Beyond Medications: Complementary Therapies for Managing IBS-C
Description
Living with IBS-C often requires more than just medications. In this episode, host Jacqueline Gaulin is joined by Dr. Kumkum Patel, a board-certified gastroenterologist in Newport Beach, CA, who specializes in treating IBS patients (find her at kumkumpatelmd.com or @dr.gut_motility). Together, they explore how to integrate complementary therapies into your care plan to help you feel and function better.
You’ll learn:
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How nutrition can support IBS-C management—and where to start
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Why stress can make symptoms worse
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What emerging research says about the gut microbiome and probiotics
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How to figure out which therapies are right for you
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Why shared-decision making with your healthcare provider is key
This episode is made possible with support from Ardelyx.
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