Best Ulcerative Colitis Diet Podcasts (2025)

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#16 Learning the basics of diet in IBD - with dietitian Dearbhaile O'Hanlon 32:19

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In Episode 16 of Wrestling the Octopus: The IBD Patient Podcast, we're talking a perennial favourite with Crohn's and UC patients: diet and nutrition in inflammatory bowel disease. Our expert guest is Dearbhaile O'Hanlon, principal gastroenterology dietitian at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital in London, UK. We discuss everything from emulsifiers and ul…

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How Patient Stories Change Perspectives and Influence Lawmakers 52:23

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Every person living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can help change public policy by sharing their story and participating in advocacy events, such as visiting legislators in Washington, D.C. Amber talks to Kelly E. Dwyer, who teaches us how to prepare an elevator speech and gives us practical tips for Hill Day logistics, working within teams…

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60: Why Fibre Hurts Your Gut and How You Can Eat Fibre Again 21:43

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Fibre is usually a problem in those with bowel disease, and if you want to be able to eat your favourite fibre filled foods again, then you need to hear this. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Defining "fibre" Plant vs animal based diets (ex./ carnivore vs. vegan) 5 reasons you can't digest fibre How to be able to eat fibre again How to reintroduce it properly Wan…

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Does Nutrition Matter for an IBD Flare up? 14:20

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Send us a text You can find our new Flare Guide here: 👇 https://crohns-and-colitis-dietitians.thrivecart.com/flare-guide/ This podcast explores the critical role of nutrition in managing IBD flare-ups. Ashley and Danielle discuss how dietary choices can truly impact symptoms and overall health. We address common misconceptions about nutrition in IB…

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Powerful Ways Art Can Help Us Heal from Trauma Featuring Daniel Leighton 53:32

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Amber interviews artist Daniel Leighton, who shares his journey living with Crohn's disease from childhood. Daniel tells us how he didn't think of himself as an artist, but painting became a vital tool for expressing emotions and coping with complex PTSD related to chronic illness. He offers some advice for those intimidated by starting a journey i…

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Deuterium Depleted Water and Hydrogen Sulfide SIBO: Exploring the Connection with Greg Nigh, ND 1:22:18

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Could the water you drink impact your gut health? In this episode, Dr. Greg Nigh discusses deuterium-depleted water, sulfur metabolism and hydrogen sulfide SIBO and their relationship with digestion, energy and overall health. You’ll also hear practical insights on ketogenic and carnivore diets, plus emerging therapies like peptides and infrared li…

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59: Candida, Parasites and SIBO - How They're Causing Your IBD 26:35

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SIBO, Parasites and Candida are some of the biggest drivers in Crohn's and Colitis, but your doctor may never test for them. Even if they do, their answer is usually antibiotics, which doesn't fix the problem or answer the question "how did they gut in my gut in the first place?" TOPICS DISCUSSED: Defining SIBO, Parasites and Candida Why they're a …

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Why BOSH! Are Focusing on Health and Longevity - Bonus Episode Live at Vegan Camp Out. 23:12

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In this live festival bonus episode, I sit down with Henry Firth and Ian Theasby, the duo behind BOSH!, one of the most influential forces in the plant-based movement. For nearly a decade, the BOSH! boys have inspired millions with indulgent plant-based comfort food, bestselling cookbooks, and viral videos. But now, as dads in their 40s, they’re sh…

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What we would say if we weren't afraid to hurt your feelings 13:22

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Send us a text In this podcast, we discuss the impact of wellness trends on health perceptions, particularly as it relates to IBD. We emphasize the importance of seeking professional help, especially during flares and other health challenges, and the need for collaboration among healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. We also talk a…

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#15 Understanding bile acid diarrhoea / malabsorption in IBD with Professor Julian Walters 33:29

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In Episode 15 of Wrestling the Octopus: the IBD Patient Podcast, Nigel and I cover a topic that receives not nearly as much attention as it should: Bile Acid Diarrhoea (BAD) / Bile Acid Malabsorption (BAM) in Crohn's disease. Our expert guest is gastroenterologist, Professor Julian Walters from Imperial College London in the UK. Through Nigel's sto…

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Community In IBD: How to Stop Being Isolated Featuring Aaron Blocker 42:50

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Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD184 Amber talks with Aaron Blocker, a Crohn’s disease patient and advocate, about the importance of finding and creating community for people touched by IBD. Online and in-person groups offer support and serve as platforms to share practical tips and counter misinformation. Aaron points…

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58: Your Diet Isn't Helping Your Gut Heal - Do This Instead 16:36

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Food is a huge part of healing your gut, but if you just can't figure how to make your diet feel like a useful part of your gut healing journey, this episode is for you. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The different ways food harms your gut The biggest mistakes you're making with your diet How to make your food work for you and your gut Want help with your IBD? …

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What is "gut health" when you have IBD? 15:46

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Send us a text In this podcast we talk about the complexities of gut health for those with IBD. We are both patients and practitioners, and discuss understanding gut health beyond just the absence of disease. We talk about the role of diet, lifestyle, and mental health in managing IBD and improving overall well-being. Takeaways- - Health is not jus…

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80 | How Losing My Best Friend Led to Me Healing Colitis Naturally 20:56

21d ago20:56

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When Jude Bentley’s best friend died suddenly, the grief triggered her worst ulcerative colitis flare-up yet — but it also became the spark for her recovery. In this episode, Jude shares the natural tools that took her from rock bottom to lasting remission. Her story is also featured in my new book The Colitis Comeback, now available on Amazon. The…

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IBD 101: Getting to the Bottom of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Featuring Katie Dunleavy, MB, BCh, BAO 41:17

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We get back to the basics of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including the differences between Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and how IBD is different than irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBDologist Dr Katie Dunleavy explains common symptoms, the diagnostic process, and treatment options, focusing on patient advocacy, regular screenings, an…

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The Silent Epidemic: Why We Need to Talk About C. Difficile with Christian John Lillis 58:49

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What happens when a preventable infection takes the life of someone you love? In this episode, Christian John Lillis shares the heartbreaking story of losing his mom to C. difficile, a bacterial infection, and how that loss inspired his mission to fight back. He talks about what everyone needs to know about C. diff: the warning signs, how it spread…

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57: Stress is Killing Your Gut - Here's How to Fix it 16:22

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Stress is driving your gut symptoms and making you flare - and unless you can control it (and fix the damage), you could be stuck in this cycle. But it doesn't have to be this way! TOPICS DISCUSSED: Immune pathways triggered by stress (vs. IBD) The 4 stages of IBD Origins of your Crohn's / Colitis Tests you can use for IBD Steps to reversing it Wan…

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#14 Iron Deficiency and Anaemia: What Every IBD Patient Should Know 39:55

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Every IBD patient will have likely had a run-in with iron deficiency or anaemia at some point while living with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease. And for many of us it’s a constant problem. So in this episode of Wrestling the Octopus: The IBD Patient Podcast, Nigel and I wanted to invite an iron expert to join us and talk us through what infla…

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Unlocking the Secrets to Stress Management Featuring Jin Lee, PhD 27:20

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Stress is a huge problem for people who live with immune-mediated conditions like Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. The condition causes tension in all the parts of our lives. We can't get rid of it, so we need to find ways to either minimize it or manage it. I talk to Dr. Jin Lee, neuropsychologist and CEO of IMIdeology, about managing stress…

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How does alcohol impact IBD? 14:17

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Send us a text In this podcast, we explore the relationship between alcohol consumption and IBD. Ashley and Danielle discuss how alcohol is often avoided by individuals with IBD because it can significantly worsen gut symptoms. We highlight the normalization of alcohol consumption in our culture, the risks associated with it, and the impact on gut …

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Probiotics - The strain names matter 18:22

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Send us a text Ashley and Danielle discuss probiotics, emphasizing the importance of a strain specific approach, the need for evidence-based research, and addressing common myths surrounding probiotics. We talk about the role of prebiotics and how important quality testing is in probiotic products and any supplement. We go over what probiotics can …

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56: Are Probiotics a Scam and Can They Help Crohn's or Colitis? 22:53

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The probiotic industry is a dicey one and much of it is a scam - on top of that, many probiotics are going to be really bad for your gut when you have IBD. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Which probiotics are a scam or a waste of money Which ones are safe The best and worst probiotics How to get the most out of your probiotics Want help with your IBD? Join the R…

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#13 Nigel and Rachel Reflect on Recent Life with IBD... 27:24

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Welcome back, folks! Think of this episode as a commercial break between our interviews with patients and healthcare professionals. In Episode 13, Nigel and I shoot the breeze about our lives with inflammatory bowel disease... with a little bit of insight into what it means to be a patient with either Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. We also …

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SIBO Secrets: What My Gut Test Uncovered with Lindsey Parsons, EdD 23:39

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Struggling with gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea or a diagnosis like SIBO or IBS? Your stool might have the answers. On this episode, I walk through my own Gut Zoomer stool test results and show how microbiome testing can uncover hidden issues — from bacterial overgrowth to gluten sensitivity — and what to do about them naturally. Lindsey Pars…

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55: The Top 3 Tests To Find The Root Cause of Your Crohn's and Colitis 21:52

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Every case of IBD has a root cause and I'm going to show you the 3 most important tests you can do, why and when to do them to help identify what's causing your IBD. TOPICS DISCUSSED: Why your doctor's tests are no good The OAT (organic acid test) The HTMA (hair tissue mineral analysis) The GI Map (gut microbiome) Why your health history matters Un…

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How Storytelling Fosters Compassion for Kids with Chronic Illness 35:21

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A children's book leads to this conversation, which bridges the worlds of chronic illness, creativity, and connection. I talk with MB (Britt) Mooney, author of "The Mouse Who Couldn't Eat Cheese," a children's book inspired by a young woman named Alex who lived with severe Crohn's disease. MB, a science fiction and fantasy author, stepped outside h…

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#12 Mental Health and IBD with Clinical Psychologist, Dr Stacey Boardman 44:24

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Ask anyone living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis what their main concerns are and you'll find the topic of mental health in IBD right up there, top of the list. So Nigel and I were delighted when we found out a mental health expert wanted to come onto our podcast to share a few pearls about supporting good mental health in IBD. Welcome …

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54: This is How You Got Crohn's and Colitis 17:24

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Crohn's and colitis aren't random like your doctor told you - there's a reason why it's happening. I'm going to show you what that reason is, what parts of your immune system are inflamed and what to do about it. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The 3 reasons you got sick The immune pathways implicated in IBD (and what they mean for you) The 4 stages of IBD Under…

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New IBD Research - Lancet Plant Based Discussion 13:43

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Send us a text In this podcast, we talk about the findings of a recent study published in The Lancet regarding the benefits of a plant-based diet for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). We discuss the significance of including more plant-based foods in the diet, the importance of fiber for gut health, and practical steps for gradually int…

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53: How All Of Your Symptom Are Coming From Your Gut 25:15

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IBD doesn't show up by itself - it creates a whole whack of symptoms inside of your gut and this episode is going to teach you why that's happening and how to fix it. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The 3 reasons you get sick The role of chronic stress, poor diet and mold Your gut microbiome and leaky gut Immune responses Your blood brain barrier The 5 R's to re…

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#11 Author Vicky Ball Discusses Life With IBD - Plus Her Famous Viral Moment! 16:47

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Author Vicky Ball has lived with mild inflammatory bowel disease since 2021. She has published two teen fiction books, with a third adult fiction book in the works. In this episode of Wrestling the Octopus: The IBD Patient Podcast, Vicky talks to us about how she manages her career as a writer while living with IBD. She also tells us about her now-…

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79 | How to Find Mental Strength When Struggling with Ulcerative Colitis 5:58

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In this episode of The Colitis Healing Path, host Marc McLean shares the #1 strategy he's used for finding mental strength when going through dark days with this condition. Through his own experience and a deeply moving healing story from a listener, you'll discover how to shift your mindset, rebuild emotional resilience, and find real hope in the …

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Bloated and Stressed Out: Cortisol, Insulin Resistance and Healing with Shana Hussin, RDN 52:44

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Feeling bloated, wired or constantly stressed? Shana Hussin, RDN unpacks how cortisol spikes, insulin resistance and even lack of sunlight can wreak havoc on your gut and overall health. Learn how balancing your hormones and embracing natural rhythms can support digestion, energy and healing. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issu…

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How Propel a Cure is Transforming Crohn's Disease Research 39:26

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Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD180 Grassroots organizations are an important part of the IBD landscape, helping fill in the many gaps in our underserved community. Amber talks with Angela Clark, president and CEO of Propel a Cure, a grassroots nonprofit that funds research projects looking for the causes of Crohn's d…

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E114 Separating From Your Toxic Family: Narcissistic Abusive Family Systems Part 2 16:15

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Separating myself physically, emotionally & mentally from my toxic family of origin was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I discuss: two mental health professionals who helped me do this—and they are FREE resources; the reasoning behind why this kind of separation is necessary for you to heal and thrive; and a story from my childhood that d…

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Meal Planning 24:55

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Send us a text In this episode, Ashley, Danielle and Christa discuss the ways we approach meal planning. We talk about the challenges of balancing busy lives with the need for nutritious meals and share some creative breakfast and dinner ideas. We think having some quick meals ready to go are good to have on hand, especially if you have fatigue fro…

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Don't ignore the DR but also do this (diet, lifestyle and taking control)

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Welcome to you if you hopped over from Facebook after I mentioned this podcastPeople don't always know how much diet and lifestyle can help you. I wasn't expecting some hate on how well I am, simply because I am in remission. But I feel so sad for the person who commented "You can't have been that bad then" If you feel I can help, reach out: Facebo…

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#10 IBD and Ageing - Gastroenterologist, Dr Adam Faye Tells Us What We Need to Know! 47:54

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Getting older with inflammatory bowel disease - be that Crohn's or ulcerative colitis - comes with specific challenges and tailored decision-making with our healthcare teams. This includes considering drug safety as we age, other conditions (co-morbidities) we develop as we get older, plus the safety of procedures - and much more besides. So we are…

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52: The 4 Stages of Crohn's and Colitis (How you get IBD) 33:33

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Bowel disease happens in stages, and understanding the stage you're in is a massive key to healing yourself naturally, and reversing this disease. TOPICS DISCUSSED: The 4 stages of IBD Symptoms of stages 1-4 Identifying what stage you're in How much hope is there for you to reverse this based on your stage? Lab tests you can get for IBD Want help w…

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E113 I Was The Scapegoat in a Narcissistic Abusive Family System & It Caused IBD 14:27

2M ago14:27

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Learning I was the scapegoat in a narcissistic abusive family system opened my eyes to so many things. I discuss: the underlying anxiety I had to address due to surviving in this dysfunctional family system; examples of my scapegoat situation; how Jerry Wise’s course changed my life for the better; and why my situation may resonate with you 💚 📺 Wat…

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E112 My Father’s Death Helped My IBD 13:40

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Learn why the death of my parent was helpful with regard to IBD. I discuss what happened immediately following his death; a sad choice that I had to make; and why I’m better off making a tough decision that most people won’t —even if it’s better for their physical and mental health 💚 📺 Watch the YouTube video of this episode HERE 🎧 LISTEN to all ep…

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78 | 'You CAN Beat This' – Matt Cadman's Inspiring Colitis Healing Story 31:35

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Are you battling ulcerative colitis and feeling like there’s no way out? Matt Cadman has been there — flaring hard, facing 30–40 bloody bowel movements a day, and weighing just 130 pounds at 6’5”. In this inspiring episode, Matt shares his raw and real journey from severe colitis symptoms to full recovery — and he's now medication free. You’ll hear…

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Unpacking Mold Illness: Symptoms, Testing and Recovery Protocols with Terri Fox, MD 39:40

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Unresolved fatigue, brain fog or neurological issues? It could be mold. Learn how mycotoxins from hidden mold exposure can trigger long-term immune dysfunction, its connection to Lyme disease, and what you can do to heal, including testing, binders and detox strategies with Terri Fox, MD. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues a…

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How Food Poisoning Can Rewire Your Gut: Understanding Post-Infectious IBS 28:03

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Still dealing with bloating or gut issues long after food poisoning? It could be post-infectious IBS—a form of SIBO triggered by autoimmunity. Learn how infections like Campylobacter or E coli can lead to nerve damage in the gut and what to do about it, including prokinetics, antimicrobials and a potential cure. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps cl…

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#9 Travelling With IBD - Our Interview With IBD Passport Founder, Kay Greveson 29:35

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Going on your summer holidays? Travelling with Crohn's or ulcerative colitis? Join us on our latest episode of Wrestling the Octopus: The IBD Patient Podcast as we chat with Kay Greveson, Kay is the founder of IBD Passport - a brilliant resource and educational website for people with IBD who need information on travel with their disease. We talk a…

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From Privacy to Advocacy: Balancing Faith and Chronic Illness Featuring Hindy (Tauber) Klein 30:04

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Amber speaks with Hindy Klein, a member of the Orthodox Jewish community living with Crohn’s colitis. Hindy shares how she manages IBD while observing Jewish laws, discussing challenges with diet, fasting, and hospital care during Shabbat and holidays. She also talks about overcoming stigma, the importance of community support, and how her faith he…

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51: Do You Have Leaky Gut? (And How to Heal It) 19:04

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The term "leaky gut" is everywhere and I'm going to show you how to know if you have it, why it's a problem for your health and how you can heal your leaky gut naturally. TOPICS DISCUSSED: What is leaky gut? Why do you have leaky gut? How you can heal leaky gut What caused your leaky gut? Want help with your IBD? Join the Reversing Crohn's and Coli…

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E111 The IBD CIRS Podcast Is Back!! 15:21

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After a several-month hiatus, I am back!!! I am here with more episodes and stories, and can’t wait to share them all with you 💚 In this episode, I discuss my reasons for returning to this podcast; my new format (incl video!); another amazing IBD podcast recommendation; and upcoming topics and episodes. Get ready for the new & improved IBD Warrior …

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Top Things we do to manage our IBD 37:59

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Send us a text In this podcast Ashley, Danielle and Christa discuss their personal strategies for managing their IBD. IBD can be overwhelming and unpredictable so we want to share with you the top things we do as patients to keep symptoms and inflammation under control. We emphasize the importance of physical activity, dietary choices, sleep hygien…

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#8 From Birkenhead to Philadelphia - an IBD Patient's Story 30:26

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In this episode of Wrestling the Octopus: The IBD Patient Podcast, Nigel and I are delighted to welcome Rob, our first IBD patient guest on the show! Rob talks to us about his diagnosis of Crohn's as a Brit in the USA. We absolutely loved speaking with him - highly relatable and a really nice guy to boot! Let us know what you think - plenty more pa…