Expert Overview: The Ins and Outs of IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic gastrointestinal condition that affects as many as 15% of adults living in the United States. It’s marked by a variety of symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation, gas, and bloating. Kate Scarlata, MPH, RDN is a registered dietitian nutritionist and author with more than 30 years of experience working with IBS and other digestive disorders. She wrote her latest book, Mind Your Gut: The Science-Based, Whole-Body Guide to Living Well with IBS, with Megan Riehl, PsyD, a psychologist specializing in gastrointestinal disorders.
ByElizabeth Ward, RD, MSMarch 19, 2024