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The global pinnacle event for gut-health professionals is coming this May…
This month the Nerva team is hitting the road for four key events that belong in every gut-health professional's calendar for May 2024. Find out where we'll be, which events Nerva co-creator Dr. Simone Peters is presenting at, and how to join in through online access.
Listen: Quiet the Diet - New patient resource
“So many IBS patients are told, ‘It’s all in your head’. This can be incredibly alienating to hear – understandably! But we’re working relentlessly to change the conversation,” said Nerva’s Claire Hall in her appearance on the 'Quiet the Diet' podcast with host dietitian Michelle Shapiro.
Webinar: Hypnotherapy for hot flashes
“Menopause is still very misunderstood and misrepresented, and I think it’s doing a disservice to the human body and human brain to view it in such a negative light,” said Mindset Health’s Claire Hall in her conversation with Dr. Adam Rinde. Watch their discussion to learn more about how hypnotherapy has proven to reduce the severity of menopausal hot flashes by 70%.
Research round-up: March 2024
Discover the gender gap in IBS, uncover why people with celiac disease have a significantly higher risk of developing IBS, and learn more about why people living with IBS and fibromyalgia have elevated rates of severe Multiple Drug Intolerance Syndrome (MDIS). Read on for the March research round-up
How 10k women are managing menopause – and why they need your help
The data is in: 10,000 women share their menopause experiences in a new study. Here's how they feel and why they need your help with practical strategies and education.
Webinar: Non-hormonal menopause management of hot flashes and night sweats
We invited Dr. Stephanie Bayliss from the Menoverse to share her insights into non-hormonal menopause management for vasomotor symptoms.
Research round-up – January 2024
Welcome to the January research round-up, where we bring you the latest insights in gut health. Stay current and informed with our summaries of three key studies — read the highlights or dive deeper into the cutting-edge developments shaping your field.
Webinar: Polyvagal theory and IBS
Watch this webinar for healthcare professionals to discover more about polyvagal theory and IBS and how this applies to your patients. Free CEU is available for some clinicians.
Claim your spot on the Clincian Directory
Are you ready to expand your reach and connect with thousands of individuals actively seeking support for IBS management and guidance through the Nerva program? Learn how you can join our Clinician Directory.
Improving accessibility – Ways to make IBS care affordable
When the annual toll of IBS is an eye-watering $21 billion, accessible digital health solutions are more critical than ever for effective DGBI management. Here's what you need to know to ensure you're helping your patients access the best clinically proven tools and resources.
Helping women find relief on World Menopause Day
Evia creator Dr. Gary Elkins of Baylor University has been on a 20-year mission to find effective alternatives to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women facing a barrage of frustrating menopause symptoms.
Case study: When a diet isn’t the answer – Managing a complex patient
“Lily* was just so negative with a terrible mindset,” said dietitian Keren Reiser about a complex patient who came to her seeking support for over 20 years of issues. Realizing quickly that a dietary intervention was not the best course of action, Keren set Lily on a path to healing, thanks to gut-directed hypnotherapy.
Mental Health by Mindset Fact Sheet For Clinicians
Download the Mental Health by Mindset clinician fact sheet to learn how this evidence-based digital therapeutic program can help your patients manage stress and anxiety.
What the Hell is Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy? (Listen)
Nutritionist Dr. Brad Leech appeared on Body+Soul’s Healthy-ish podcast to answer the question all IBS practitioners are asking: “So, what the hell IS gut-directed hypnotherapy?”
Save the Date: Healthcare Conferences and Events in 2024
These are the gut health conferences and events coming up around the world that belong in your calendar, with many offering virtual attendance options so no one misses out.
The Economics of IBS – How to Help Patients Ease Their Financial Strain
As a healthcare clinician, helping distressed patients manage the financial burden of IBS can be just as complex as treating their symptoms. Here’s one evidence-based way to help your patients halve their IBS-related costs.
Diagnosing IBS and Building Patient Confidence to Enhance Outcomes: IBS Frontiers Summit (Watch)
Building patient confidence is key to optimizing outcomes, said gastroenterologist Dr. May Wong at the the IBS Frontiers Summit.
Identifying and Managing Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in IBS: IBS Frontiers Summit (Watch)
“Women with IBS are more likely to experience prolapse, urinary urgency, fecal incontinence, and sexual dysfunction,” said Dr. Angela Khera in her discussion into managing IBS patients with pelvic floor dysfunction.
Benefits of Integrated Care for DGBI: IBS Frontiers Summit (Watch)
Leading expert Dr. Bill Chey shared his insights into integrated care, integrated medicine, precision medicine, and digital health at the IBS Frontiers Summit.
The Role of Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy in Disorders of Brain-Gut Interaction: IBS Frontiers Summit (Watch)
Dr. Simone Peters knows most IBS patients are familiar with the kind of hypnotherapy they’ve seen on TV where “people are clucking like chickens and doing other horrendously embarrassing things.”
The Psychological Burden of IBS: IBS Frontiers Summit (Watch)
“One survey reported that the majority of IBS patients would give up 10 to 15 years of life expectancy for an instant cure,” said GI psychologist Dr. Megan Riehl in her IBS Frontiers Summit presentation.
Integrative Approaches to Managing Gastrointestinal Conditions and Eating Disorders (Watch)
Supporting patients with overlapping GI conditions and eating disorders may be complex, but it is possible says registered dietitian Beth Rosen.
Transforming Gut Health, Naturally: A Naturopathic Doctor's Approach to 40 Years of Struggle
Dr. Lela Altman is a naturopathic doctor who alleviated symptoms and expanded the ultra-restrictive diet of a complex senior patient with SIBO, drastically improving her quality of life through gut-directed hypnotherapy. This case study details Dr. Altman’s approach over a two-year period.
How Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy Calmed a Complex Patient
This case study examines how naturopathic doctor Kim Bretz challenged a complex patient to try a simple plan of gut-directed hypnotherapy rather than a dietary intervention to address her gut-brain interaction disorder.
Rethinking the Treatment of Depression: Have We Been Misinformed About Antidepressants? (Watch)
“The controversy started because in order to have a medication approved by the FDA as an antidepressant, it has to outdo the placebo statistically, which antidepressants do. But the difference between the response to the antidepressant and the response to the placebo is very, very small—it’s so small it’s clinically meaningless,” said Dr. Irving Kirsch in his discussion with clinical psychologist, Dr. Michael Yapko and Mindset Health’s Claire Davidson.
Case study: Helping a High-Stress Patient
This case study examines how integrative health GP Dr. Shamistra Barathan used comprehensive education and support to help her patient believe her mind really was impacting her gut symptoms.
Case study: Transitioning a Patient from Anxiety to Calm
When *Sarah began emailing dietitian Miriam Mullard photos of her gut twice a day to illustrate her bloating, it was evident that anxiety played a significant role in her IBS symptoms. By guiding her through a dietary intervention alongside gut-directed hypnotherapy, Miriam was able to help Sarah reclaim her life.
Case study: Pain and Poor Gut Health For 30 Years
When a patient in her early 70s first came to dietitian Erin O’Neill from Diet vs. Disease for help, she had been experiencing poor gut health for the past 30 years. However, when she revealed her lifelong meditation practice, Erin knew she could be an ideal candidate for the Nerva program.
Case study: Managing 10 years of diarrhea and despair
When a patient presented with a 10-year history of diarrhea and debilitating gut health, Michael Smith of Planet Naturopath was ready to set them up for success with a simple approach focused on reducing anxiety.
Digital Therapeutics and the Evolving Healthcare Landscape (Watch)
“Digital therapeutics fits in the wider healthcare landscape when therapy is inaccessible and drugs don’t work or aren’t a first-line option,” said Mindset Health’s Alex Naoumidis in his discussion with co-founder Chris Naoumidis about the evolving healthcare landscape.
Putting the Research to Work: Celebrating Mindset Health’s Women in Science
When you work for a digital health start-up, the conversation tends to drift toward product design, marketing strategies, and all-important funding. But our Research Lead, Claire Davidson, can always be relied on to bring the team back to what matters most—without efficacious scientific research grounding everything we do, there is no Mindset Health.
The Role of Psychological Therapies in IBS Management (Watch)
Watch Dr. Meghan Riehl from GI OnDEMAND in conversation with Nerva co-creator Dr. Simone Peters about the critical role psychological therapies play in managing IBS.
Proving the Doubters Wrong (Listen)
If you’re considering introducing Nerva to your patients, one of their first questions is likely to be a somewhat skeptical, ‘So, what exactly does my mind have to do with my IBS?’ Nerva Co-Creator Dr. Simone Peters from Monash University was interviewed on Australia’s Radio National and shared how she too moved from hypnotherapy doubter to leading expert, with clinically validated research to back her claims.
In Conversation With Gastro Girl and Dr. Simone Peters (Listen)
“When most of my patients first arrive, they are worried they’ll cluck like a chicken,” said Dr. Simone Peters in her recent podcast appearance on Gastro Girl, an American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) education partner.
Evia creator Dr. Gary Elkins talks hypnotherapy for hot flashes (Listen)
Evia and Finito creator Dr. Gary Elkins joined Dr. Scott Hoye on Psychology Talk’s podcast to discuss his clinical hypnosis for hot flashes research.
6 Must-Do Professional Development Opportunities and Events for Dietitians
We’ve collated six of the best professional development courses for dietitians to help you expand your career, keep abreast of the latest research, and better support your patients.
Helping Patients Through the Holidays
When the holiday season rolls around, there may be long stretches of time between appointments with your patients. If you know you might not be seeing your clients during this busy time and want to ensure they are staying on track with your treatment plans and protocols, here’s what you can do to support them through to the new year.
NPR Discusses the Gut-Brain Connection (Listen)
At a time when more and more people are learning about the connection between stress, anxiety, and common stomach problems, NPR’s Allison Aubrey took a moment to explore the gut-brain connection, as well as the benefits of gut-directed hypnotherapy with Dr Megan Riehl from GI OnDEMAND, one of Mindset Health’s clinical partners
Case Study: Nutrition, GDH and Finding the Missing Piece
Rebecca* was referred to me by her family doctor in May 2021. She had been experiencing persistent digestive issues since 2013. She had been diagnosed with IBS, and also had a history of depression and anxiety.
Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy Randomized Clinical Trial
Mindset Health is running a randomized clinical trial in partnership with Monash University comparing the efficacy of an app-delivered gut-directed hypnotherapy program with psychoeducation in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Incorporating the Evia App Into the Clinical Care of Postmenopausal Women With Hot Flashes and Sleep Issues
Menopausal women experiencing hot flashes and having concerns about their sleep can improve their symptoms through Evia, a five-week hypnotherapy program delivered via a smartphone app.
Menopause and the Workplace Report: Women Lack Basic Support
The landmark Menopause and the Workplace report released in April 2022 from gender equality and women’s rights advocacy, The Fawcett Society, found that most women lack basic menopause support in their workplaces and from their healthcare providers.
It’s Not All In Their Head: Psychosocial Factors Associated With Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (webinar)
This webinar with Dr. Christina Jagielski explores the complex factors that contribute to disorders of gut-brain interaction.
Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy: A New Direction for IBS Management (webinar)
Mindset Health speaks with Dr. Simone Peters about gut-directed hypnotherapy, diagnosing IBS, and the gut-brain axis.
Role of a Health Care Provider in Adherence and Outcomes of Patients Using Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy Digital Therapeutic
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common functional gut disorder affecting approximately 5-12% of the Western population [1]. Despite this prevalence, only about 30% of IBS patients will consult a physician for their symptoms [2].
Low FODMAP and Hypnotherapy for IBS: Which Path is Right For Your Clients?
Managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is complex—there are many moving parts to consider, and formulating a plan for your clients may even feel overwhelming at times.
Delivering Digital Therapeutics: What Your Patients Need to Know
The use of technology in healthcare has increased dramatically in the past few years. Aside from advancing the precision and quality of medicine physicians can provide, technology can empower patients to care for their own health.
