The Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Package is designed for individuals who have had Celiac disease and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) ruled out by their physician and have received a diagnosis of IBS.
This package uses a systematic approach to identify the specific foods or food components that contribute to your digestive symptoms.
To achieve this, we utilize a Time-Food-Time-Symptom (TFTS) Journal. By documenting the relationship between what you eat and how you feel, we can identify consistent patterns. These insights form the basis for clinical recommendations on which foods to reduce or eliminate to help manage your symptoms effectively.
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Question and Answers
Q: I was told that I have IBS. How do I know if I should take this package or the low FODMAP Package?
A: The Low FODMAP Diet Package (taught in three phases) is designed for people who have been told by their doctor to follow a FODMAP diet, whereas this package is for those who really don’t know which foods, or food components, are causing their symptoms and need to find out.
Q: I was told I have IBS, but my doctor didn’t rule out whether it could be celiac. Can you help?
A: Yes, I can provide you with a Lab Test Request Form so you can get the IgAttG blood test requisitioned. This test screens for celiac disease, and you must be eating gluten for at least 2 weeks before you have the test.
Q: I know I react to dairy products and may be a few other things. Will this package help me?
A: I would recommend starting with an Initial Consultation so we can meet to discuss which foods bother you, and I can give you a Lab Test Request Form to rule out lactose intolerance. Once I know which foods are the issue, I will know whether this package (the IBS Package) or the Low-FODMAP one is a better fit for your needs.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Package Structure
The IBS Package provides four services:
1. Introduction to the TFTS Journal: This session provides instructions on how to accurately track data using the Time-Food-Time-Symptom Journal, tailored to your specific symptoms. We will verify your data collection after three days to ensure the information is being captured correctly.
2. First Clinical Review: We will review the first three weeks of your journal data. I will identify patterns and provide specific recommendations on which foods or beverages to limit or avoid, explaining the clinical reasoning behind each suggestion.
3. Second Clinical Review: After collecting an additional two weeks of data, we will conduct a second review to further refine your dietary strategy and identify any secondary triggers.
4. Final Review & Lifestyle Strategy: In the final phase, we review your remaining data and consolidate all dietary and lifestyle recommendations to help you minimize symptoms and manage your IBS long-term.
Optional Add-on: Functional Dyspepsia teaching is available, covering dietary changes to reduce symptoms and the role of the vagus nerve in digestive health.
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