Happy Holidays with IBS

Written By Marica Gaspic

We are in full swing into the Holiday season and what a glorious season it is this year! Lots of social gatherings filled with food, and companionship.

What if you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and you may feel uncertain about attending these events. Feeling anxious about the food offered? What will it do to your IBS? Not sure what to do and how to manage the eating aspect.

Does your host or organizer invite you to share food allergies, intolerances/sensitivities. if not it might be nice to mention that you do have food intolerances. Or provide a simple guidance of what you can eat when attending a house party. This will make your host happier to be aware of your food intolerance/sensitivity/allergy.

Remember not to over eat, watch what you eat, take a break and go for a walk. All good for best digestion.

To drink alcohol or not to drink? So what can you drink? Guidelines to help you below::

Do not drink if you are experiencing a flare up

Do not drink on an empty stomach

Drink in moderation

Wine (red or white) 150ml - gluten free and low FODMAP

Beer or ale -375 ml (low FODMAP , not gluten free)

Gin, vodka, whiskey- 30 ml (gluten free and low FODMAP)

Drink water in between alcohol

Limit or eliminate carbonated drinks

Enjoy the holidays!


Marica Gaspic

Living with IBS can quietly take over your life — not just through pain and bloating, but through the constant uncertainty, loss of confidence, and fear of not being able to trust your own body.

I help high-performing women with IBS move from symptom-chasing to true physiological stability — by understanding IBS as what modern gastroenterology defines it to be: a disorder of gut–brain interaction involving the nervous system, microbiome, immune function, and stress physiology.

As a pharmacist and gut health coach — and as someone who has personally lived with IBS — I bring both clinical expertise and lived understanding to the work we do together. My clients don’t just “manage” IBS. They rebuild trust in their body, regain energy and confidence, and create a sustainable system of support that fits their real life.

This is not about restriction or short-term fixes.

It’s about building a body that finally makes sense.

Why Work With Me

Personal Experience

I have lived with IBS and successfully stabilized my own health — giving me deep insight into both the emotional and physiological realities of this condition.

Clinical Expertise

As a pharmacist, I bring evidence-based understanding of human physiology, gut–brain signaling, microbiome science, and medication interactions into every plan I create.

Proven Results

I have guided women through sustainable, personalized recovery frameworks that improve symptoms, restore energy, and dramatically elevate quality of life.

Together, we build a personalized, sustainable gut health strategy that supports your body, your lifestyle, and your long-term wellbeing — so you can live with calm, clarity, and confidence again.

https://www.gutwellnessbymarica.com
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