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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 35 MIN

51: IBS and Travel: 7 Hidden Triggers (and How to Prevent Flare-Ups)

from The GutFit Nutrition Podcast · host Leigh Merotto, Dietitian | IBS, Gut Health and Fitness Expert

If you have IBS or struggle with persistent gut issues, you’ve probably noticed that travel often leads to flare ups. For those with severe IBS, even short day trips can cause anxiety and worry about how your gut will react.  For today’s episode, we will focus on why travel, including both flying and road trips, can lead to IBS and gut flare ups and what you can do about it! In today’s episode, we cover:✅ Why traveling with IBS can trigger bloating, constipation, nausea, and digestive discomfort✅ How flying, dehydration, stress, and circadian rhythm disruption impact gut health✅ Low FODMAP travel tips, IBS-friendly snack ideas, and hydration strategies✅ Practical ways to prevent IBS flare-ups while traveling and feel more confident on trips—👩🏻‍💻 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: ⤵️📌 Tune in Next: Marathon Prep (Runners GI Survival Guide) 🚀 Want personalized IBS & gut health support? Learn more & apply for Gut Harmony Method Program!—✉️ CONNECT WITH ME: ⤵️📱⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠🎁 ⁠⁠⁠Grab a Freebie!⁠⁠⁠ 🖥️ ⁠⁠ Shop the Resource Suite⁠⁠⁠—ENJOYING THE PODCAST?Your rating & review help this show get into the earbuds of more listeners navigating gut issues, IBS & fatigue. Scroll down in Apple Podcasts or Spotify, tap ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, and write one quick sentence.Not sure what to say? Try: “I listen to this podcast because…” 🎧

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