On today’s podcast, we’re talking about one of the most common problems to affect the gut – and what we can do about it to make IBS less irritating… as a lifelong sufferer, Dirty Diet and 5:2 author Kate shares what she’s learned about calming a sensitive gut, while registered dietitian Helen Phadnis looks at medical and diet approaches to improving this common and distressing condition.

We cover everything from low-FODMAP diets to peppermint tea (and the stronger version, oil capsules, which as Kate reports can have unexpected effects). We also chat about the mental connection to IBS and how to improve that without feeling responsible or even more stressed out.

To find out more about low-FODMAP diets and find a trained dietitian, visit the King’s College site.   

Helen offers consultations via her website, in person or online via video.   

You can try yoga poses which may help with IBS.

This is a user-friendly guide to research on the pros and cons of trying to improve IBS with probiotics. 

Kate used Vivomixx (which is basically the same as #VSL 3 but a little cheaper) to help her IBS:  read more. https://amzn.to/2Am1sbC  

You can buy The Dirty Diet book here for UK delivery.

Or here for international delivery.