IBS & Bloating Nutrition Support
For people with IBS, poor gut health, or ongoing digestive symptoms who want personalised support from a gut health nutritionist or IBS dietitian. We support individuals struggling with bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, food intolerances, and ongoing digestive discomfort.
- Our approach combines evidence-based nutrition, dietitian-led care, and functional medicine-informed support to understand and address the root causes.
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Quick answers
What is IBS and poor gut health?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition affecting digestion and bowel habits.
Symptoms can include bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, constipation, or unpredictable digestion.
For many people, symptoms continue even after medical tests are normal.
Gut symptoms may be linked to:
- Food sensitivities
- Stress or anxiety
- Gut microbiome imbalance
- Hormone changes
- Previous illness or infection
- Inflammation
- Eating patterns
Often more than one factor is involved.
Common symptoms
People often seek support for:
- Bloating after eating
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Gas and discomfort
- Food intolerances
- IBS diagnosis but ongoing symptoms
- Feeling worse after certain foods
- Unpredictable digestion
- Gut symptoms linked to stress
- Fatigue with digestive problems
How nutrition support can help
Targeted nutrition support may help improve:
- Bloating and discomfort
- Bowel regularity
- Food tolerance
- Gut bacteria balance
- Inflammation
- Energy and mood
- Confidence around eating
Support is personalised rather than based on restrictive diets alone.
When to see your GP
Speak to your GP if you have:
- Unexplained weight loss
- Blood in stool
- Persistent severe pain
- Symptoms waking you at night
- New symptoms after age 50
- Ongoing symptoms not improving
We often work alongside your GP or gastroenterologist.
How we support IBS & gut health
IBS and digestive problems rarely have one simple cause.
Our approach focuses on understanding your symptoms fully and building a plan that works for your body.
1. Detailed assessment of symptoms & triggers
We look at:
- When symptoms started
- Which foods affect you
- Stress and lifestyle factors
- Previous diets or treatments
- Medical history
This helps us avoid unnecessary restriction.
2. Structured nutrition approach (including low FODMAP when appropriate)
For some people we may use structured approaches such as:
- Low FODMAP diet
- Elimination and reintroduction
- Meal timing changes
- Fibre adjustment
This is done in a guided and personalised way.
3. Gut microbiome & digestion support
We may work on:
- Gut bacteria balance
- Digestive function
- Bloating after meals
- Food tolerance
- Inflammation
4. Stress, nervous system & gut-brain connection
The gut is strongly affected by stress.
We often support:
- Stress management
- Eating patterns
- Sleep
- Anxiety linked to IBS
5. Functional testing (when needed)
In more complex cases we may consider testing to guide treatment.
Related services:
Dietitian →
Nutritional Therapy →
Functional Medicine →
What to expect in your first appointment
Your first consultation focuses on understanding your digestive symptoms in detail.
We may review:
- IBS diagnosis history
- Current symptoms
- Diet and eating patterns
- Food triggers
- Stress levels
- Sleep
- Previous tests
- Supplements or medication
You will leave with:
- Personalised nutrition guidance
- Clear next steps
- Advice on the best support level
- Testing suggestions if needed
Book Your Free 20-minute Assessment Call
Choose a time for a free call.
We’ll listen, clarify what’s going on, and recommend the most suitable next step – including whether functional medicine is the right approach for you.
Confidential • No pressure • Clear next steps
How It Works
Step 1 — Choose a time
Book a slot for a phone call that works for you.
Step 2 — Free 20-minute assessment call
Tell us what you’re dealing with, what you’ve tried, and what you want to change.
Step 3 — Clinician match + plan
We’ll match you with the right practitioner and outline your recommended next step. If testing may be useful, we’ll explain options and costs before you decide.
Watch (1:24): What to expect from your free assessment call
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Which service is best for IBS support?
Different people need different types of care.
Dietitian-led support
Best for IBS, low FODMAP, food intolerance, and clinical digestive conditions.
Nutritional Therapy
Best for bloating, gut health, food reactions, hormone-related digestion, or general digestive problems.
Functional Medicine
Best for long-standing symptoms, complex health issues, or when deeper investigation may help.
Not sure where to start?
Experience & approach
We regularly support people who have been struggling with digestive symptoms for years, often after trying multiple diets without success.
Many clients come to us after being told they have IBS but not given clear guidance on what to do next.
Our approach focuses on careful assessment, personalised planning, and gradual improvement rather than extreme restriction.
We use an evidence-led approach and work alongside GPs and specialists where needed.
Learn more:
Dietitian →
Nutritional Therapy →
Functional Medicine →
Fees & support options
Most people begin with an initial consultation so we can understand your symptoms fully.
We offer:
- Single consultations
- Time bundles
- Ongoing support
- Integrated care when needed
We will recommend the right level during your assessment call.
FAQs
These answers cover what to expect, how testing works, and how long support usually takes. If you’re ready, book a free assessment call.
Yes. Dietitian-led support is often recommended for IBS, especially when using the low FODMAP diet.
Not usually. The goal is to identify triggers without unnecessary restriction.
Yes. The gut and brain are closely connected.
Yes. Stress can affect digestion and symptoms.
Yes. Many people need a more personalised approach.
Sometimes, but not everyone needs testing.
IBS is usually managed rather than cured, but symptoms can improve significantly.
Yes, we often work alongside medical care.
Yes, online and in clinic.
Some people improve quickly, others need longer support.
Struggling with IBS, bloating, or gut problems?
Book a free 20-minute assessment call to discuss the best support for you.