The Gastro Girl Podcast
If you're one of the millions of people living with a chronic digestive health condition, you're not alone. Whether you're newly diagnosed, in remission, or trying to understand what's happening in your body—and what you can do about it—The Gastro Girl Podcast is here to help. Hosted by Jacqueline Gaulin, longtime patient advocate and founder of Gastro Girl, this podcast goes beyond surface-level conversations to deliver clear, compassionate, evidence-based insights into digestive health. Each episode is designed to help you feel more informed, confident, and empowered in managing your health and navigating conversations with your healthcare team. You'll hear from leading gastroenterologists and healthcare experts, along with patient voices and practical guidance on topics across gastroenterology—from common GI symptoms and chronic conditions to emerging research, treatments, and trusted resources. The tone is engaging, supportive, and nonjudgmental—because digestive health deserves thoughtful, human-centered conversations. Gastro Girl is the official patient education partner of the American College of Gastroenterology, and this podcast reflects that commitment to delivering reliable, actionable information patients can trust. Follow The Gastro Girl Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so new episodes are delivered straight to your phone.
Episodes
Can digestive enzymes really help reduce gas, bloating, and other uncomfortable digestive symptoms? And why do certain foods trigger symptoms in some people but not others?
In this episode of Gastro Girl, GI dietitian Erin Judge, RDN, CSDH, explains how digestive enzymes work, why FODMAPs and other poorly absorbed carbohydrates can contribute to digestive symptoms, and when supplemental enzymes may be help...
Living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) often means paying close attention to your symptoms and how well your treatment is controlling the disease. But what happens when you're still having symptoms; or a treatment that once worked doesn't seem to be working as well anymore?
In this episode, Dr. Corey Siegel, an IBD specialist and Director of the Center for Digestive Health at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medi...
Pregnancy can bring major changes to digestion and bowel habits. But if you're already living with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C), bloating, abdominal discomfort, or chronic constipation, it can be difficult to know what's related to pregnancy—and what may be related to your digestive condition.
In this episode of the Gastro Girl Health Podcast, Dr. Lin Chang, Professor of Medicin...
If you've been struggling with symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C)—or have ever felt like your symptoms weren't being taken seriously—this episode is for you.
Makenna shares her personal journey of living with IBS-C, from first experiencing symptoms in high school to spending years searching for answers while being told there wasn't really anything wrong. Her experien...
A diagnosis of cirrhosis can feel overwhelming, but understanding what's happening in your liver—and knowing what you can do to protect your health—can make a meaningful difference.
In this episode, Gastro Girl host Jacqueline Gaulin is joined by Jennifer Lai, MD, MBA, a hepatologist at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), for a practical conversation about living with cirrhosis ...
For many people living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), understanding what remission actually means can be confusing. If your symptoms improve, does that mean your IBD is under control? And if you're in remission, is the disease gone for good?
In Part 2 of our conversation with IBD expert Dr. Jessica Allegretti, we explore what remission means in IBD and why feeling better is only one part of the pic...
Why does the immune system cause inflammation in Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis? And what do the gut microbiome, intestinal lining, and genetics have to do with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)?
In this episode of the Gastro Girl Podcast, host Jacqueline Gaulin talks with gastroenterologist and IBD expert Dr. Colleen Kelly about the important connection between the gut and immune system in IBD.
A Barrett's esophagus diagnosis can leave you wondering what comes next. Understanding your follow-up care, surveillance plan, and individual risk can help you take a more active role in your health.
In this final episode of our 4-part U.S.-focused Barrett's esophagus patient education series, Advanced Practice Provider Tedra Gray shares practical guidance to help patients better understand ongoing care, s...
Many people living with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis assume that if symptoms improve, their disease is under control. But with inflammatory bowel disease, inflammation can sometimes continue silently, even when you feel okay.
In this episode of Gastro Girl, Jacqueline Gaulin speaks with IBD expert Dr. Jessica Allegretti about what IBD may be affecting inside the body and why symptom relief i...
After a Barrett's esophagus diagnosis, many patients ask: What happens next—and do I need treatment?
In this episode, foregut surgeon Dr. Caitlin Houghton of Keck Medicine of USC explains how Barrett's esophagus is treated in the United States and how doctors work to reduce the risk of progression to esophageal cancer.
In this episode, you'll learn:
• How doctors decide...
Preparing for a colonoscopy may not be anyone's favorite part of colorectal cancer screening, but proper colonoscopy prep is one of the most important factors in detecting precancerous polyps and colorectal cancer early.
In this episode, Jacqueline Gaulin sits down with leading gastroenterologist Dr. Fola May to answer common questions about bowel preparation for colonoscopy. Why is colonoscopy prep necess...
If you've tried medications, diet changes, fiber supplements, or other therapies for IBS-C and still aren't feeling better, you're not alone.
Many people with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) feel frustrated when symptoms persist despite treatment. But when treatments don't work, it may be time to take a closer look at what's really going on.
In this episode of the Gastro Gir...
The American Cancer Society (ACS) recently updated its colorectal cancer screening recommendations, adding new stool-based and blood-based screening options.
What's changed in the new American Cancer Society screening recommendations
• New stool DNA and stool RNA screening tests
• The role of blood-based cancer screening tests
• Why colonoscopy remains the gold standard
• Why a follow-up co...
What exactly is Barrett's esophagus—and how do doctors determine who may be at higher risk?
In Part 2 of this 4-part patient education series, leading gastroenterologist and advanced endoscopist Raman Muthusamy explains how Barrett's esophagus develops from chronic GERD and how it's diagnosed and evaluated in clinical practice in the United States.
In this episode, you'll learn:
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Why does one IBS-C treatment work for someone else—but not for you?
In this episode of the Gastro Girl podcast, leading gastroenterologist Darren M. Brenner. MD, FACG, of Northwestern Medicine, explains why treating IBS-C (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation) is not one-size-fits-all.
Using a real-world patient scenario, Dr. Brenner breaks down what may actually be happening...
What if your bowel habits aren't as healthy as you think?
In this episode of Gastro Girl, we're joined by Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author of You've Been Pooping All Wrong: How to Make Your Bowel Movements a Joy. She breaks down what most people get wrong about bowel movements—and shares simple, science-backed strategies to improve comfort, regularity, and overall digestive health.
From daily...
IBS-C bloating can feel constant—but why does it happen, and what actually helps?
If you're living with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C), bloating is often one of the most frustrating symptoms.
In this episode of Gastro Girl, leading gastroenterologist Dr. Brian Lacy (Mayo Clinic Jacksonville) explains the real causes of bloating in IBS-C and what patients need to know to find r...
Does it fee like food gets stuck when you swallow? Or like swallowing takes more effort than it should?
These symptoms are often dismissed—but they may be signs of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a condition that frequently goes undiagnosed for years.
In this episode of Gastro Girl, Jacqueline Gaulin sits down with Dr. Neil D. Parikh to break down what these symptoms really mean&md...
Barrett's esophagus can develop silently in people with chronic acid reflux (GERD)—and many don't realize their risk until after diagnosis.
In this episode of Gastro Girl, Robin shares her powerful, real-life journey from ongoing reflux symptoms to a diagnosis of Barrett's esophagus—and how that moment changed everything.
Like many patients, Robin faced confusion, fear, and unanswe...
Colonoscopy is one of the most effective tools for preventing colorectal cancer—but it's not the only screening option. So how do you know when to get screened, which test to choose, and what to do next if results come back abnormal?
Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet many people delay screening due to confusion or uncertainty.
In this Gastro Girl Podcast episo...
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