Jacqueline Gaulin is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Gastro Girl, Inc. She created the concept of Gastro Girl based upon her passion for helping individuals with digestive health issues and the role the gastrointestinal tract has on overall health and wellness. She is a certified health coach and was previously the Director of Communications and Digital Engagement for the American College of Gastroenterology.
A collection of helpful articles curated and written by Gastro Girl.
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Dr. Pooja Singhal, a Gastroenterologist in Oklahoma City, OK offers some helpful tips and suggested questions that may help primary or emergency care providers recognize the clinical presentation of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) in adults.
Dr. Sophia Patel, a Pediatric Gastroenterologist at The Cleveland Clinic shares her expertise on the clinical presentation of Eosinophilic Esophagitis as well as other forms of dysphagia in children.
Let’s face it, constipation is uncomfortable. Constipation not only causes physical discomfort, but it can also be uncomfortable to talk about. To help get the conversation on constipation going, we recently had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Darren M. Brenner on the Gastro Girl Podcast. Read on for more information about the symptoms and causes of constipation, and learn what you can do about it!
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Digestive conditions can make caregiving seem daunting, so we’ve put together a few tips to make the situation easier for both you and your loved one!
We are taking action all month long to help promote the importance of colorectal cancer screening. Read on to learn more about screening and find out how to get involved with helping to spread awareness!
Caregivers are the unsung heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic. As if being a caregiver isn’t hard enough, you now have the added challenges that come with caregiving during a pandemic. To help support you during this difficult time, we’ve put together our top tips for coping with the struggles of caregiving during the pandemic.
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Since there are different underlying causes of IBS-C, there is no single treatment approach that is right for everyone. This form will help you and your healthcare provider determine whether your current treatment is right for you, or if it makes sense to try a different approach.
Since there are different underlying causes of IBS-C, there is no single treatment approach that is right for everyone. This form will help you and your healthcare provider determine whether your current treatment is right for you, or if it makes sense to try a different approach.
Much of the resources on living with ostomies focus on surviving, but what about thriving? Let’s discuss living an active and healthy life with an ostomy!
The Gastro Girl Team is super excited to share our very first Merch Drop! Please check out our debut collection and let us know what you think! Your purchases support our patient-centric efforts to provide evidence-based digestive health education, content, access to expertise and support for everyone. Thank you!
In this FREE WEBINAR, Megan Riehl, PsyD, MA, explains: Why the brain-gut axis matters in GI conditions, how to calm your stomach during times of stress, which digestive conditions respond well to improvements in stress management and more!
In this FREE WEBINAR, Megan Riehl, PsyD, MA, explains the benefits of diaphragmatic breathing for lowering stress and reducing unpleasant GI symptoms
In this FREE WEBINAR, GI Psychologist Sarah Ballou, PhD, will explain what IBS is, what causes symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, gas, and bloating, and how dietary and/or psychological therapies may help you manage those symptoms.
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Not sure what the low FODMAP diet is or if it is right for you? Get the evidence-based information you need to know before trying this approach from instructor Emily Haller, MS, RDN
Consumption of green kiwifruit is known to relieve constipation. Previous studies have also reported improvements in gastrointestinal (GI) comfort. We investigated the effect of consuming green kiwifruit on GI function and comfort.
Processed and fast foods can contain a variety of ingredients that improve taste and extend shelf life. In this article we will discuss one ingredient in particular because of its potential connection to gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. This ingredient is high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). To help explain the potential connection between HFCS and GI conditions, Gastroenterologist Dr. David Johnson joined us on the Gastro Girl podcast to discuss his recently-published article.
If you’re one of the 1 in 4 people who is living with a chronic digestive health condition , you’re not alone. Whether you’re just diagnosed, in remission, or trying to learn what is happening in your body and what you can do about it, then this podcast is for you.
In this episode, we’re discussing a new FDA-cleared treatment for chronic idiopathic constipation, the Vibrant Capsule. Chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) is a long-term condition characterized by infrequent, difficult, or incomplete bowel movements with no identifiable cause. CIC can significantly impact quality of life, and traditional treatments don’t always work. Joining us is Dr. Monia Werlang, a South Carolina-based gastroenterologist, and her patient, Misty, a healthcare professional. Misty has been using the Vibrant Capsule, a drug-free treatment that uses micro-vibrations to help regulate bowel movements. Hear firsthand how this innovative solution works, Misty’s personal experience, and the improvements in her quality of life since starting the treatment. Whether you or a loved one are exploring new options for treating CIC, this episode offers valuable insights into a breakthrough approach.
In this episode, we discuss the science around what some call leaky gut syndrome and get an evidence-based understanding of why “leaky gut” is a colloquial term that refers to increased intestinal permeability, which causes or occurs in some gastrointestinal conditions. This episode features Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an instructor of medicine at Harvard Medical School whose work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post and The Atlantic. Dr. Pasricha provides expert insight on the differences between what is conveyed on social media about leaky gut, versus how the medical community views leaky gut, and whether or not leaky gut syndrome is even a recognized medical condition in gastroenterology. This episode is brought to in partnership with The American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.
Struggling with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) but feel like your doctor or healthcare provider isn’t getting the full picture? This episode could change your life. We’re joined by Jaime Ackerman, a Physician Assistant at Atlanta Gastro, who’s on a mission to revolutionize how patients and providers talk about IBS. In this episode you’ll learn about the exact symptoms your healthcare provider needs to hear about (hint: it’s not just frequency); why your constipation experience is unique – and how to communicate that effectively; and why a simple but game-changing tool for tracking your symptoms is key. Jaime shares eye-opening insights from her patients’ struggles and offers a fresh perspective on managing IBS-C. You’ll learn how to become your own best health advocate and the power of shared decision for achieving symptom relief. Whether you’re a long-time IBS-C sufferer or newly diagnosed, this episode provides actionable strategies to transform your next doctor’s visit. This episode is brought to you by Ardelyx.
In this episode, we’re discussing a new FDA-cleared treatment for chronic idiopathic constipation, the Vibrant Capsule. Chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC) is a long-term condition characterized by infrequent, difficult, or incomplete bowel movements with no identifiable cause. CIC can significantly impact quality of life, and traditional treatments don’t always work. Joining us is Dr. Monia Werlang, a South Carolina-based gastroenterologist, and her patient, Misty, a healthcare professional. Misty has been using the Vibrant Capsule, a drug-free treatment that uses micro-vibrations to help regulate bowel movements. Hear firsthand how this innovative solution works, Misty’s personal experience, and the improvements in her quality of life since starting the treatment. Whether you or a loved one are exploring new options for treating CIC, this episode offers valuable insights into a breakthrough approach.
In this episode, we discuss the science around what some call leaky gut syndrome and get an evidence-based understanding of why “leaky gut” is a colloquial term that refers to increased intestinal permeability, which causes or occurs in some gastrointestinal conditions. This episode features Dr. Trisha Pasricha, a gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an instructor of medicine at Harvard Medical School whose work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post and The Atlantic. Dr. Pasricha provides expert insight on the differences between what is conveyed on social media about leaky gut, versus how the medical community views leaky gut, and whether or not leaky gut syndrome is even a recognized medical condition in gastroenterology. This episode is brought to in partnership with The American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.
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