IBS and Overactive Bladder (OAB) Connection With Callie Krajcir, the Bladder Dietitian

Always running to the bathroom? Today we're talking about the symptoms and impacts of Overactive Bladder (OAB), and link to IBS and digestive issues. This episode will empower you to take control with diet/lifestyle strategies and seek expert support, rather than simply living with it!

In this episode, we cover:
✅ What overactive bladder (OAB) is & common symptoms
✅ The gut-bladder connection & why OAB and IBS often go hand in hand
✅ OAB and IBS friendly foods, lifestyle strategies + supplements
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⏳ *TIMESTAMPS:*
00:00 The Hydration Myth: Does Drinking Less Reduce Urination?
01:08 What is Overactive Bladder (OAB)? Signs & Symptoms Explained
02:01 Meet the Bladder Dietitian: Expertise in OAB & Interstitial Cystitis (IC)
06:16 Urinary Urgency & Frequency: When is it a Problem?
07:50 Root Causes of OAB: Pelvic Floor Dysfunction & Beyond
09:05 Nervous System Dysregulation & Bladder Symptoms
13:50 Gut-Bladder Connection: IBS, Stress & Urinary Issues
19:49 Medical Treatments for OAB: What Are Your Options?
23:47 Hydration & Bladder Health: Why It’s the First Step
27:28 Bladder Habits to Avoid (Just-in-Case Peeing, Hovering & More)
30:32 Bladder Irritants: Caffeine, Alcohol & Trigger Foods
36:02 Constipation, IBS & Bladder Pressure: The Missing Link
37:06 How to Improve Bladder Control: Key Takeaways & Next Steps
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👤 *GUEST SPOTLIGHT: CALLIE KRAJCIR, MS, RD*

Callie Krajcir, MS, RD, The Bladder Dietitian® a Registered Dietitian and leading expert in bladder health. Living with interstitial cystitis (IC) her entire life and OAB during her college years has fueled her passion for helping others with IC, OAB and related conditions. Callie is the founder of Callie K Nutrition, the IC You Podcast, and social media platforms that have empowered hundreds to find relief from bladder pain, urgency, and frequency through practical diet and lifestyle changes. She also serves as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for the Interstitial Cystitis Association, advocating for awareness and better care for those living with IC.
📌 Web: www.callieknutrition.com
📌 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callieknutrition/
📌 IC You Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ic-you/id1604016381
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*RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED:*
📌 When the Body Says No by Gabor Mate: https://amzn.to/4mnhuof
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