One of the most frequently asked questions I receive, is, "Should I drink Gatorade for my diarrhea?" My short answer? No, unless …
Tips for Chronic Diarrhea
The Low FODMAP Diet: Getting Started
I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in the mid 1980’s. There were no diets or solutions offered along with my diagnosis and …
FAQ: How much fluid do I need each day?
An excerpt from my book... How Much Fluid Do I Need Each Day? It’s best to try to exceed the established standard for adequate intake …
Low-FODMAP Diet Resources and My Lightbulb Moment
I recently purchased a copy of Sue Shepherd's "The Complete Low-FODMAP Diet" book. It was a great read. The photography is beautiful and the …
Acute Diarrhea
This week one of my kiddos had viral gastroenteritis, aka "the vomiting and diarrhea flu". I thought it would be good to review the topic of …
Tip #8 Try Probiotics
I first became fascinated with probiotics in the early 2000's. There was not much published literature, but there were a lot of theories …
Tip #7 Get tested for Celiac Disease or Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity
What is Celiac Disease? Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disorder in which the body has a toxic reaction to gluten, the storage protein …
Niki’s Top Strategies to Stop Typical Chronic Diarrhea
Over the years, I have compiled a list of strategies to decrease diarrhea. My book goes into detail for each of these strategies, and …
Do you have Habba Syndrome?
While researching for my book I came across a term I had never heard about, called Habba Syndrome. You can read more about it at: …