If you’ve ever felt afraid to eat because of how food makes you feel (bloating, cramping, unpredictable trips to the bathroom), this episode is for you.
I’m joined by Anna Mapson, a registered nutritional therapist who specializes in IBS and digestive health, and who understands the delicate balance between managing gut symptoms and maintaining a healthy relationship with food.
We talk about how food fear can develop when you’re constantly trying to avoid symptoms, how that overlaps with disordered eating, and why simply cutting out more foods isn’t the answer. Anna shares her compassionate approach to gut healing that focuses on adding variety back in, not restricting even more.
We also discuss:
Whether you're navigating IBS, other gut issues, or supporting someone who is, this episode will help you feel less alone, and more hopeful about your path forward!
Resources Mentioned
- Download Free Resources for IBS on Anna’s Mapson’s Website
- Connect with Anna Mapson on Instagram
- Listen to Anna’s Podcast: Inside Knowledge for People With IBS
Read the full episode show notes here.
Resources for Your Intuitive Eating Journey
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