Solving the problem of feeling included at social functions with alcohol & IBS

Written By Marica Gaspic

Managing Drinking Alcohol with IBS

🛑 Alcohol & IBS: A Tough Combo
Alcohol can irritate your gut, making IBS flare-ups even worse.

🎉 Social Events & Pressure
At gatherings like Thanksgiving, it’s tough when everyone is drinking. Feeling anxious about fitting in is normal!

🍹 The Solution: Mocktails!
Embrace the trend of mocktails! They’re a tasty way to join in without the gut irritation.

💡 Tips for Mocktail Lovers:

  • Avoid carbonation

  • Watch the sugar content (it can be inflammatory)

🍷 If Your IBS is Under Control:
A 5-ounce glass of wine can be safe! Look for low FODMAP and gluten-free options.

 🍓 Low FODMAP Mocktail Recipe to Try:
Berry Basil Cooler

  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries)

  • 1 cup water or low FODMAP herbal tea (like peppermint)

  • Fresh basil leaves

  • Ice

Instructions:

  1. Muddle berries and basil in a glass.

  2. Add ice and pour in water/tea.

  3. Stir and enjoy!

✨ Cheers to Your Health!
Enjoy the festivities while keeping your gut happy. You’ve got this!

Need a plan to get your gut healthy and on track? Connect with me BOOK DISCOVERY CALL to get started.

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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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