Leigh - GutFit Nutrition

04/27/2026

Maybe you’ve been told these are the next step to IBS relief? ⤵️

But, the most “science-backed” way to support your gut health is not a supplement, a restrictive diet, or an expensive test. 👀

The truth is that most people still need to focus on the FOUNDATIONS.

This includes things like…

✨ Lowering low grade intestinal inflammation

✨ Focusing on meal hygiene and hunger cues

✨ Identifying specific food triggers

✨ Optimizing gut-brain connection

✨ Building a resilient gut microbiome

Because the best way to manage digestive symptoms is through diet and lifestyle habits, a personalized approach and sustainable changes that actually stick.

Not expensive tests that tell us what we already know, random supplements that lack enough research or restrictive diets that let’s be honest, are impossible to maintain.

Inside my Gut Harmony Method® program, this is exactly the roadmap I use to help clients stop spinning their wheels and finally understand what their body needs to reduce IBS + gut pain 🙌🏻

Wondering where you can start?

Comment BLUEPRINT below👇🏻 and I’ll send you the details for my FREE masterclass…

⭐️ Take Immediate Control: The Ultimate 6-Step Blueprint to Conquering IBS & Gut Pain

04/20/2026

After working with hundreds of people with IBS & gut health issues, these are the hills I will absolutely die on 🔥

Because at the end of the day, the most science-backed way to support your gut isn’t a supplement, a trendy product, or an overly restrictive diet.

It’s a foundational, step-by-step approach that actually addresses what’s driving your symptoms.

This is exactly what we focus on inside my Gut Harmony Method®…

✅ Getting in adequate nutrition to help support hormones, cellular health, and meet your bodies requirements (Think: Increasing diet diversity, properly fuelling your workouts, getting a variety of foods in your diet)

✅ Supporting the nervous system (Working on your gut-brain connection through lifestyle shifts that support vagus nerve)

✅ Addressing the foundations that really matter for long-term relief (Think: consistent sleep, proper hydration, stress management, and simple nutrition habits before supplementation)

When you have a strategy that’s backed by science, and supports your body, that’s how you find long-term relief from your gut symptoms.

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and you’re ready to take a more effective approach to your gut health… you’re in the right place 🫶

04/18/2026

If you’ve ever struggled with eczema, seborrheic dermatitis, or other chronic skin conditions, you’ve likely been told it’s “just genetics” or handed a prescription cream… but is that the full picture?

I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Julia Chen, who specializes in eczema and fungal skin conditions, to explore a more comprehensive, evidence-informed approach to skin health.

In this episode, we cover:
✅ The real root causes of eczema (beyond just genetics)
✅ How the gut microbiome impacts skin health and inflammation
✅ The connection between stress, hormones, and eczema flare-ups
✅ Key differences between eczema and seborrheic dermatitis

If you’ve dealt with skin issues, I know you’ll love our whole body, evidence based discussion!

🎧 Listen now: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/5RJmh36gbOWChAtiV3oIjP/episode/3r5Xkev2JHGdPA7KeUI0HV/details

🎙️Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zy9wUDbUj0Y&list=PLvcW_qBMEYDYqk4i7IhaMq7JKOBaB0h1s

04/17/2026

2nd marathon! Raced the Milan marathon on Sunday which was a blast!

Gut training & nutrition plan went perfectly. A solid winter volume build (outdoor + treadmill), plus a solidified fuelling plan paid off.

I built up to a 90km week and ran average 75-80km weeks with 2 workouts in there, plus 2 strength per week through Jan - April! 💪

Went well:
🥖 3 day GI friendly carb load (7g/kg)
🥣 GI friendly pre race breakfast 1.5 hours before (80g carb, 25g protein, 5g fat)
🍭 200g carb total during race (60g/hour)
💦 Sips of water at all aid stations

No nausea, no bathroom stops, no bonking. Finished feeling strong and as you can see, even pacing. 😏

All thanks to solid fuelling + prioritizing gut health.

⏱️ 3:26 😍

Not sure when the next will be but excited for our May Hyrox Race (training starts this weekend) and I'd like to get back to 5k racing after!

Be sure to subscribe to GutFitNutrition on YouTube for my recap episode coming soon! 🫶

04/13/2026

One of the few latest gut health & IBS trends I can get behind 👏🏻👏🏻

It’s a good source of soluble fibre, low FODMAP, less than $1 per serving, and is an effective therapy for constipation management. 🤯

Swipe through to hear my breakdown on the benefits of psyllium husk, and what to consider if you’re going to take it!

Have you experimented with psyllium to resolve digestive symptoms lately? Let’s talk about it ⤵️

04/11/2026

There are so many testing options out there claiming to provide answers for your digestive issues… 🤯 from food sensitivity panels to comprehensive stool tests. 🧪💩

But how many of these are actually validated, and which ones are just burning a hole in your wallet? 💸

Whether you’re wondering about:
🔬 Celiac testing
🔬 IgG food sensitivity testing
🔬 GI-MAP stool test
🔬 Or HMBT (hydrogen/methane breath testing)…

We cover it all in this episode with the incredible Andrea Hardy, Registered Dietitian 👏Owner of Ignite Nutrition and one of Canada’s leading Gut Health Experts 🇨🇦✨

🎧 Listen now: creators.spotify.com/pod/show/5RJmh36gbOWChAtiV3oIjP/episode/4YaXjRCbju0kiNUhlbmqYn/details

🎙️Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KxgbdFZPkdQ&list=PLvcW_qBMEYDaMRt3-SX1s7is2sblsDN2E

04/09/2026

If you’ve been walking through the cereal, cracker, or “healthy snack” aisles lately 🛒, you might have noticed something new on the front of your favourite food box 📦…

For those of you navigating IBS, gut symptoms, and performance nutrition, this isn’t just a packaging update...

It’s something that can directly influence your food choices (for better or for more confusion 🤯).

As of January 1, 2026, Health Canada made front-of-package (FOP) nutrition symbol labels mandatory 🇨🇦. While this was announced back in 2022, you’ve probably already started seeing them pop up on shelves!

But here’s the important question for you 👇
Will these labels actually help you make better choices for your gut, energy, and training… or could they oversimplify things? 👀

In my latest guest article for GI Society's Inside Tract® newsletter, I break down:
🏷️ Where you’ll find these labels
🧠 What they’re designed to highlight (and what they don’t)
🥗 How to interpret them through a gut health lens
🏃‍♀️ What to consider if you’re also fueling for performance

Because “high in sugar” or “high in sodium” doesn’t always mean “bad” ... especially when you’re dealing with food intolerances, fueling needs, or symptom management!

💬 I’m curious, have you noticed these labels yet? Do they make food choices easier… or more confusing for you?

📖 READ THE ARTICLE HERE: https://gutfitnutrition.com/blog/health-canada-front-of-package-nutrition-symbol-labels Plus, I have over 10 articles published on their amazing newsletter all about GI health. 🙌

If you’ve been shopping in the cereal, cracker, or other packaged food aisles lately, your eye might have caught something new on the front of your favourite food box. Health Canada made new front-of-package (FOP) nutrition symbol labels mandatory as of January 1, 2026. Health Canada first announc

04/08/2026

Did you know this about your bananas?? 🍌⤵️

As bananas ripen, their resistant starch content decreases and their FODMAP content (specifically fructans) increases.

& for those with IBS or gut symptoms, this could be the difference between tolerating a banana, or it causing bloat and gut discomfort.

Less ripe and firmer bananas are not only lower in FODMAP content, they are also higher in resistant starches.

These are a type of starch that are not digested in the small intestine, instead, they pass to the large intestine where they serve as an energy source for gut bacteria. Other resistant starches include chickpeas, leftover rice (cooked and cooled), and raw rolled oats.

While it seems like a small detail, these are the things often overlooked when it comes to gut health nutrition, and why an individualized approach is so important.

If it seems like even ‘healthy foods’ seem to trigger pain or bloat, your next step is looking closer at what’s driving them. Because who would have thought an overripe banana could be the culprit? 😅🔍

If you feel stuck guessing which foods help vs worsen your gut, learn how to identify your gut symptom drivers inside my FREE masterclass: Steal my 6-Step Blueprint to Conquer IBS & Gut Symptoms.

Comment BLUEPRINT for the link to join ⤵️

04/06/2026

THIS is what we should be spreading awareness on this month 🙌🏻

⁠❤️ I know many of you are living with IBS, and that comes with a lot of stigma. Many people may not understand exactly what you are going through, and so I wanted to share this post with some true facts on this condition.

⁠❤️ IBS is a FUNCTIONAL gut disorder - meaning that standard tests (scopes & bloodwork) will show up normal, but there are some issues with how your intestinal tract contracts and the sensitivity of nerve endings.

As a Registered Dietitian who has worked with 400+ clients with IBS, what I’ve come to realize over the years is that an INTEGRATIVE approach is key when it comes to managing it and finding lasting freedom.

🙌🏻 I believe in a sustainable lifestyle and diet shifts to help address the underlying causes, promote healing and support your gut functioning properly.

Because lasting freedom IS possible, and you DO deserve to live a full life without letting your IBS & gut symptoms hold you back.

If you’re looking for extra resources on IBS / Gut Health to help you get back to living your life… head to my link in bio to tune into my podcast or Youtube channel! 🎙️💚

& if you’re ready for high touch, 1-1 support to find FREEDOM from your IBS with an expert Dietitian, I’d love to work together. ❤️ Comment IM READY below or head to my link in bio to apply for coaching.