Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

How our dietitians can help

• Personalised support: We work with you to uncover food and lifestyle triggers and guide you through managing IBS in a way that suits your life.
• Unravelling complexity: Many of our clients have overlapping conditions like IBD, diverticulitis, reflux, or functional dyspepsia- our approach is always customised to your unique needs.
• Flexible dietary strategies: We don’t rely on a one-size-fits-all low FODMAP diet. Instead, we aim to reduce symptoms without unnecessary food restriction.
• Regain food enjoyment: Our dietary management approaches accommodate fear of food or eating that understandably results from associated symptoms over time. 
• Holistic care: Often, dietary approaches work better when combined with other lifestyle strategies. We help you explore the range of available, evidence-based gut-brain therapies, including how you could integrate them into a plan that suits your lifestyle and preferences.
• Expert guidance with empathy: Drs Kerith Duncanson and Georgina Williams bring deep IBS research experience and a compassionate, individualised approach to every client.

At Help Yourself, we’re here to work with you- not just tell you what to eat. Our dietitians take the time to understand what foods or lifestyle habits might be triggering your symptoms, and we’ll guide you step by step through managing IBS in a way that fits your life.

We know that IBS often doesn’t come alone. Many of our clients are also dealing with other health issues or overlapping gut conditions like IBD, diverticulitis, reflux, or functional dyspepsia. That’s why we tailor our approach to suit your unique mix of symptoms, past experiences, and food preferences. We’ll talk through all your options and help you find what works best for you.

The low FODMAP diet is one approach to managing IBS, but it’s not for everyone. It’s one of many possible approaches to understand your food triggers, and it’s not meant to be followed long-term or without support. In fact, we often take a different route, focusing on finding your threshold for triggers rather than cutting out everything. This helps ease symptoms without making food feel like the enemy. Our goal is to minimise symptoms while maximising your range of foods. 

And if dietary changes alone aren’t enough, that’s okay too. Some people find real relief through gut-brain therapies, and we can help you explore those options as part of a holistic plan that fits your lifestyle and supports your wellbeing.