IBS is one of the most challenging disorders to manage – multifactorial, unpredictable, and resistant to one-size-fits-all solutions.

In this episode of the Little By podcast with Dr. Kristin Oja, Nerva's Claire Hall explores the gut-brain connection through the lens of clinical hypnotherapy, examining how digital delivery makes this evidence-based approach more accessible.

She discusses how it compares with dietary strategies like low FODMAP, the growing medical acceptance of hypnotherapy, and new research into the complexity of gut health – reminding us that sometimes the most effective treatment isn’t found in food or drugs, but in the mind.

00:00 Introduction to IBS and Nerva App
02:01 Understanding IBS: Symptoms and Mechanisms
05:45 The Role of Clinical Hypnotherapy in IBS Treatment
09:21 Nerva App Protocol: Structure and Efficacy
12:42 Comparing Nerva App with Low FODMAP Diet
16:11 Acceptance of Hypnotherapy in the Medical Community
18:40 Psychological Benefits of Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy
19:47 Emerging Research in Gut Health
20:57 Expanding Hypnotherapy to Pediatric Populations
22:42 Complexity of IBS and Root Causes
24:23 The Unique Gut Microbiome
24:55 Nerva App: Accessibility and Effectiveness
27:11 Consistency in Treatment and Sleep Benefits
29:02 Personal Health Habits and Rituals
32:20 Busting Myths About IBS
33:22 Wellness and Longevity Perspectives

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