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Our crew spent two days with six of the world's leading IBS experts from Harvard, Stanford and UCLA. By the end, our whole team could explain what causes IBS, the gut-brain connection and how it's actually treated. That's the whole idea. ModernGut's program translates complex science into relatable, practical takeaways anyone can apply (even people without IBS). Our goal is to empower you with that same knowledge so you feel in control of your gut. Enrollment is officially open, and if you sign

If you told me this would be my life one year ago I would have never believed you. Today I get to share ModernGut, the IBS program I always wished I could give my patients. Fifteen studio-filmed video lessons with accompanying written guides, featuring six of the world's leading IBS experts from Harvard, Stanford, UCLA and Washington University in St. Louis. Everything you need to finally understand what's going on in your gut, what treatments actually work, and what changes help you feel better

Sharing my somewhat controversial takes on IBS (yes not everyone is going to like it). IBS gets treated like a throwaway diagnosis, the label you get when every test comes back normal. It isn't. It's a real, complex, multisystem condition that affects up to 10% of people, and many get sent home to just live with it. Here’s your reminder that IBS is not untreatable. You just need the right trustworthy information to figure out what’s best for your gut. ModernGut is a science-backed IBS guide I de

Having IBS doesn't mean living on white rice and chicken broth forever. Struggling to find IBS information that's practical and actually evidence-based? I’m a gastroenterologist tired of seeing my patients stuck on restrictive diets for months. That’s why I built @ModernGut alongside experts from Harvard, UCLA, and Stanford for people, like you, who are confused and searching for answers. The program covers diagnosis, testing, and most importantly treatment across nine video and written lessons

Bile acid malabsorption is a common cause of gut symptoms after gallbladder surgery. The purpose of the gallbladder is to store bile, without a gallbladder excess bile is secreted into the gut which can cause diarrhea and urgency. In some folks it can get better after the gut has time to adjust but many patients have symptoms for years after surgery. Fortunately a bile acid binder can be a very effective first line treatment. Disclaimer: Content is for education purposes only and should not be

So many fancy gut health supplements out there but the evidence behind many of them is questionable and the risks are real… have you tried any of these supplements?

I’ll go first “it’s all in your head, don’t worry about it…” except she couldn’t leave her house before 10am because she needed quick access to the toilet. Here to correct all the misinformation about IBS #ibs

Sharing some of my own gut health struggles and strategies to overcome them in Part 7. From your gastroenterologist bff. Who else gets constipated when they travel? Disclaimer: Content is for education purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team for any medical decisions or prior to stopping or starting any medications or supplements.

What are your IBS triggers? Share in the comments 👇 Food is not the only factor that affects IBS. These are triggers could impact your symptoms as much or even more than food. This is highly individualized! Some people may be affected by one factor and not another. Identifying and anticipating your individual triggers can give your better control over your symptoms. IBS is also unpredictable so it can flare up even without any identifiable trigger. Learning to manage flares can help keep your s

Fiber supplementation is one of the best ways to treat constipation but many people experience gas, bloating and constipation with fiber supplementation. Not drinking enough water is often the culprit #fiber #psyllium #constipation #gut #guthealth

Replying to @Cutie3.14 let me know in the comments what else you want to me to cover in this series (Inspo @Claire Edwards ) #gut #guthealth #gastroenterology #constipation #olipop #fiber #poppi #hemorrhoids #pooptok

Fatty liver affects one in four Americans and will soon become the number one reason for liver transplant #fattyliver #liver #liverhealth #livertransplant #liverhealth