IBS & Gut Health Dietitian in Sudbury

If you struggle with:

• daily bloating
• constipation or diarrhea
• alternating bowel habits
• stomach pain or cramping
• feeling “6 months pregnant” after meals
• rushing to the bathroom after eating
• confusing food triggers

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to guess your way through it.

I’m Max Snider, Registered Dietitian in Sudbury, and I help people manage IBS, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and gut-related symptoms using evidence-based nutrition strategies.

Not the random elimination diets that your doctor keeps putting you on.

Do You Need a Dietitian for IBS or Bloating?

Consider booking with a dietitian if you:

• feel bloated most days
• avoid foods because you’re scared of symptoms
• have unpredictable bowels that affect work or social life
• feel uncomfortable after almost every meal
• suspect IBS but aren’t sure
• have already tried “everything” without results

If you have unintentional weight loss, severe pain, anemia, or blood in stool, see your physician promptly; these require medical assessment before nutrition therapy.

What Is IBS and Why Symptoms Don’t Show Up on Tests

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional gut condition commonly involving:

• abdominal pain
• bloating
• diarrhea, constipation, or both

It doesn’t show up on a scope or blood test, which is why many people are told, “everything looks normal,” despite real symptoms.

A dietitian helps you:

• identify food triggers
• structure meals to calm the gut
• reduce symptoms without being overly restrictive
• improve diet quality and gut health

Why am I so bloated all the time?

Bloating can be caused by many factors, including:

• eating patterns (speed, timing, meal size)
• inadequate fiber or sudden fiber increases
• constipation
• gas-producing carbohydrates
• carbonated beverages
• stress and gut-brain interaction
• under-fueling and irregular eating
• hormonal changes

The key is identifying your specific drivers, not cutting every food that ever caused gas.

What a gut-health dietitian actually does

When we work together, we don’t just remove long lists of foods.

We:

• review symptoms and patterns
• look at bowel habits & stool consistency
• assess fiber, fluids, caffeine, and meal timing
• trial structured nutrition strategies
• screen for under-fueling patterns
• consider stress and gut–brain connection
• collaborate with your physician as needed

The goal is less guessing, more clarity, and the least-restrictive diet possible.

Do you need to cut out gluten or dairy?

Not necessarily.

Many people remove major food groups and still have symptoms because:

• the root cause wasn’t addressed
• constipation wasn’t treated
• portion/timing were the real triggers
• FODMAP pattern wasn’t identified properly

We only eliminate foods when necessary and strategic, and we always aim to reintroduce them whenever possible.

Low FODMAP: Do you need it?

The Low FODMAP diet can be incredibly helpful for IBS, but:

• it should be done with a dietitian
• it is not meant to be long-term
• the most important phase is reintroduction

I can guide you through:

• structured elimination
• systematic reintroduction
• personalization without unnecessary restriction

You do not need to stay on Low FODMAP forever.

Nutrition Support for Constipation & Diarrhea

Nutrition can significantly improve:

• chronic constipation
• loose stools and urgency
• alternating bowel patterns

Depending on symptoms, strategies may include:

• fiber type & dosage adjustments
• hydration and electrolytes
• caffeine timing
• meal spacing
• gut-directed eating behaviors

Small changes often make a big difference.

Supplements for IBS: What Helps and What Doesn’t

Some supplements may help IBS and bloating, but they should be selected carefully.

We may discuss

• soluble fiber supplements
• probiotics (strain-specific)
• peppermint oil capsules
• magnesium types
• digestive enzyme considerations

The right choice depends on your symptoms and history, supplements are not one-size-fits-all.

Gut-health dietitian services in Sudbury & across Ontario

I work with clients experiencing digestive symptoms in:

• Sudbury
• New Sudbury
• Lively
• Valley East
• Hanmer
• Chelmsford
• Rayside-Balfourand
• virtually anywhere in Ontario

Most people prefer virtual appointments, especially if symptoms are unpredictable.

Are Dietitian Services Covered by Insurance in Ontario?

Many Ontario benefit plans cover appointments with a Registered Dietitian.

You will receive a receipt with my registration number for reimbursement through:

• Sun Life
• ManulifeCanada
• LifeGreen
• ShieldBlue Cross

Coverage varies by plan. Learn more about checking your coverage here.

Ready to get relief from IBS and bloating?

You don’t need to figure this out alone.

If you’re experiencing bloating, IBS, constipation, or ongoing gut symptoms, check out my Sudbury dietitian services page and book your free consult call so we can start improving your symptoms.