Living with IBS-C often requires more than just medications. In this episode, host Jacqueline Gaulin is joined by Dr. Kumkum Patel, a board-certified gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, CA, who specializes in treating IBS patients (find her at kumkumpatelmd.com or @dr.gut_motility). Together, they explore how to integrate complementary therapies into your care plan to help you feel and function better.

You'll learn:

• How nutrition can support IBS-C management—and where to start

• Why stress can make symptoms worse

• What emerging research says about the gut microbiome and probiotics

• How to figure out which therapies are right for you

• Why shared-decision making with your healthcare provider is key

This episode is made possible with support from Ardelyx.