listen to this podcast! In this episode, The IBS Dietitian, Kirsten Jackson speaks to UK Dermatologist Dr. Natalia Spierings about all things gut-skin. Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here . Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

More and more people are wanting to follow a plant based diet for health reasons and also ethical reasons. Whilst the research does support that a plant based diet is beneficial for gut health (and other areas of health), many of the claims online are inaccurate. You may also find that switching to a plant based diet overnight can cause problems with your IBS. In this episode The IBS Dietitian Kirsten Jackson speaks to Dr B, New York Times best selling author of Fiber Fueled. Dr B is a world famous US gastroenterologist and a huge fan of educating the public on evidence based nutrition (aka no fads!). Mentioned on the podacast - Dr B's website: https://theplantfedgut.com/about/ Andrew Reynolds study: https://journals.plos.org/plosmedicine/article?id=10.1371/journal.pmed.1003053

The low FODMAP diet is a term which is thrown around casually but often, even people are following the diet don't actually understand what it is about. This can lead to a lot of confusion and actually incorrectly following the diet process. In this episode, The IBS Dietitian, Kirsten, what the low FODMAP diet is and the do's and dont's to avoid further harm to your gut. NICE guidelines for the management and diagnosis of IBS: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg61/chapter/1-Recommendations#diagnosis-of-ibs Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here . Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

When you have IBS you relationship with your body is not normally very good. People will often say they feel 'fat' and 'frumpy' as their bloating expands up and down all day. And, let's be honest, the barage of 'perfect' body images on social media does not help the situation. In this episode, Kirsten Jackson, The IBS Dietitian speaks to Lottie Drynan, founder of The Tummy Diaries and My Bloated Wardrobe. Lottie uses her Instagram account to normalise bloating and to teach us how to love our body no matter what shape it is. AND she has a following of 185k which shows how much of an issue this is! Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here . Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

We throw around the terminology of IBS quite a bit but do we actually understand what IBS is? Most people feel that when they get diagnosed with IBS that they didn't diagnosed with a 'real' condition. But actually this is not the case and it is key to understand the condition in order to control it and move forward. In this episode, The IBS Dietitian Kirsten Jackson will define what IBS the symptoms you should expect and how to get an accurate diagnosis. Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here . Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

Pre-made sauces usually contain onion, garlic and other high FODMAP ingredients which means that you usually have to make everything from scratch when on the low FODMAP diet. Luckily there is another option as Bay's Kitchen produces a huge range of suitable, low FODMAP certified options for you to enjoy. In this episode The IBS Dietitian Kirsten Jackson will be chatting to the founder of Bay's Kitchen to find out how this idea came about and how on earth she comes up with so many tasty sauces! Do not forget to download the free low FODMAP guide by clicking here . Thank you to our sponsor Bay's Kitchen, you can find out more about their products https://www.bayskitchen.com/low-fodmap-diet/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks about the vegan diet whilst having IBS. She explains which macro and micronutrients you need to watch out for and how to navigate fiber intake. Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks to Gastroenterology consultant Dr Ramakrishnan about colonoscopies. Find out why doctors carry out colonoscopies and what you should expect Mentioned in the podcast: Contact details for Dr Ramakirshnan: https://www.spirehealthcare.com/consultant-profiles/dr-subramaniam-ramakrishnan-c4382946/ Dr Ramakrishnan's Instagram: @dr_ramsgastro Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' talks to Obstetrics and Gynaecology consultant Dr Shikha Saxena about how a women's digestive system is impacted through pregnancy and post-partum. Mentioned in the podcast - - Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar - Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' chats to Candace Langford who is a pelvic floor specialist physiotherapist from South Africa. Candace explains how pelvic floor changes in both men and women can impact the bowel function and IBS. Mentioned in the podcast Candace Langford's Instagram: @ nutureyourvagina Candace Langford's website: https://nurturepelvichealth.com Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' chats with a member of the Take Control Program as they explain how they resolved their IBS-constipation dominant after suffering with it for 35 years. Mentioned in the podcast - Kirsten's IBS Free IBS Webinar - https://bit.ly/2020-IBS-Webinar Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson 'The IBS Dietitian' covers the low FODMAP Diet. What is the low FODMAP Diet? What does it actually do? And, how do you do it safely? Mentioned in the podcast The Take Control Programme: https://thefoodtreatmentclinicltd.lpages.co/take-control-2021-launch-1/ Probiotics - https://thefoodtreatmentclinic.com/which-probiotics-are-good-for-ibs/ Glutamine research - https://thefoodtreatmentclinic.com/do-glutamine-supplements-help-ibs-supplements/ Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/

In this episode host, Kirsten Jackson the IBS Dietitan , speaks to Dr Saliha, founder of The Light House Arabia. Dr Saliha provides a break down of why sleep is so important in gut health and what steps you can take to improve your quality and quantity of sleep. Dr Saliha also discusses why some people may find it difficult to sleep at times and what you can do about this. Mentioned in the podcast; Dr Saliha's Instagram @drsalihaafridi The Light House Arabia @lighthousearabia Kirsten Jackson @the.ibsdietitian Thanks to our sponsor FODMAP everyday https://www.fodmapeveryday.com/