Gut Microbiome & Cystic Fibrosis — Emily Yelencich, MS, RD (Video)

Many people with cystic fibrosis report gastrointestinal discomfort as a daily challenge and barrier to optimal quality of life. In this podcast, Emily Yelencich, MS, RD, provides an overview of the key differences within the microbiome of people with CF compared to the general population, and how those differences result in increased difficulties with digestion, reduced absorption of nutrients, lower lung function, and higher rates of colorectal cancer. Yelencich rounds out the conversation with useful diet, nutrition, and bowel regimen tips that can help inform conversations with one’s CF care team. Click here to donate to CFRI and support the cystic fibrosis community worldwide: https://cfri.app.neoncrm.com/forms/do... Your thoughts are valuable to us and will help with future podcast planning! Respond to our short survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MPYLX9F, and you’ll be entered in our quarterly drawing for a $25 Etsy gift card. Winners notified by email. Funding for CF Community Voices 2025 has been provided to date by Viatris and Vertex Pharmaceuticals.