Best Bowel Podcasts (2024)

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Enteral and Parenteral nutrition with Neha Shah, RD! 53:30

3d ago53:30

53:30

Send us a text This week we welcomed back Registered Dietitian, Neha Shah! Neha joined us back in episode 42 where she was interviewed by friend of the show and IBD RD Stacey Collins. Neha specializes in IBD and other GI disorders and has both a private practice and is also part of the Colitis & Crohn's Disease Center at UCSF. We spent this episode…

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Convexity 19:40

6d ago19:40

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Amaka shares her expertise on the use of convexity with ostomy patients along their pre-op and post-op journey. Amaka Akinade is a board-certified Advance Practice Nurse, Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, obtained h…

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Be Back Thursday November 7, 2024 1:28

7d ago1:28

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I’m overscheduled, warriors! I’ll be back with an episode on 11/7/24. Listen to this quick 1 minute 19 second mini-ep to hear upcoming topics! ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like to attempt in this episode, please consult with your physician or mental health professional first. 💦 My Analemma Wand Affili…

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Marisa Stahl - Should We be Screening Every Child for Celiac Disease and Type 1 Diabetes? 53:34

11d ago53:34

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Temara Hajjat and Peter Lu talk to Dr. Marisa Stahl about the benefits, value, and controversy of mass screening for celiac disease and Type 1 Diabetes of children from 1-17 years old regardless of their symptoms. Dr. Stahl is a pediatric gastroenterologist and an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado School …

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E103 Alexa’s Childhood Crohn’s Story + Advice for Parents of Kids w/ IBD + Vaccines as an IBD Root Cause 36:09

13d ago36:09

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Guest host Alexa Federico of Girl In Healing discusses: what it was like to have Crohn’s disease as a child; her 3 BEST tips for parents of kids with IBD; the lesser-known and controversial root cause of IBD: vaccines; and EASY recipes for kids & parents that taste yummy! 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube HERE ❤️‍🩹 Follow Girl In Healing HERE & check…

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Meet About IBD Podcast Host- Amber Tresca! 51:04

14d ago51:04

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Send us a text This week we were so excited to have a crossover episode with the host of the About IBD Podcast- Amber Tresca! We turned the tables on Amber and interviewed her about her IBD story! Amber has been living with UC for several years and underwent a 2-step J-Pouch surgery. We talked about her story thus far and how that plus her backgrou…

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Lusine Ambartsumyan - Pediatric Constipation: What to Do When You Get Stuck 1:05:18

23d ago1:05:18

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Lusine Ambartsumyan about caring for children with refractory functional constipation. We discuss the evaluation and treatment of both children and infants with constipation that continues despite usual treatment with education, behavioral strategies, and stool softeners/laxatives. D…

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BONUS: Shelly Kay-Apodaca’s Lifesaving Procedure + GoFundMe Link 7:51

24d ago7:51

7:51

One of our bravest warriors, Shelly Kay-Apodaca, needs your help in funding a lifesaving treatment that includes a special laser surgery in India. Please listen to this episode and give her some love with a donation! Thank you, fellow warriors! 🤗 👉🏼 Shelly’s GoFundMe 💚 🇮🇳 ❤️‍🩹 ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you w…

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Meet Alicia A.! 48:38

25d ago48:38

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Send us a text This week Alicia was joined by guest host and former guest, Hannah Cramer and they interviewed Alicia Aiello! Alicia A. is the President of Girls With Guts which is a nonprofit organization supporting and empowering women living with IBD and with ostomies. We talked to her all about her IBD journey and how that lead her to Girls With…

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E102 Brain Retraining & Nervous System Regulation for Chronic Illness | Primal Trust Review 33:30

27d ago33:30

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I attended a weekend workshop of the Primal Trust Level One program for brain retraining and nervous system regulation. I discuss a shocking discovery about an unknown priming event; exercises that retrain the nervous and immune systems; and my results a month later. ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like …

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E101 IBD, Infertility & Toxins + Adding Anti-Fungals to The Shoemaker Protocol + Endometriosis Root Causes w/ Deidre Bloomquist 31:24

1M ago31:24

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Guest host Deidre Bloomquist discusses: how environmental toxins are causing infertility; which environmental toxins they are; why anti-fungals should be added to The Shoemaker Protocol; the two main root causes of endometriosis; the danger of copper IUDs; and the importance of pre-conception planning. 📺 Watch CLIPS of Deidre & I discussing mom to …

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Nicola Jones - Updated Guidelines on H Pylori in Children (Special JPGN Episode) 1:04:36

1M ago1:04:36

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In this special JPGN episode, hosts Drs. Jason Silverman and Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Nicola Jones about the newly released Updated joint ESPGHAN/NASPGHAN guidelines for management of Helicobacter pylori infection in children and adolescents. Dr. Jones is a Senior Scientist in the Cell Biology Program, a staff physician in the Division of Gastroent…

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E100 I Was Exposed to Mold & COVID for 5 Days! What Happened?! + 100th Episode Giveaway Winners! 18:18

1M ago18:18

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I was exposed to mold and COVID during a 5-day workshop. What happened? I also reveal the three 100th episode Giveaway Winners!; the podcast moving forward; and my 100th episode insights. Congrats to all of you on being IBD warriors and CIRS healers 🥳 ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like to attempt in th…

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Meet Belinda Brown of Crohn's & Colitis New Zealand! 56:25

1M ago56:25

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Send us a text **Trigger warning: This episode discusses suicidal ideation.** This week we had so much fun getting to know Belinda Brown! Belinda is the CEO of Crohn's & Colitis New Zealand! Belinda was diagnosed with Crohn's at 26 years old and we discussed her diagnosis, her search for the right treatment, navigating the consequences of her surge…

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E99 Is IBS Actually IBD? + Parasites As A Root Cause w/ Josh Dech of The Gut Health Solution 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

Is IBS actually IBD? According to Josh Dech’s theory, it may be! Josh discusses, yes, IBS!; why parasites are a main root cause in his clients; and the 5 Whys of getting to the root of your IBD issue. 🔔 ENTER THE 100TH EPISODE GIVEAWAY! To celebrate our 100th ep, I’m giving away 3 amazing prizes. To find out more, listen to the end of this episode …

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Jennie David - Body Image, Weight Stigma and Pediatric GI 1:14:16

2M ago1:14:16

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In this special Bowel Sounds and Nutrition Pearls collaboration episode, hosts Dr. Jennifer Lee and clinical dietitian Jennifer Smith talk to Dr. Jennie David about body image children with GI disorders. This podcast delves into body image, connecting it to weight stigma and its impact on patients of all genders, especially those with pediatric GI …

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GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT for 100th Episode on Sept 19! 2:07

2M ago2:07

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I announce the 3 AMAZING giveaways for our 100th episode on Sept 19, 2024! Make sure to sign up to win! You can sign up by DM-ing me with your name & email address @freespiritpodcasts on IG or email me at freespiritpodcasts@gmail.com. THE DEADLINE is: Monday Sept 16th! Don’t miss your chance for a life-changing prize!! 🎉 ‼️ I am not a doctor or hea…

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Meet Registered Dietitian, Yi Min Teo! 57:45

2M ago57:45

57:45

Send us a text This week Robin was joined by guest host, friend of the show, and IBD Dietitian, Stacey Collins! They spoke to Yi Min Teo! Yi Min is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of Herbs and Food – a virtual private practice specializing in digestive health and culturally-sensitive nutrition counseling. They talked about Yi Min growin…

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Kara Margolis - GI Disorders in Autistic Children 47:31

2M ago47:31

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Kara Margolis about caring for autistic children with GI disorders. We discuss the relationship between autism and the GI tract, how GI disorders can present differently in autistic children, and ways to improve our clinical care for autistic children with GI disorders. Dr. Margolis …

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E98 Why Do We Resist Mold As a Root Cause of IBD? | Best Herb for MCAS 25:27

2M ago25:27

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Why do we resist mold toxicity as a root cause of IBD? I discuss this controversial subject plus the best herb for Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) so far; a small MARCoNS realization; and what you can expect for forthcoming episodes, including my 100th episode! 🎙️Two Inches episode on The Daemon Theory HERE ‼️ I am not a doctor or health profe…

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Meet Dr. Alan Moss! 50:22

2M ago50:22

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Send us a text This week we spoke to Dr. Alan Moss! Dr. Moss is the Chief Scientific Officer at the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation in the US. Previously he was the Director of the Crohn’s & Colitis Program at Boston Medical Center (BMC) and Professor of Medicine at Boston University (BU). He is a clinician-scientist who is a passionate patient advoca…

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E97 Kris’s 40-Year Ulcerative Colitis Journey + Does Nicotine Heal IBD? 36:13

3M ago36:13

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Kris is an amazing listener who’s had UC for 40 years! She bravely discusses her history of trauma; how she dealt with UC in the 1980s and 1990s; her “healing” discovery in 1999; her setback in COVID; where she is today; and tips for having lived with chronic illness for decades! Please note: This episode discusses trauma, such as childhood sexual …

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Jose Garza - Managing Bloating and Excessive Belching 1:17:12

3M ago1:17:12

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Dr. Jose Garza speaks to Drs. Temara Hajjat and Jason Silverman on how to manage bloating and belching in pediatric patients. Dr. Garza is a pediatric gastroenterologist who specializes in neurogastroenterology and motility at GI Care for Kids. Dr. Garza is an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Emory University School of…

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E96 Mast Cell Problems, The Return of Interstitial Cystitis & All My MARCoNS 40:56

3M ago40:56

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I discuss my confusing bloodwork results from my last appointment with Shoemaker Protocol Dr. Peg; why I’m back to exploring MAST Cell or MCAS issues; the unusual reason the Interstitial Cystitis with which I was diagnosed in 2003 has returned; and my latest in the MARCoNS soap opera! ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear somethi…

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Meet Dr. Erica Barnell from Geneoscopy! 52:17

3M ago52:17

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Send us a text This week we had such an interesting conversation with Dr. Erica Barnell. Dr. Barnell is the Co-Founder and Chief Medical and Science officer for Geneoscopy, Inc! Geneoscopy is a life-sciences start-up company that leverages eukaryotic biomarkers to non-invasively diagnose, monitor, and treat gastrointestinal disease. The idea for Ge…

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Special Episode: Jeannie Huang and Maria Oliva-Hemker - Meet the Candidates 22:46

3M ago22:46

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In a special bonus episode of Bowel Sounds, hosts Dr. Peter Lu and Dr. Jason Silverman talk to the two candidates for the current election for NASPGHAN President-Elect, Dr. Jeannie Huang and Dr. Maria Oliva-Hemker. Instead of our usual format of reviewing a medical topic, we ask them to talk a little about themselves, the role NASPGHAN has played i…

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E95 CIRS Meditation & Mindfulness w/ Melanie Pensak 28:33

3M ago28:33

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Melanie Pensak is a CIRS meditation and mindfulness expert. She discusses: the benefits of mindfulness with regards to CIRS and IBD; her tips on how to start a meditation practice with a CIRS brain; the dangers of spiritual bypassing; and her new portal with resources for meditation and mindfulness. 📺 Watch CLIP of us on YouTube HERE 👉🏽 Follow Mela…

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Clinical exploration of the urethra and bladder mucosa by a urologist 16:15

3M ago16:15

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In this episode, Dr. Wiegand focuses on the urethra for males and females and provides an understanding of intermittent catheterization of the bladder, associated with incomplete bladder emptying. He highlights the importance of patients remaining compliant with bladder emptying protocol. Dr. Wiegand discusses different treatment options for urinar…

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Brian McFerron - EI in GI: Emotional Intelligence in Training and Your Career 1:05:16

3M ago1:05:16

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Are you emotionally intelligent? In this new episode Drs. Temara Hajjat and Jason Silverman sit down with Dr. Brian McFerron to review what emotional intelligence is, and how it applies to medical training, healthcare practitioners and everyone as individuals. We also discuss ways to improve and resources to consider. Dr. McFerron is the Director o…

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E94 Cell Danger Response & Support for Calming the Nervous System w/ Isabella 29:32

3M ago29:32

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Guest host & social worker Isabella Beath discusses her IBD/CIRS journey including her root cause; the cell danger response and its vital importance to the nervous system; and somatic practices, resources, practitioners, and books to assist in calming your NS. 👉🏽 Follow Isabella @isabella.holisticsocialwork & 📧 isabellaholisticsocialwork@gmail.com …

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Meet Nicole K.! 51:56

3M ago51:56

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Send us a text This week we talked to Nicole Kittleson! Nicole's daughter Addy was diagnosed with Crohn's disease when she was 8 years old but that diagnosis wasn't easy to get to. Addy wasn't growing or gaining weight, her eyes became dull and her hair started falling out. Nicole brought her concerns to her daughter's pediatrician but they just en…

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E93 Calming The Nervous System w/ Shelly Kay-Apodaca | “Nobody Knows You” + JOY 35:33

4M ago35:33

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Guest host Shelly Kay-Apodaca, from episode 41, is back to discuss her 30 years of chronic illness with ulcerative colitis and CIRS. She reveals how she manages the never-ending protocols; the BEST advice she received on calming her nervous system; and why experiencing joy is an absolute necessity. ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If yo…

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Ruba Abdelhadi - Enteral Nutrition and Feeding Tubes 101 54:09

4M ago54:09

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Jennifer Lee talk to Dr. Ruba Abdelhadi about enteral nutrition and feeding tubes. Dr. Abdelhadi is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Children's Mercy in Kansas City, MO where she is the Director of Nutrition Support Program. She is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School o…

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BONUS! IG Live Replay Crohn’s Disease as a Child + LIVE TMRW! IBD Root Causes in Adults & Kids + Toxic Infertility 1:36

4M ago1:36

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Watch the Replay of my IG Live with Lauren Nowell of Active Your Shine. She discusses what it’s like to be a child with Crohn’s disease and gives her root cause IBD story. TOMORROW Mon July 15, 2024 @ 12pm EST, I’m doing an IG Live with Deidre Bloomquist, FNTP, of Always Growing Nutrition. She’ll discuss root causes of IBD in adults and kids PLUS h…

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Mea Culpa for EP 92 + IG Live TODAY Thu 7/11/24 w/ Lauren Nowell 6:35

4M ago6:35

6:35

This is my mea culpa for uploading the incorrect version, the unedited cut, of episode 92. The correct version is now up. Please delete the incorrect version with 30 seconds of silence at the beginning of the episode, and re-download the correct version, if your podcast player hasn’t already done it for you - thank you! 🍄 Also, I’m doing an IG Live…

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E92 Nervous System Healing Overview + Fight or Flight in Our Daily Lives | CORRECT EPISODE! 26:23

4M ago26:23

26:23

CORRECT VERSION!! This is the correct version of episode 92: Nervous System Healing Overview. 🔔 I originally uploaded the unedited cut by accident and caught the mistake this morning. If you listened, I apologize. If your podcast player downloaded the first version, please delete it and listen to this episode. I give you a nervous system overview, …

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Meet Victorien M! 46:32

4M ago46:32

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Send us a text This week we met Victorien Madsen! Victorien lives in The Netherlands and was diagnosed with UC after the birth of her 2nd child. We talked to her about navigating this new disease while parenting young children. Trying to find the right treatment option and finally finding the Specific Carbohydrate Diet before the internet was reall…

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E91 Welcome to IBD Warrior CIRS Healer! + A Doctor’s Healing Message 18:07

4M ago18:07

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Hey IBD Warriors & CIRS Healers! I dropped this episode one day early due the American holiday of July 4th on Thursday. In this ep, I welcome you to my revamped pod, outline my intentions, and give you Dr. Jill Crista’s profound message of healing and all its layers. Happy July 4th! 💚 Follow me @freespiritpodcasts HERE 🌳 Follow Root Cause for Crohn…

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Tanaz Danialifar - Carbs Causing Chaos: Disaccharidase Deficiencies 56:12

4M ago56:12

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Temara Hajjat talk to Dr. Tanaz Danialifar about diagnosing and treating disaccharidase deficiencies in children, including lactase deficiency and congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID). Dr. Danialifar is a pediatric gastroenterologist at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, where she is Associate Direc…

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E90 Does Everyone w/ IBD Have CIRS? | Life Update 6-27-24 + Annoucements 26:21

4M ago26:21

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Does everyone with Inflammatory Bowel Disease have CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome)? I discuss my reasoning and give my answer, plus I reveal life and protocol updates, including cholestyramine, changes to this podcast, a welcome to parents of children with IBD, and why knowing our individual stories is so vital to healing. 👉🏽 Follow m…

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Working with teens who have ostomies 34:15

4M ago34:15

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Working with teens with ostomies is a unique situation. Kim Fields shares her expertise and some best practices when working with this population. Guest bio: Kim Fields is a Registered Nurse and certified in wound, ostomy and continence. She has been a pediatric nurse for over 20 years. She currently practices at a level one trauma, academic hospit…

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Meet Kate Scarlata, MPH, RD 45:45

4M ago45:45

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Send us a text This week we had such a great conversation with Kate Scarlata, MPH, RD! Kate is a Boston-based registered dietitian and New York Times best selling author with 30+ years of digestive health experience. Kate is a world-renowned low FODMAP diet expert and invited speaker on the role of food intolerance in GI disorders at numerous inter…

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E89 HLA Gene, CIRS Definition, 5 Root Causes of IBD & Root Cause Testing w/ CIRS Coach Ruth DiTulio 36:08

5M ago36:08

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CIRS Coach Ruth DiTulio of Regenix Healing guest hosts! She discusses: the HLA gene and a thorough definition of CIRS (Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome). What are Ruth’s Top 5 Root Causes of IBD that she observes with her clients, and what is crucial blood testing for biotoxin illness—for wider and limited budgets? ✅ This is a MUST LISTEN for…

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Arun Singh - Clinical Conundrums in Celiac Disease 1:01:30

5M ago1:01:30

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Temara Hajjat and Peter Lu talk to Dr. Arun Singh about some of the challenges we face when caring for children with celiac disease. Dr. Singh is Co-Director and Research Program Director of the Center for Celiac Disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and an Assistant Professor in the Perelman School of Medic…

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E88 Long COVID & Inflammatory Bowel Disease | Why Is the Summer 2024 Strain So Bad? 28:42

5M ago28:42

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The summer 2024 FLiRT strain of COVID is hitting the IBD community particularly hard. It is causing Long COVID (LC) in many otherwise healthy IBD warriors. Learn why this particular strain is so potent. Discover therapies for IBD warriors to heal from LC and resources that will help you make the best decision for your recovery. RESOURCES: 👉🏽 FLCCC …

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Meet Rocio- the @VoiceForIBD! 54:24

5M ago54:24

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Send us a text This week we spoke to Rocio Castrillon- better known for her popular Instagram account @VoiceforIBD! She shared her story of being diagnosed with Crohn's disease and how a lack of information caused her to suffer in silence with fistulizing disease. We talked to her about finally getting involved with Team Challenge with the Crohn's …

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BONUS! Parents of Kids w/ IBD | IG Live Replay w/ Dr. K of Wholistic Kids & Families 6-7-24 2:35

5M ago2:35

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Are you a parent of a child with Inflammatory Bowel Disease, including ulcerative colitis? If so, this 27-minute IG Live is for you! I interview Dr. Pejman Katiraei of Wholistic Kids & Families. He’s a pediatrician whose practice focuses on kids with IBD. I learned so many things in this interview, including SUCCESS STORIES that will give YOU hope …

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E87 How EMFs Affect Gut Bacteria & Antibiotic Resistance + Tips to Protect Yourself w/ JoAnne Pavin 26:11

5M ago26:11

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How does Electromagnetic Frequency or Field, EMFs, (or Electromagnetic Radiation) EMR, affect our gut bacteria and antibiotic resistance? Guest host JoAnne Pavin discusses the cellular damage of EMF waves and inputs; our overconsumption of digital devices and the digestion connection; and she gives tips on how to protect your gut from EMFs! 👉🏼 Foll…

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Maria Oliva-Hemker - Clostridioides Difficile Infection and Inflammatory Bowel Disease 1:07:43

5M ago1:07:43

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Temara Hajjat and Peter Lu talk to Dr. Maria Oliva-Hemker about diagnosing and managing Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) in children who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Dr. Oliva-Hemker is the Director of the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition and the Stermer Family Professor for P…

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E86 The Shoemaker Protocol for Inflammatory Bowel Disease & the CDC Redefines IBD! 27:06

5M ago27:06

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What is the famous Shoemaker Protocol? Learn about the Shoemaker pyramid and all its healing tiers; why those with IBD should pay special attention to this life-changing protocol in order to find your root cause; and the CDC redefined IBD!! 👉🏼 Follow Root Cause for Crohn’s Colitis HERE 🍄 See Lauren’s “Root Causes of IBD” HERE ‼️ I am not a doctor o…

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