15. Why ‘IBS’ Is a Cop-Out: How to Heal and Eat Onion & Garlic Again

If you’ve ever been told “It’s just IBS” and sent on your way with no answers, no plan, and a long list of foods to avoid… you’re not alone. IBS is not a real explanation - it’s a label for symptoms, not a reason for them. And the good news? When you understand what’s actually driving your bloating, pain, or food reactivity, you can rebuild tolerance and enjoy foods like onion and garlic again.In this episode, Briana, Bachelor-qualified Naturopath and gut health practitioner, explains why IBS is often a dismissal rather than a diagnosis, what’s really happening under the surface, and the exact areas to investigate so you can heal properly - without restriction.FREE access to the bloating masterclass hereROME IV diagnostic criteria for IBS hereIn this episode we’ll unpack:Why “IBS” doesn’t tell you anything - and why you deserve more than a label.The real root causes behind food sensitivity (including onion, garlic, and high-FODMAP foods).How issues like SIBO, low stomach acid, dysbiosis, constipation, stress physiology, and inflammation can all present as “IBS.”What happens in the gut when FODMAPs trigger symptoms - and why eliminating them long-term can make things worse.The step-by-step approach to rebuilding tolerance so you can expand your diet safely and confidently.Why nervous system regulation is just as important as treatment when healing reactivity and restoring gut-brain communication.When to go deeper with testing, tailored protocols, or personalised support through Gut Compass or 1:1 consults.I created With Blu because I know firsthand how frustrating gut and skin issues can be- and I also know that quick fixes don’t work. As a Bachelor-qualified Naturopath, I’ve helped hundreds of women heal their gut, clear their skin, and finally feel their best by addressing the root causes, not just the symptoms.This podcast is your space for education, empowerment, and evidence-based wellness - without the extremes.Free offerings to get you started -FREE bloating masterclass hereWork with me Book a 1:1 consult ⁠with this link⁠Sign up to the gut compass hereWhere to find me -Instagram: ⁠@byblu.naturopathy⁠Tik tok: ⁠@byblu.naturopathy⁠Newsletter: ⁠Subscribe here.⁠Join hundreds of women making With Blu their fortnightly ritual! Tune in every second Monday at 7 AM (Melbourne time) for practical, no-BS wellness advice. Hit subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs extra love & empowerment in their health. Let’s tap into feeling radiant.