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In this episode, we discuss colonoscopies. We know they are so important for our health, especially those with IBD, but we are always relieved when they are over! Ashley and Danielle share personal stories about the challenges and discomfort associated with the dreaded prep process and the procedure.

We discuss:

• our experiences with different colonoscopy preparations, including a new prep that Ashley tried last month. She talks about the pros and cons of taking her prep in pill form
• the importance of planning ahead for a colonoscopy
• the emotional and physical challenges associated with colonoscopies, and how these procedures are approached a little differently in the US vs Canada.
• how we have experienced a mix of fear and curiosity during a colonoscopy and the discomfort you could feel after the procedure
• for a lot of patients, medication and nutrition are both important in order to optimally manage IBD

We also celebrate the news that Ashley recently received- that she is in deep remission with her Ulcerative Colits!

This conversation reminds us again that support is so important for those with IBD and other chronic conditions. We wish that everyone could have an IBD BFF and we hope that sharing these experiences helps you feel less alone!



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On this episode Ashley and Danielle do a deep dive into fiber and their favorite types of fiber supplements.

Ashley and Danielle discuss:

• their colonoscopy experiences
• how to reduce fears around fiber and why it is so important for IBD patients
• how fiber can be used therapeutically to reduce inflammation and improve IBD overall
• how fiber improves the gut barrier function
• how fiber helps with creating a diverse and healthy gut microbiome
• how fiber can reduce the risk of flare ups
• different kinds of prebiotic fiber supplements, including one of our favorites, PHGG /Sunfiber
• our new Sunfiber with probiotic strain 299 V is coming out- it reduces symptoms like bloating and abdominal pain and aids in regulating stool patterns: https://gutlove.us/product/back-to-balance/
• how psyllium husk powder supports gut microbiome and gut lining
• stay tuned for a part 2 because we have a lot more to discuss- including research on PHGG, psyllium seed powder and psyllium husk!

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On this episode we talk with Andy De Santis, RD MPH. Andy is a private practice dietitian and 11x published author from Toronto, Canada. Having been a generalist early in this career, Andy has spent the last several years focusing on the fatty liver space given the broad prevalence and significant health implications of this increasingly common condition.

We discuss with Andy:

• nutrition for fatty liver disease and general liver health
• making nutrition guidance accessible for patients and how Andy likes to include lightheartedness and humor, especially on social media.
• benefits of the Mediterranean diet that can be customized for the individual
• some interesting additions to our meals, like capers, which have big benefits
• how small changes over time can have a large impact
• different herbs and spices we like that have great benefits

You can find Andy on Instagram @andytherd

Kale studies: Kale Contains Many Unique Anti-Cancer Compounds - American Institute for Cancer Research % (aicr.org)

Frontiers | Kale improves bowel movements in constipated women and affects some intestinal microbes and metabolites: a pilot study (frontiersin.org)



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