Leigh - GutFit Nutrition

04/13/2026

One of the few latest gut health & IBS trends I can get behind 👏🏻👏🏻

It’s a good source of soluble fibre, low FODMAP, less than $1 per serving, and is an effective therapy for constipation management. 🤯

Swipe through to hear my breakdown on the benefits of psyllium husk, and what to consider if you’re going to take it!

Have you experimented with psyllium to resolve digestive symptoms lately? Let’s talk about it ⤵️

04/11/2026

There are so many testing options out there claiming to provide answers for your digestive issues… 🤯 from food sensitivity panels to comprehensive stool tests. 🧪💩

But how many of these are actually validated, and which ones are just burning a hole in your wallet? 💸

Whether you’re wondering about:
🔬 Celiac testing
🔬 IgG food sensitivity testing
🔬 GI-MAP stool test
🔬 Or HMBT (hydrogen/methane breath testing)…

We cover it all in this episode with the incredible Andrea Hardy, Registered Dietitian 👏Owner of Ignite Nutrition and one of Canada’s leading Gut Health Experts 🇨🇦✨

🎧 Listen now: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/5RJmh36gbOWChAtiV3oIjP/episode/4YaXjRCbju0kiNUhlbmqYn/details

🎙️Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxgbdFZPkdQ&list=PLvcW_qBMEYDaMRt3-SX1s7is2sblsDN2E

04/09/2026

If you’ve been walking through the cereal, cracker, or “healthy snack” aisles lately 🛒, you might have noticed something new on the front of your favourite food box 📦…

For those of you navigating IBS, gut symptoms, and performance nutrition, this isn’t just a packaging update...

It’s something that can directly influence your food choices (for better or for more confusion 🤯).

As of January 1, 2026, Health Canada made front-of-package (FOP) nutrition symbol labels mandatory 🇨🇦. While this was announced back in 2022, you’ve probably already started seeing them pop up on shelves!

But here’s the important question for you 👇
Will these labels actually help you make better choices for your gut, energy, and training… or could they oversimplify things? 👀

In my latest guest article for GI Society's Inside Tract® newsletter, I break down:
🏷️ Where you’ll find these labels
🧠 What they’re designed to highlight (and what they don’t)
🥗 How to interpret them through a gut health lens
🏃‍♀️ What to consider if you’re also fueling for performance

Because “high in sugar” or “high in sodium” doesn’t always mean “bad” ... especially when you’re dealing with food intolerances, fueling needs, or symptom management!

💬 I’m curious, have you noticed these labels yet? Do they make food choices easier… or more confusing for you?

📖 READ THE ARTICLE HERE: https://gutfitnutrition.com/blog/health-canada-front-of-package-nutrition-symbol-labels Plus, I have over 10 articles published on their amazing newsletter all about GI health. 🙌

If you’ve been shopping in the cereal, cracker, or other packaged food aisles lately, your eye might have caught something new on the front of your favourite food box. Health Canada made new front-of-package (FOP) nutrition symbol labels mandatory as of January 1, 2026. Health Canada first announc

04/08/2026

Did you know this about your bananas?? 🍌⤵️

As bananas ripen, their resistant starch content decreases and their FODMAP content (specifically fructans) increases.

& for those with IBS or gut symptoms, this could be the difference between tolerating a banana, or it causing bloat and gut discomfort.

Less ripe and firmer bananas are not only lower in FODMAP content, they are also higher in resistant starches.

These are a type of starch that are not digested in the small intestine, instead, they pass to the large intestine where they serve as an energy source for gut bacteria. Other resistant starches include chickpeas, leftover rice (cooked and cooled), and raw rolled oats.

While it seems like a small detail, these are the things often overlooked when it comes to gut health nutrition, and why an individualized approach is so important.

If it seems like even ‘healthy foods’ seem to trigger pain or bloat, your next step is looking closer at what’s driving them. Because who would have thought an overripe banana could be the culprit? 😅🔍

If you feel stuck guessing which foods help vs worsen your gut, learn how to identify your gut symptom drivers inside my FREE masterclass: Steal my 6-Step Blueprint to Conquer IBS & Gut Symptoms.

Comment BLUEPRINT for the link to join ⤵️

04/06/2026

THIS is what we should be spreading awareness on this month 🙌🏻

⁠❤️ I know many of you are living with IBS, and that comes with a lot of stigma. Many people may not understand exactly what you are going through, and so I wanted to share this post with some true facts on this condition.

⁠❤️ IBS is a FUNCTIONAL gut disorder - meaning that standard tests (scopes & bloodwork) will show up normal, but there are some issues with how your intestinal tract contracts and the sensitivity of nerve endings.

As a Registered Dietitian who has worked with 400+ clients with IBS, what I’ve come to realize over the years is that an INTEGRATIVE approach is key when it comes to managing it and finding lasting freedom.

🙌🏻 I believe in a sustainable lifestyle and diet shifts to help address the underlying causes, promote healing and support your gut functioning properly.

Because lasting freedom IS possible, and you DO deserve to live a full life without letting your IBS & gut symptoms hold you back.

If you’re looking for extra resources on IBS / Gut Health to help you get back to living your life… head to my link in bio to tune into my podcast or Youtube channel! 🎙️💚

& if you’re ready for high touch, 1-1 support to find FREEDOM from your IBS with an expert Dietitian, I’d love to work together. ❤️ Comment IM READY below or head to my link in bio to apply for coaching.

03/30/2026

Your symptoms are where your gut health management plan should start 👀⤵️

To effectively manage IBS/gut symptoms, we need to start with a solid foundation (not restrictive diets or random ‘debloat’ supplements).

It starts with understanding and addressing the underlying symptom drivers that are resulting in your pain, bloat, gas, constipation/diarrhea.

& guess what? It’s often not just the cause of ONE food you ate.

It’s often the result of a combination of these 4 core pillars:

🧠 Gut-Brain Harmony

🔥 Low-Grade Inflammation

💩🔄 Gut Motility

🦠 Adressing Dysbiosis & Restoring Gut Microbiome Health

Understanding what is contributing to your IBS symptoms, and then creating a personalized plan is how you finally manage your symptoms, and find lifelong relief from them.

& this has to be done over time, with consistency and in a strategic way (to avoid over-restricting or stressing out your gut by cutting out too much and/or trying to many new things.. especially things that aren’t right for you!)

This is what I have helped 100s of clients with as an IBS and gut health Dietitian, and let me tell you - NO person is unique. That’s why you need a plan that is tailored to YOU!

If you want to learn my full 6-step blueprint to conquer your IBS & gut pain, I share it in my free masterclass.

Comment BLUEPRINT and I’ll send you the link to sign up 💬

03/27/2026

More mileage doesn’t just stress your legs… it stresses your gut 🏃‍♀️🦠

And if you don’t account for that, your race won’t fall apart because of fitness… it’ll fall apart because of digestion. 💥

It’s estimated that 30–50% of endurance athletes experience at least one or more GI symptoms during training or racing. 📊
Everything from bloating and reflux to urgent bathroom stops mid-run 🚽😅

And as mileage climbs, so does that risk 📈

As endurance athletes… we’re dealing with repetitive mechanical stress, reduced blood flow to the GI tract during long runs, fueling demands that push tolerance limits, and cumulative recovery strain. ⚡️

So if we don’t proactively support your digestion and recovery systems, they WILL push back. 🚨

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m walking you through 🎙️👇

✅ How I’m structuring my training
✅ Why endurance athletes are uniquely vulnerable to digestive issues
✅ And the specific nutrition and recovery strategies I’m using (and teach my clients!) to keep my gut happy & resilient for race day!

🎧 Tune in on SPOTIFY or APPLE here: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/5RJmh36gbOWChAtiV3oIjP/episode/5wQDxxu1pGimR7AY3XXWTy/details

📷 Watch on YOUTUBE here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FgpRzZjQbE&list=PLvcW_qBMEYDaMRt3-SX1s7is2sblsDN2E

03/25/2026

When your “healthy” eating habits are actually making your IBS & gut issues worse 🫣

Although you may have good intentions and think that you’re doing the right thing for your gut health, when you look at food as “healthy” vs. “not healthy,” you can end up under eating and under nourishing your body.

Which as a result, could be making your bloat, pain, and other digestive symptoms worse 👀

So, if you’re avoiding carbs, ditching sugar, or just eating less overall you could be…

👉🏻 Missing out on KEY nutrients that support gut microbiome diversity (polyphenols, prebiotics, etc.)

👉🏻 Not eating enough fibre (which is crucial in regulating intestinal inflammation, modulating hormones, aiding and satiety, and much more.)

👉🏻 Eating foods that are harsh on the gut (raw veggies like a salad or high FODMAP foods such as onions, apples, garlic, etc.)

👉🏻 Not eating enough overall (which can lead to imbalanced cortisol and anxiety, fuelling the cycle further)

This is why if you want to eat freely without gut symptoms, you need to…

✅ Focus on gut healing, not just restriction.

✅ Include a variety of low FODMAP foods during the elimination AND proceed to the reintroduction process properly (both are crucial!)

✅ Ensure you’re meeting your nutrient needs to support your body’s needs AND digestive functions.

✅ Have a clear personalized plan that includes diet changes tailored to YOU, with supportive lifestyle tools.

✅ Build a balanced relationship with food & nutrition, no more fear of endless food “intolerances.”

& I share my EXACT blueprint inside my FREE masterclass:

✨Take Immediate Control: The Ultimate 6-Step Blueprint to Conquering IBS & Gut Pain✨

Giving you actionable steps to help you finally find lasting relief from IBS and gut symptoms so you can take back immediate control of your health and active life once and for all. 🙌🏻

Comment BLUEPRINT and I’ll send you the link to sign up 💬

03/23/2026

Does travelling make your IBS symptoms worse? ✈️

You probably know that travel can increase your risk for constipation and (likely related) symptom flare-ups like bloating, reflux, and abdominal pain… and often, when you return from your trip, things feel off for a few more days.⁠

Which can often make travelling feel more stressful rather than exciting.

If this sounds familiar, swipe through for some of my top tips to manage it, instead of feeling like you have to avoid it! 🌴🌮

Are you travelling anywhere soon? Have any questions or fears when it comes to navigating your gut symptoms? Let’s talk about it👇

03/22/2026

If you’ve been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or mentally drained lately... 🫨

& it’s been impacting your digestive health and gut/IBS symptoms… 😩

This week’s episode drop is for you! 💖

When it comes to gut health, it’s not just about what you eat. 😎

It’s also about how you think, what you consume mentally, and the tools you use to navigate daily stressors. 🌳🦋 ☀️ 🧠

That’s why in this week's episode, I’m sharing my top 8 favourite positivity resources, the books 📚, exercises, and even a couple helpful apps to boost mood and support the gut brain connection 🧠✨.

Because when our mind is calm and relaxed, our gut follows and then it gets into that oh so important rest and digest response a lot more easily 💫.

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