Manage IBS Through Evidence-Based Nutrition
Irritable bowel syndrome is driven largely by what you eat. Our structured approach identifies your personal triggers and builds a sustainable low carb plan that keeps symptoms under control.
1 in 5
Australians experience IBS symptoms at some point
70%+
Of IBS sufferers report food as a primary trigger
Significant
Symptom improvement seen when fermentable carbs are reduced
Common IBS Symptoms We Help With
- Bloating and abdominal distension after meals
- Alternating constipation and diarrhoea
- Abdominal cramping or pain relieved by bowel movements
- Excessive gas, especially after eating certain foods
- Urgency or incomplete evacuation
- Symptoms worsened by stress, poor sleep, or specific foods
Dietary Triggers We Address
High-FODMAP Foods
Common sources: Wheat, onions, garlic, legumes, apples, pears, milk
FODMAPs are fermentable carbohydrates that draw water into the gut and are rapidly fermented by bacteria, producing gas and triggering IBS symptoms in sensitive individuals.
Refined Carbohydrates
Common sources: White bread, pasta, pastries, cereals, sugary snacks
Refined carbs feed opportunistic gut bacteria and can worsen bacterial imbalances. They also cause blood sugar spikes that trigger cortisol — exacerbating gut motility issues.
Seed Oils & Processed Fats
Common sources: Canola, soybean, sunflower oil, margarine, deep-fried foods
High omega-6 seed oils promote intestinal inflammation and may compromise gut barrier integrity. Replacing them with olive oil, butter, and animal fats often reduces symptoms.
Artificial Sweeteners
Common sources: Sorbitol, maltitol, xylitol, sucralose in 'sugar-free' products
Sugar alcohols are poorly absorbed and highly fermentable, causing bloating and diarrhoea. Even 'zero carb' processed foods containing them can trigger severe IBS episodes.
Our Approach
Detailed Symptom & Diet Assessment
We map your current symptoms, food diary patterns, stool consistency (Bristol Stool Chart), stress levels, and any existing diagnoses to understand your unique gut picture.
Strategic Elimination Phase
A structured low carb elimination plan that removes the most common IBS triggers — high-FODMAP foods, refined carbohydrates, seed oils, and artificial sweeteners — while ensuring nutritional adequacy.
Symptom Tracking & Pattern Recognition
Careful monitoring of symptoms during the elimination phase to identify which food categories are your primary triggers. Many clients see improvement within 2–3 weeks.
Systematic Reintroduction
Once symptoms have settled, we methodically reintroduce food groups one at a time to identify your personal tolerance thresholds — building a sustainable diet you can maintain long-term.
Gut Health Optimisation
Support for rebuilding gut integrity through targeted nutrition — bone broth, fermented foods, adequate fibre from low-FODMAP sources, and stress management strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is a low carb approach different from a standard low-FODMAP diet?
A standard low-FODMAP diet focuses only on reducing fermentable carbohydrates, but many people still eat refined grains, seed oils, and processed foods that drive gut inflammation. Our approach combines low-FODMAP principles with broader carbohydrate reduction, eliminating processed ingredients that compromise gut health.
Can IBS be 'cured' through diet?
IBS is a functional disorder — the gut structure is normal but function is disrupted. While there is no formal cure, most people achieve significant or complete symptom control through dietary changes. Many of our clients go from daily symptoms to rare or manageable episodes.
I've tried elimination diets before and they didn't work. Why would this be different?
Many elimination protocols focus too narrowly — removing gluten but ignoring seed oils, artificial sweeteners, or blood sugar instability. Our approach is more comprehensive: we address the full spectrum of gut irritants while also improving the metabolic environment. We also guide you through reintroduction methodically, which is where many self-directed elimination diets fail.
How long before I notice improvement?
Many clients notice reduced bloating within the first 1–2 weeks. More significant improvements in pain, regularity, and overall gut comfort typically emerge over 3–6 weeks. Complete stabilisation usually takes 8–12 weeks of coaching.
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