Leigh Merotto, Registered Dietitian

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Pre-Workout Nutrition For IBS and Sensitive Guts

Pre-workout beverages, protein shakes, juice, fasting…. What’s best to consume before a workout? And what won’t trigger irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms? Yup, I’m talking about Pre-Workout Nutrition for those who are everyday athletes and gym-goers and struggle with gut symptoms.

Well, if this topic has been of personal interest to you (and I assume it has been!), then you’re going to want to check out my latest guest article with FODMAP Everyday.

I am honoured to be a part of the Success Team at FODMAP Everyday, and for those who don’t know, they are an amazing resource for those with IBS following a low-FODMAP diet.

In this article I discuss:

  • Why is pre-workout nutrition important?

  • When should we fast vs. eat before a workout?

  • Low-FODMAP pre-workout meal & snack ideas

  • Low-FODMAP Hydration and fluids

  • Connection between exercise and IBS⁠

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P.S. Want fast relief with your bloating, IBS and SIBO symptoms? Grab my free Guide to Beat the Bloat - your simple steps to start finding relief, plus a few delicious, gut-friendly recipes to inspire you to get started. 

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