Comprehensive Nutrition Therapy for Co-Occurring Gastrointestinal & Eating Disorders: the EDGI Training Project

The EDGI Training Project: Comprehensive Nutrition Therapy for Gastrointestinal and Eating Disorders is a groundbreaking resource designed for registered dietitians to proficiently navigate the intersection of gastrointestinal (GI) health and eating disorders (EDs). This comprehensive handbook equips clinicians with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide expert medical nutrition therapy to clients with co-occurring GI and ED conditions from a weight-inclusive, trauma-informed approach. The guide lays the groundwork by offering in-depth insights into the psychological nuances of these overlapping chronic illnesses, and how digestion is impacted by EDs and GI disorders. Each chapter provides a thorough overview of the essential tools and complexities of assessment, treatment, and recovery. Readers will find a practical guide to treating the co-occurrences of EDs and GI disorders and navigating the challenges of nutrition interventions for these clients. From effective screening and referral strategies to detailed nutrition assessment and diagnosis protocols, healthcare providers will build the tools needed to develop tailored nutrition plans that address the unique needs of their clients. The EDGI Training Project provides clear guidelines to apply evidence-based interventions across a spectrum of conditions, including gastroparesis, irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, lactose intolerance, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, inflammatory bowel diseases and more.