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A curated library of clinical and culinary information on low FODMAP and digestive health.
What is IBS Mean: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet

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What is IBS?

Discover the best Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet to alleviate symptoms and improve overall health. Learn about foods to avoid and recommended meals.
The Best Belly Soothers for IBS

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The Best Belly Soothers for IBS

Let’s find out which belly soothers you should consider adding to your IBS arsenal, from herbs to peppermint oil to digestive enzymes.
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IBS, IBD & Exercise: How to Maximize Benefits and Reduce Symptoms

Many athletes suffer from gut issues around an event (an estimated 30-90%). Some potential causes are physiological changes during exercise, stress, and heat.
The Low FODMAP Athlete: How to Handle the Low FODMAP Diet While Training

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The Low FODMAP Athlete: How to Handle the Low FODMAP Diet While Training

Many athletes suffer from gut issues around an event (an estimated 30-90%). Some potential causes are physiological changes during exercise, stress, and heat.
Where FODMAPs Hide: Sorbitol

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Where FODMAPs Hide: Sorbitol

Our new series, “Where FODMAPs Hide” will break down each of the individual FODMAPs and focus on where you can find them. First up, sorbitol.
Probiotics for IBS: Relief for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

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Probiotics and IBS

Learn about the benefits of probiotics for IBS sufferers. Discover how these beneficial bacteria can alleviate symptoms and improve overall gut health.
Healthy Poop (aka how to use the Bristol Stool Chart to your benefit)

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Healthy Poop (aka how to use the Bristol Stool Chart to your benefit)

By using the Bristol Stool chart to describe bowel movements, it can help determine whether stool is healthy/normal or if there is something else going on.
What the FODMAP? 10 Things You Need to Know

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What the FODMAP? 10 Things You Need to Know

Starting the low FODMAP Diet? Here are10 things that you should know before starting on your Low FODMAP journey.

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Support Your Body With an Exclusive Gut-Friendly Yoga Sequence

Finding the time to care for your mind, body, and soul is important. Enjoy this simple yoga sequence for a great stretch to help support all 3!
FODMAP Your Favorites: Low FODMAP Irish Soda Bread Recipe

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FODMAP Your Favorites: Low FODMAP Irish Soda Bread Recipe

Welcome to the St. Patrick’s edition of FODMAP Your Faves: Irish Soda Bread!
Low FODMAP & Gluten-Free Items to Stock Your Pantry and Freezer

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Low FODMAP & Gluten-Free Items to Stock Your Pantry and Freezer

Our Vice President of Nutrition and Translational Science, Kate Scarlata shares how to stock up with these low FODMAP and gluten-free items.
Getting Started with the Low FODMAP Diet

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Using The Principles of Intuitive Eating to Help Manage GI Conditions

Practicing an approach called Intuitive Eating can help you reconnect with this ability to follow your body’s cues and know what works best for your body.
The "3-Pronged Approach" to the Low FODMAP Diet

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2020 Top 10 Epicurator Tips

We're so grateful to all of our Epicurators who helped make 2019 a bit easier on our guts! Check out the Top Ten tips our Epicurators shared this year.
5 Gut-Friendly Mother's Day Gift Ideas

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5 Gut-Friendly Mother's Day Gift Ideas

This Mother's Day show the mom in your life that you care about her and her digestive health. She deserves to feel her best on this special day and beyond!
Eating a Plant-based Diet with Epicured

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Eating a Plant-based Diet with Epicured

Epicured's VP of Nutrition and Translational Science Kate Scarlata shares tips and insights on plant-based eating.
The Facts on Lactose Intolerance and the Low FODMAP Diet

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The Facts on Lactose Intolerance and the Low FODMAP Diet

Learn about the basics of Lactose Intolerance and resources to help manage it.

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5 Strategies for Managing an IBS Flare-Up

Our Epicurator, Andrea Hardy, RD, shares 5 tips for handling IBS flare-ups: times when IBS symptoms get significantly worse than usual.
Managing IBD & IBS During Pregnancy

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Managing IBD & IBS During Pregnancy

Katherine Freeman, MD, is a gastroenterologist specializing in women's gastrointestinal disorders.
IBS is Hard Enough to Manage. Support Groups Help.

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3 Tips for People with Both Irritable Bowel Syndrome and an Eating Disorder

Systematic reviews show 25% of IBS patients have disordered eating patterns. And 90% of patients with anorexia or bulimia have functional GI symptoms.
From the Epicurators: Proactive Dietary Strategies in Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis

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Flavoring Without FODMAPs

Learn how to get the most flavor out of your FODMAP journey!

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