Samina Inclusive IBS Dietitian

😮 Did you know peppermint oil might help ease IBS-related abdominal pain?

🌿 When I talk to clients about what they’ve tried for symptom relief, the conversation usually centers around cutting out more and more foods.

🙅🏽‍♀️ But let’s be real.

Constantly eliminating foods can be exhausting, stressful, and often makes things worse in the long run.

⚠️ Over-restriction can lead to malnutrition, poor digestion, increased food fear, and even disordered eating.

💁🏽‍♀️ My approach focuses on nourishment, not restriction.

Before jumping into a strict elimination diet, we explore other tools that support your gut, like trying peppermint oil after getting you on a consistent meal and snack schedule.

🍃 Peppermint oil can:
✅ Relax the muscles in your digestive tract
✅ Reduce abdominal pain and cramping
✅ Support your gut with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits

✨ It’s not a cure, but it can be a helpful addition to your IBS toolkit, especially when you feel stuck and want symptom relief without more food rules.

💬 I’d love to know…

👉 Is there another supplement or IBS strategy you’re curious about?

Drop it in the comments and I might review it in a future post!

I was recently interviewed on The BioBelly Show, to break down the most misunderstood aspects of IBS care—starting with the truth about restriction, food fear, and why low FODMAP isn’t always the solution.

We explore how stress, sleep, trauma, and even your chewing habits affect digestion more than most people realize. Samina shares the science behind gut-brain interaction, how disordered eating and IBS often overlap, and why healing requires more than a meal plan.

Whether you’ve been stuck on low FODMAP for years, overwhelmed by supplements, or just tired of feeling broken—this episode will show you a compassionate, personalized path forward. Healing isn’t about cutting more out. It’s about learning to trust your body again.

The IBS Diet Trap: Why Restriction Isn’t the Answer with Samina Qureshi, RD In this episode of The BioBelly Show, registered dietitian Samina Qureshi (.ibs.dietitian) breaks down the most misunderstood aspects of IBS care—s...

📣 Meet Samina Qureshi, RDN (she/her), one of the passionate coauthors behind our EDGI training resource.

🌟 Samina is a weight-inclusive GI dietitian and founder of Wholesome Start, a virtual nutrition and communications practice dedicated to helping people find balance with food and relief from GI symptoms without guilt, shame, or restriction.

🍛 She encourages her community to honor cultural foods and traditions, reminding us that food is not only nourishment, but also connection and joy.

🧠 After noticing a clear overlap between eating disorders and GI disorders in her practice, Samina was inspired to coauthor this book and fill a major gap in provider education.

🎤 She has presented at dietetic conferences and contributes to national media, raising awareness about disordered eating and GI conditions in diverse communities.

📺 You may have seen her featured on Great Day Houston, KHOU 11, or in publications like Self, Wall Street Journal, Food & Nutrition Magazine, and Well + Good.

🫖 When she’s not working, Samina enjoys sipping chai, spending time outdoors, and making memories with her family.

🤝 We are so proud to have Samina as a coauthor. Her culturally sensitive, inclusive, and non-diet approach is at the heart of what makes this resource so meaningful.

🔗 Join the EDGI community to stay up to date on all our upcoming webinars, trainings, and more. www.edgitating.com

😜 Some of the most “controversial” things I’ve said as a non-diet IBS dietitian.

Anddd by controversial, I mean they made the internet very 😡.

👉🏾 Swipe through for 15 spicy 🔥 takes that challenge fear-based IBS advice and diet culture nonsense.

🫵🏽 If you’ve been told to cut out everything you love just to manage your gut symptoms, you’re not alone.

💁🏽‍♀️ AND you have options!

🌟 I’m now accepting 5 new clients in my IBS Food Freedom package.

🔗 Link in bio to apply!

❤️ Save this post to revisit when the food fear creeps in

Struggling with digestive issues and an eating disorder? 💩

🤝 You’re not alone.

💨 GI symptoms like bloating, constipation, nausea, or acid reflux can make recovery even harder and lead to more food fear, confusion, and restriction.

💖 But here’s the truth:

🌟 You deserve support that sees the full picture of your health.

💪🏽 If you’re in the place where you’re seeking care for your eating disorder, you’re already doing something powerful.

🗣️ Keep advocating for yourself.

👩🏽‍⚕️ You can feel better with the right support.

💬 Comment “Recover” to schedule your free discovery call today.

Let’s talk about how we can support your gut and relationship with food—together.

Still afraid of carrots? 🥕

💁🏽‍♀️ Let’s talk.

I’ve been hearing this regularly from clients this month:
🗣️ “Carrots are too high in sugar and I can’t eat them.”

🚨 Well, I’ve got news for you!

🥕 Carrots have about 12g of carbs per cup.

👉🏽 That’s not a lot—and even if it were, it still wouldn’t make them unhealthy.

❌ Carbs aren’t the enemy!

✅ In fact, they’re essential for supporting your brain, digestion, and energy, especially when you’re managing IBS.

🥰 Carrots also offer gut-loving fiber, satisfying crunch, and a naturally sweet taste.

🙈 There’s no need to fear them (or any carb, really).

🫵🏽 You deserve to nourish your gut without restriction or guilt.

📲 Schedule your free discovery call today to begin your journey to IBS Food Freedom!

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🌱 Spring is the perfect time for a pantry refresh—especially if you’re managing IBS.

🛒 Instead of focusing on what to eliminate, let’s focus on what to add to support your gut health! ✨

To prepare for a fresh spring, let’s fill your pantry with low FODMAP, fiber-rich foods that can help soothe your digestion and make meal planning easier!

A few favorites you’ll see:
🥚 Easy proteins
🍚 Gentle grains
🥕 Fiber-rich veggies
🍓 Fresh hydrating fruits
🌰 Gut-friendly plant proteins

Feeling overwhelmed about where to start?

You don’t have to figure this out alone. 💬

I offer 1:1 support to help you build meals you feel confident and comfortable eating—with IBS symptoms under control.

Ready to feel your best?

Comment “Spring” to schedule a free discovery call!


🥛 Is cow’s milk still safe to drink?

If you or your family enjoys milk daily, this is something worth knowing.

Due to recent FDA budget cuts, there’s been a drop in food safety testing—especially for milk contamination and bird flu.

For those of us with IBS or sensitive digestion, food poisoning isn’t just inconvenient—it can actually trigger or worsen IBS symptoms.

But don’t worry—this isn’t about fear. It’s about informed, gut-friendly choices. 💛

✅ One great option is ultra-pasteurized milk.
This type of milk is heated to a higher temperature, which kills more bacteria and viruses and keeps it safe longer.

✨ Brands like Horizon Organic and Mootopia at HEB offer ultra-pasteurized, lactose-free milk—perfect for sensitive tummies.

Prefer to skip dairy?
Unsweetened almond milk is often well-tolerated by people with IBS.

You deserve to enjoy milk (or your milk alternative) without second-guessing every sip.

🌱 Ready to feel more confident around food and calm your gut for good?

Book your 1:1 nutrition session with me today and let’s work together to reduce flares and build a more nourishing relationship with food.

📅 https://www.wholesomestart.com/

Someone asked if butter could replace fiber in the diet… and honestly, I wasn’t surprised! 😱

The wellness and nutrition myths these days are absolutely absurd.

So let’s dive right in and clear this up:
🧈 Butter is a fat.
🌾 Fiber is a carbohydrate.

👉🏽 They do completely different things in the body and are not interchangeable.

🥝 Fiber supports blood sugar balance, gut health, and heart health.

🧈 Butter?

❌ Not so much.

💩 This butter-for-fiber trend is another byproduct of the carnivore craze.. and just because your poops are slippery doesn’t mean your gut is thriving.

🙋🏽‍♀️ Also, hello, cholesterol!

😳 Saturated fat overload isn’t the flex some folks think it is.

🔬 Let’s bring back nuance and actual science to the nutrition conversation.

🫵🏽 Have you heard of this butter trend?

Also, go follow for diabetes friendly recipes and check out her new app for community and support!

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Struggling with bloating, bathroom drama, and food fear?

❇️ Meet the Samina Qureshi, RDN action figure!

💩 Fully equipped to help you kick IBS symptoms to the curb without a side of diet culture.

💁🏽‍♀️ This mini-me comes with gut-friendly essentials:
📲 iPhone ( to track your digestive symptoms)
💦 Turquoise reusable water bottle (hydration = happy gut)
🚽 Potty stool (because potty posture matter!)
🥝 Kiwi (fiber-packed + low FODMAP)
☕️ Cozy teacup (hello, soothing ginger tea vibes)
💻 And my trusty MacBook (where your nutrition care plan comes to life)

✅ If you’re ready to ditch the restriction and finally get relief, book a free discovery call.

🪄 Let’s get you back to living fully—no more food fear, no more bloat, just freedom.

Tap here https://www.wholesomestart.com to get started.

💁🏽‍♀️ Did you know that there’s no single test to diagnose IBS?

That’s right—getting an IBS diagnosis isn’t as simple as taking a blood test or scan. Instead, doctors diagnose IBS based on symptoms and by ruling out other conditions.

IBS is typically diagnosed using the ROME IV criteria, meaning you’ve experienced abdominal pain at least one day per week in the last three months plus at least two of the following:
🔹 Pain improves or worsens after a BM
🔹 Changes in how often you go (more or less frequent BMs)
🔹 Changes in stool consistency (harder or softer than usual)

This process can feel frustrating and overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. 💛

In my 🌟IBS Food Freedom Program🌟, we go beyond just symptom management.

Together, we’ll:
🚩 Identify red flags that may require further testing
💉 Explore additional screenings that might be helpful
👩🏽‍⚕️ Learn how to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office

✨ Most importantly, I’ll help you find relief without extreme food rules or unnecessary restrictions.

IBS isn’t just about your gut—it impacts your mind, emotions, and quality of life.

But with the right support, you CAN feel better. 💫

Here’s what we’ll work on together:
✅ Lasting relief from IBS symptoms
✅ Rebuilding trust with your body & letting go of food fears
✅ Expanding your diet so you can enjoy meals without stress
✅ Beating the bloat & stomach pain—so you can live life to the fullest!

👇🏽 Comment “Tummy Troubles” and I’ll DM you the 🔗 to book your FREE discovery call today!

✨ I’m only accepting 5 new clients this month—don’t wait! This is your sign to take the first step toward food freedom and a life free from IBS struggles.

💫 Let’s work together to help you confidently nourish your body and reclaim the joy of living like the star you are! 🌟