Kate Scarlata, RD

08/31/2026

08/27/2026

My story. I get a lot of questions about my own GI history and special diet needs— so here is my update.

As someone that understands what living with food intolerance post an 8 feet intestinal resection— I an here to say, try to stay curious with food, food intolerance can change over time find! Always try to eat the least restrictive diet, and work with a GI RD to guide you, if possible.

08/08/2026

🌲 Forest bathing and your nervous system: Spending time in natural environments has been associated with increased parasympathetic activity, the “rest and digest” branch of the autonomic nervous system and lower physiological stress responses.

Research on forest bathing has also reported reductions in some inflammatory markers, including certain cytokines and other inflammation-related measures.

Of course, while the evidence is promising, these effects do vary by study and shouldn’t be framed as a “treatment for inflammation or disease”.

Slow down. Breathe. Let your nervous system shift gears. 🌲🌲🌲

07/23/2026

As a GI , I thought I’d share SOME of my favorites.

06/11/2026

The American Gut Project found a striking link: people who ate 30+ DIFFERENT plants per week had more diverse gut microbiomes than those eating fewer than 10. 🌱

Diversity matters—think fruits, veggies, beans, herbs, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Aim for variety, not perfection.

Don’t eat the same thing every day!





Reference: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5954204/

06/08/2026

Have you heard of dyssynergic defecation? This condition can impact up to 50% of people who are constipated! 🧻🚽

With dyssynergic defecation, upping fiber and using laxatives rarely work to treat constipation. In fact, they can make symptoms worse! ⚠️

Dyssynergic defecation is an acquired condition in which there is a problem coordinating the abdominal, re**al and a**l muscles to achieve a normal and complete bowel movement.

This condition is treated with biofeedback and/ or pelvic floor PT.

Once treated, titrating up fiber 🥕🌾🥝intake is often better tolerated.

Since fiber is your gut microbes 🦠favorite fuel, the goal is to add fiber diversity— but this works best when you can eliminate stool better!

05/30/2026

Medical gatekeeping occurs when a healthcare provider restricts, delays, or denies access to evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, referrals, or accommodations because they question, dismiss, or do not recognize a patient’s reported condition or symptoms.

05/28/2026

Don’t self diagnose yourself with food intolerance! See an expert registered dietitian!