The gut-brain connection: the secret behind how gut health affects mental health

Have you ever felt knots in your stomach before a first date or an unexpected one-on-one with your boss? Those knots are a gut reaction that remind us that our stomach and brain are interconnected.

The best GI expert-recommended foods to eat during an ulcerative colitis flare-up

Often, nutrition and dietary advice about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) focuses on what foods to avoid. But you may be wondering about the best foods to eat during a Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis flare-up.

What is a GI registered dietitian? Everything you need to know about working with one

If you have a chronic GI condition—such as bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, or something else—working with a GI dietitian, rather than going it alone when it comes to nutrition, can be a huge help.

The benefits of working with a GI psychologist—and how to find the best one for you

A GI psychologist can provide personalized, evidence-based tools to improve the disrupted connection between your mind and digestive health.

How to overcome anxiety and stomach issues

Everything you need to know about the gut-brain connection, how anxiety can affect the stomach, and what you can do to treat symptoms and move forward.

5 signs you might have IBS — and when to see a GI provider

Did you know that roughly 10% to 15% of adults in the United States have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Yet only about half know it. Unfortunately, ongoing IBS symptoms can significantly impact a person’s quality of life — causing them to miss out on opportunities, including social events, work, and more. There are common signs

3 mindfulness tips to keep your gut calm during the holiday season

The end of the year brings festive cheer — but also a hustle and bustle that can raise stress levels, and GI symptoms. Between family gatherings, celebrations, vacations, school breaks and more, you can practice mindfulness-based skills and other tools to activate your body’s “rest and digest” state. Even just finding a few minutes a

4 reasons why you should work with a GI Behavioral Health provider

Have you ever felt a “pit in your stomach” when receiving unexpected news or experienced “butterflies” before a work presentation? If so, you’re feeling the impact of the gut-brain connection. You might not know it, but your brain and your gut are in constant communication with each other – and scientists are beginning to understand

Did you know your gut has a GPS?

If you’ve ever “trusted your gut,” then you may be on to something. Our minds and our guts are directly connected – a link that evolved from ancient times, when humans needed gut instinct to track and locate food without getting into danger. Scientists continue to learn more about the gut-brain connection, including how the