Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
IBS is one of the common digestive conditions in the world and one of the most mismanaged. Diet plays a central role in symptom control, but most people with IBS receive little more than a long list of foods to avoid. We take a structured, clinical approach to identifying your triggers and building a plan that actually holds.
Understanding IBS
More than just a “sensitive stomach”
Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a chronic functional gut disorder, meaning the gut works differently, even when the doctor says nothing is wrong with you. It’s not “in your head”. It’s not something you just have to live with. And it’s not the same for everyone.
Common challenges
- Bloating
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Diarrhea (IBS-D)
- Constipation (IBS-C)
- Urgency
- Gas & Wind
- Incomplete emptying
- Mucus in stool
- Worsening with stress
Also working with...
We see clients managing related conditions alongside IBS, including GERD (reflux), IBD (Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis), SIBO, food intolerances and gut symptoms in athletes.
Your dietitian for IBS
Brianna Gorman MSc., RD
Brianna Gorman has developed a strong clinical foundation in gastroenterology through her work at Vancouver General Hospital and within the UK healthcare system. She has extensive experience supporting athletes and individuals living with chronic health conditions and is skilled in working with a wide range of dietary needs, including busy teen lifestyles and vegetarian diets.
Also Works With:
- Gut health & IBS
- Plant-based nutrition
- Sport & performance
- Body composition
Working With IBS
We don’t just hand you a list of foods to avoid. We use a structured process to figure out your specific triggers and give you a long-term plan.
Before you book
What to expect
- Book your initial assessment
Book a 60minute initial assessment. Don’t worry, your dietitian won’t cut out all your favorite foods, you can keep eating as usual before your appointment. - Complete your intake and food journal
Before your first appointment, you’ll receive an intake form and a 7 day food and symptom journal. This helps your dietitian to identify your trigger foods and symptoms and to build you an individualized plan at your first visit. - Get your personalized plan in the first visit
During your initial visit, your dietitian will pinpoint the underlying causes of your symptoms and provide clear, individualized guidance with a customized plan. This initial plan may begin with the elimination phase, helping to improve your symptoms and get you feeling better right away. - Follow up to personalize your diet
You’ll meet with your dietitian every 3 weeks to guide you through the phases of the FODMAP diet. You’ll get practical strategies for eating out, travel and supplements – helping you feel confident with your diet and symptom-free, without restriction.
Session Types + Fees
Initial Assessment
Follow-up Appointment
Starter
Includes
- No email support between sessions
- Customized meal plan
- Meal and snack ideas
- Strategies to build new eating habits
- Goal setting + written recommendations
- Restaurant + travel guidance
Initial Consultation
Follow Up
Total Sessions
Format
Direct billing
- Sun Life
- Pacific Blue Cross
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Chamber of Commerce
- CINUP
- ClaimSecure
- Desjardins
- Equitable Life
- First Canadian
- Canada Life
- Industrial Alliance
- Johnson Group
- Johnson Inc.
- Manulife Financial
- Maximum Benefit
- TELUS Adjudicare
- GroupSource
- GroupHealth
- Sunlife
- + more
FAQ
Will my sessions be covered by insurance?
Yes. Our sessions are covered by extended health plans that include coverage for Registered Dietitians.
How does insurance work if I buy a package?
Many insurance plans do not reimburse packages upfront. If you purchase a package, we provide insurance-friendly receipts after each visit so that you can submit claims following each completed appointment.
Is the low FODMAP diet right for everyone with IBS?
Not necessarily. The low FODMAP diet is the evidence-based dietary approach for IBS, but it is not necessarily the right approach for every individual. Your dietitian will assess your history and recommend the most appropriate strategy for your specific situation.
How long does the low FODMAP protocol take?
The low FODMAP protocol includes three phases: the elimination phase, the reintroduction phase and the maintenance phase. If you and your dietitian decide that you try the low FODMAP protocol, the elimination phase is 4-6 weeks to achieve symptom remission and the reintroduction phase can take 2-3 months to identify the portions of trigger foods that you tolerate. Your dietitian will teach you about how to stagger various trigger foods and use supplements to give yourself more food freedom, while staying symptom-free during your maintenance phase.
Do I need a food sensitivity blood test or IBS diagnosis?
No, you don’t need a blood test. In fact, we discourage our clients from seeking a food sensitivity test, because it is not accurate at identifying real food sensitivities.
IBS cannot be confirmed with a specific test. Instead, it is diagnosed by ruling out other digestive conditions. Our dietitians are trained to recognize your symptoms and read your food symptom journal to identify your triggers and guide your food recommendations.
I am vegetarian, can you help with my IBS?
Yes! While some vegetarian foods are high in FODMAP triggers, our dietitian will guide you with tailored food choices, cooking strategies and staggered trigger foods. We’ll also suggest appropriate supplements if needed, so you can manage your IBS symptoms effectively and maintain a balanced, symptom-free vegetarian diet.
Ready to stop managing around it?
Book a consultation with us to get a structured, evidence-based plan that addresses your symptoms.