IBS Freedom Podcast
199 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 61 ratingsYou can treat your gut without restrictive, awful diets... You can trust us to show you how! Whether you're newly diagnosed with IBS or a veteran, the IBS Freedom Podcast will provide clarity for your healing journey. Each week your IBS experts will cover topics within the world of IBS including small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), leaky gut syndrome, dysbiosis, the low FODMAP diet, candida, and so much more.Meet your hosts!- Dr. Nicole DiNezza, DC, NTP is a functional medicine doctor and nutritional therapy practitioner from Chapel Hill, NC.- Amy Hollenkamp, RD is a registered dietitian from Cincinnati, OH.
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Episodes
Conquering LIBO - IBS Freedom Podcast #134
June 05, 2023 12:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBHave you ever heard the word LIBO? LIBO stands for "Large Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth" This happens when the number of bacteria that inhabit the large intestines were all over the place - either high or low. Get to know more about it in this week's episode. Learn more info such as how to treat LIBO, how to conquer LIBO, and what is the difference between LIBO and SIBO (treatment wise).
Allergies and Celiac on the Rise - IBS freedom Podcast #133
May 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBHave you observed the number of people you know that have food allergies or have celiac disease? It might not be that noticeable but there is an increase in the number of people having food allergies, and celiac disease. But, What is the reason? Why are food allergies, food reactions, and celiac disease on the rise? Learn more on today's episode!
Your PERFECT IBS Diet - IBS Freedom Podcast #132
May 22, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBAs promised from the previous episode where Amy and Nikki discussed what to do when you have "just IBS", this week will be focused more on identifying the best or perfect IBS diet for you! Learn how more about how to create the ideal ibs diet for your gut health journey.
“Just” IBS from IBS Freedom Podcast # 131
May 15, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBIn the previous episode, we discussed how a lot of people may get misdiagnosed with SIBO and have been suffering from just IBS. In that case, this week’s episode will highlight what you can do if you only have just had the IBS diagnosis. Watch the whole video to learn more about other ways to treat IBS and how it may differ from SIBO.
Long or Short? - IBS Freedom Podcast #130
May 08, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBStrategies varied from one health practitioner to another and they can also affect us in different ways. Sometimes, it may shorten your treatment period or the opposite. This week's episode focuses on how you approach your gut health or IBS journey through mindset and how the "timeline" or phase of your interventions can affect your treatment!
Breaking Up With SIBO - IBS Freedom Podcast #129
May 01, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBMost people get diagnosed with SIBO and IBS through breath testing. Previous podcast episodes featured how breath testing is reliable and may affect your Ibs and Sibo treatment in a good or bad way which may cause people to become desperate. Learn how to deal with your breath testing (whether positive or negative) results.
Food Poisoning - IBS Freedom Podcast #128
April 30, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBFood poisoning is an illness caused by eating contaminated food. Sometimes, it is linked with SIBO or IBS. Learn ways how to prevent and what to do when you got food poisoning at home and even when you eat out.
Free and Cheap - IBS Freedom Podcast #127
April 17, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBWith the increase in the awareness of IBS and SIBO, there are a lot of free and low-cost strategies going around claiming that they can help you address such issues. But are the Free and cheap strategies for IBS and SIBO really effective? Listen to this week's episode, to know whether free and cheap ways can help you feel better in your ibs or sibo journey or not!
The Beginning of Your Microbiome - IBS Freedom Podcast #126
April 10, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBWhen we talk about the microbiome, most of us think about the stomach and intestine only. We tend to miss out on the first part of the GI Tract that may affect our overall gut microbiome - the mouth! Join Amy and Nikki as they discuss the role of oral health and microbiome and their connection in keeping our gut healthy!
SIBO Associated Conditions and Symptoms - IBS Freedom Podcast #125
April 03, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBA lot of conditions are associated with SIBO in the literature. Might one of these tip you off to the fact that you have SIBO...? Let's find out! Today we're discussing things like diabetes, rosacea, endometriosis, restless leg syndrome (RLS), hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's, autoimmunity, and so much more and their relationship to SIBO.
Overcoming SIBO without Antimicrobials or Antibiotics IBS Freedom Podcast #124
March 28, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBCan you get rid of or treat SIBO without any use of antimicrobials or antibiotics? Is it possible? Well, it is!! Amy and Nikki highlight how antimicrobials and antibiotics can do more harm than good for your gut almost in every episode. For this week, Amy and Nikki will focus on providing updated tips on how to treat SIBO with less to no use of antimicrobials or antibiotics.
Revisiting Histamine and Allergies - IBS Freedom Podcast #123
March 20, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBLet's talk about histamine and mast cells in the gut! There is a lot of research showing that people with IBS (and therefore, probably SIBO) 1. have more mast cells in their guts and 2. the mast cells that they have in their guts are more reactive than "normal" people. But does this mean that everybody with IBS or SIBO needs to follow the low histamine diet? Does it mean that the savior for all with IBS is quercetin..? Stay tuned as we revisit histamine and the gut.
Advanced Candida Strategies - IBS Freedom Podcast #122
March 14, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBn continuation of revisiting candida, Amy and Nikki further discuss strategies that may help manage your candida. Should you just focus on killing it? or consider other underlying causes that may have triggered candida growth? What is the role of our immune system in managing candida?
Candida Revisited - IBS Freedom Podcast #121
March 06, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBCandida overgrowth, fungal overgrowth, SIFO, fungal dysbiosis... Oh my! How do we go about treating candida overgrowth in the gut? Is the answer to go keto or zero carbs? Is fructose bad for candida? How do we support the immune system so that it can kill candida us? What is the relevance of the bacterial microbiome in candida overgrowth? What herbs and supplements can kill candida? Amy and I discuss this and more in today's episode!
All about Antibiotics - IBS Freedom Podcast #120
February 27, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBAntibiotics can really wreak havoc on your microbiome. Known side effects of antibiotics include C diff infection, candida overgrowth, vaginal yeast infections, antibiotic-associated diarrhea, and dysbiosis. But, what do you need to know about antibiotics to be a safe and well-informed consumer? And when might it be appropriate or necessary to take these medications? Join us in episode 120 to find out!
OUCH! All About Visceral Hypersensitivity - IBS Freedom Podcast #119
February 20, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBVisceral hypersensitivity means that your threshold for pain around your viscera (internal organs) is lower than normal. When this happens, sensations that normally wouldn't cause pain (ex. a little gas bubble or stool moving through your colon) start to cause pain or discomfort :( This is one of the hallmark features of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and causes pain in those that have IBS. So, what can be done to treat visceral hypersensitivity? What do we know about this condition? Stay tu...
Just Diagnosed - What Now?? - IBS Freedom Podcast #118
February 13, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBYou just got out of a clinic, and just got IBS or SIBO as your diagnosis. Do you want to know more about what to do next? Are you feeling overwhelmed or lost with all the IBS and SIBO treatments or management proposed to you? No worries, we got your back! This week's episode will focus on how Amy and Nikki will approach newly diagnosed patients and share tips on what to do next!
"My Body Reacts to EVERYTHING" - IBS Freedom Episode #117
February 06, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBAre you very sensitive? Have you lost tolerance to foods or supplements? or Your body ends up reacting to almost everything? Join Amy and Nikki as they share their insights on how to gain your tolerance back in your gut health journey!
Talking to Friends and Family About Tummy Troubles - IBS Freedom Podcast #116
January 30, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBYour friends and family WANT to help you and support you on your journey. But how? How do you communicate with them so that they are aware of your needs? In this episode, we discuss tips and tricks for navigating family and friend relationships when you have IBS or tummy troubles.
"Test Don’t Guess" - IBS Freedom Podcast #115
January 23, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBTesting is widely used in the field of IBS and SIBO. But how helpful are these tests? Do we really need to do tons of these tests just to figure out our gut issues? Join Amy and Nikki as they take a deep dive into the power testing in the IBS and SIBO world!
Should You Go Gluten-Free? - IBS Freedom Podcast #114
January 16, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.5 MBShould you go gluten-free? What if you don't have Celiac disease? Should you go gluten-free for autoimmune diseases like Hashimoto's, Grave's, or RA? Should you go gluten-free for IBS? Is non-Celiac gluten sensitivity a real thing? Amy and Nikki tell all in this week's episode!
Hippo Talk with Jason Hawrelak, ND, PhD - IBS Freedom Podcast #113
January 09, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBWe're starting the new year right by having Dr. Jason Hawerlak, the Probiotic Advisor, for this week’s episode! Join us as we pick his brain on the microbiota, visceral hypersensitivity, IBS, stool testing... and hippos??
Self Care New Year’s Special - IBS Freedom Podcast # 112
January 02, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBAnother Year had ended and Thank you sticking with us for 2022! As we welcome the 2023, here is our new year special which focuses on Self Care! Join Nikki and Amy as they share the importance of self care for our gut health and self care tips!
Roots Causes of IBS and SIBO from IBS Freedom Podcast 111
December 26, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBAnother Episode that highlights the possible root causes of why we get IBS or SIBO! Don't forget to check out the ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS to help you out!
Christmas Special IBS Freedom Podcast Episode 110
December 19, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBAs we get ready for the holidays, here is this year’s Christmas special episode. This week’s episode is just for fun (we’ll be taking a break from IBS, SIBO, and other gut-related topics) but still we hope you get to listen and share your insights
Root Cause Analysis IBS Freedom Podcast 109
December 12, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBIdentifying your Root Cause can help you understand how to handle your IBS, SIBO, or any gut issues. There will be less use of "band-aids" in your management/treatment and you will get to receive a more direct approach pr strategies to manage your gut issues.
Red Flag Part 2 IBS freedom Podcast 108
December 05, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBHere is the Second part of the Red Flag Episode. This week Nikki and Amy discuss the internal Red Flags that we should be careful with. We hope this could help you break unhealthy patterns when you’re trying SIBO or IBS treatment as it can affect your healing journey.
Red Flags Part 1 IBS Freedom Podcast 107
November 28, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBRed flags or warnings of danger are always present anywhere - even in your gut health journey! In this video, Nikki and Amy will tackle the external red flags that can affect your IBS, SIBO, or gut healing process. Stay tuned to know these red flags and what to do about them!
It Might Be Mold IBS Freedom Podcast 106
November 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBMolds? Why are we talking about molds in a gut health podcast? Well, molds are more powerful than we think! Somehow they can also affect our gut! Learn about the connection between mold and IBS or gut issues with a special guest in this week's episode!
It Might Be Mold IBS Freedom Podcast 106
November 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBMolds? Why are we talking about molds in a gut health podcast? Well, molds are more powerful than we think! Somehow they can also affect our gut! Learn about the connection between mold and IBS or gut issues with a special guest in this week's episode!
Health OCD with Jenna Overbaugh IBS Freedom Podcast 105
November 14, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBContinuing last week's episode, we invited a special guest to help us be enlightened about OCD and how it can relate to our gut issues. Join Amy and Nikki, as they unravel the concepts of OCD with Jenna Overbaugh, LPC.
You Might Have This & Not Know It IBS Freedom Podcast 104
November 07, 2022 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBThis condition is very common among people with IBS and SIBO which can affect your gut health journey! Get to know more about it on this week’s episode and listen as Amy share’s her personal experience about it and how she is currently managing it.
Healthy Digestion from North to South Part 2 IBS Freedom podcast Episode 3 Season 2
October 31, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBAre you ready to review the digestion process within our small intestines to our colon? Here is the continuation of last week’s episode! Join Amy and Nikki as they take a deep dive into the last set of organs in our digestive system and understand how gut problems can take shape!
Digestion North to South (Part 1)
October 24, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBUnderstanding the digestion system can help in managing and treating our gut issues. Join Amy and Nikki as they discussed the different parts of the digestive system and its connection to known gut problems.
We're Back! What Have We Been Up To... - IBS Freedom Podcast Episode 1 Season 2
October 17, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBHey everyone! Did you miss us? We're finally back on regular programming. Get to know what we have been up to while we were on our season break! We are super excited to begin this new season with you. Thank you for all the support for season 1 and looking forward to seeing you stick with us in this new season! What we'll cover: Amy’s Life Update Stool testing on babies Fancy Testing Nikki’s Life Update Practitioner Training Course by Dr. DiNezza Stool testing Experiment (Microbiome Stoo...
Lesson From 100 Episodes from IBS Freedom Podcast
August 01, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBWho would have thought we had already reached out 100th episode? Here is a quick rundown of what we have learned throughout the episodes. Listen to the whole episode for a HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT!
SIBO Myths… Debunked! IBS Freedom Podcast #99
July 25, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBEvery expert has their own way of curing SIBO. But is it all true or science-based? Get to know which SIBO information are myths so that we can avoid making these SIBO mistakes when we treat SIBO!
SIBO Diet Low-Down from IBS Freedom Podcast #98
July 18, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBDiet is one of the ways to help manage or treat SIBO. But how do these diets truly affect people? What are the pros and cons of these diets? and what to expect from these diets? Diets Discussed: SIBO Diet Cedar Sinai SIBO Diet Bi-Phasic SIBO Diet SieBecker SIBO Diet Low Sulfur Diet and SIBO Carnivore Diet and SIBO ---------
Low FODMAP Diet for IBS and SIBO IBS Freedom Podcast #97
July 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBLow FODMAP Diet is the usual go-to management or treatment for IBS and SIBO. But what is it? and how can you start doing a low fodmap? Is it really true that it can help cure or get rid off of SIBO or IBS?
Alcohol and Your Gut IBS Freedom Podcast #96
July 04, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBKnow how alcohol can affect your gut (the advantages and disadvantages) - especially when you have SIBO, IBS, and other gut issues!
Losing Weight - IBS Freedom Podcast #95
June 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBLosing weight or weight loss can either be healthy or not for people with IBS or SIBO. Weight loss can happen if we tend to restrict our diet to help manage the symptoms or treat IBS or SIBO, or if we developed anxiety about food. But when will the weight loss be healthy? Topics to Discuss When is Weight loss a red flag? Functional medicine and Nutrition Undernourished and Weight loss Weight Loss Criteria
Low Digestive Enzymes - Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency IBS Freedom Podcast #94
June 20, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBThe pancreas is a glandular organ that makes pancreatic juices, which contain enzymes that aid in digestion. However, there are times the Pancreas cannot make enough digestive enzymes. when this happens, you experience Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency. In this week's episode, Amy and Nikki will be discussing how they helped their clients with EPI!
Another Horse... Huh?? from IBS FREEDOM PODCAST #93
June 13, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBWhen You Hear Hooves, Think Horse, Not Zebra! This is also applicable when you are trying to treat your SIBO, IBS, and other gut issues. There are times we lose track or when we are misled by our own symptoms but this only means that we should not only focus on one thing when we are treating our gut issues. Timestamp: 00:00 Introduction 05:29 Spectrum of Practitioners 20:00 Foundation 26:20 How Dopamine Trick us 36:00 Going back to the Basics 50:09 Trusting your Practitioner 58:35 Internet...
Chang your Mind Today, Your Self Will Thank You! w/ Paul Langfield, LMFT from IBS Freedom Podcast 92
June 06, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBAre you finding yourself stuck on your mental health or in your therapy? Join us in our conversation with Paul, a well-renowned hypnotherapist, as he unravels how we can find the best SOULution for ourselves at specific times. He will also explain how therapy like hypnotherapy can help in making our mental health status better and how it can also help improve our overall wellbeing and our gut health. Get in touch with Paul! - Website: https://cohesivesoulutions.com/ Facebook: https:/...
Plant-Based Diet from IBS Freedom Podcast #91
May 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBThe plant-based diet focuses on an eating pattern that is "composed of minimally processed fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, herbs, and spices and excludes all animal products, including red meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy products". Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of having a plant-based diet, how it can affect our gut microbiome, and if a plant-based diet is safe for everyone.
Metabolic Gut Health w/ Kaely McDevitt, RD from IBS Freedom Podcast # 90
May 23, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBMetabolic gut health is important to make sure that the food we eat is being processed properly and being absorbed are body too. In this video, we are joined by Kaely Mcdevitt, a registered dietitian who focuses on women's health, hormone issues, and digestive problems. Watch the whole video to learn more tips on how to improve your metabolic gut health!
All about Gastritis IBS Freedom Podcast #89
May 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBGastritis happens when there is inflammation on the lining of the stomach. The usual cause of gastritis is infection brought by the bacteria who causes ulcer or by bile reflux. It's common causes are abdominal pain, bloating or indigestion. In this week's episode, Amy and Nikki will dig deeper on how gastritis is connected with IBS, what are the triggers of gastritis, and how gastritis can be managed or treated.
All About H. Pylori from IBS Freedom Podcast # 88
May 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBH. pylori is a common type of bacteria that grows in the digestive tract and infect your stomach. But is H. pylori and SIBO or IBS connected? Learn more about H. pylori treatment and gut connection in this week's episode.
Digging through the icky stuff from IBS Freedom Podcast #87
May 02, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBDealing with SIBO and IBS is a very overwhelming, challenging, and exhausting journey. One of the greatest things we have to deal with is body disappointment as we undergo different IBS and SIBO treatments and had different results. Here are some of the stories of our clients and also some of our personal experiences.
The Horse Episode IBS Freedom Podcast #86
April 25, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBJoin us as we celebrate this April - IBS Awareness Month. But why is this episode entitled the HORSE Episode? What is the connection between a Horse and an IBS Diagnosis? Learn more by watching the whole episode.