Bloating & Food Sensitivity Nutrition Support

Bloating can feel uncomfortable, frustrating, and unpredictable—sometimes appearing even when you’re eating “healthy.” For many people, bloating isn’t caused by a single food, but by patterns related to digestion, food sensitivities, timing, or inflammation.

At Compass Nutrition, our dietitians help patients understand the root causes of bloating and food-related discomfort using a structured, evidence-based approach—without unnecessary restriction or fear around food.

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Why Bloating and Food Sensitivities Happen

Bloating can be influenced by many factors beyond a single ingredient. Nutrition support focuses on identifying patterns that affect digestion and tolerance rather than guessing or cutting out large food groups.

Common contributors we address include:

  • Meal timing and portion size

  • Fiber type and amount

  • Food combinations

  • Digestive motility

  • Under-fueling or irregular eating

  • Inflammatory responses to certain foods

  • Stress and gut–brain signaling

Understanding these factors helps reduce symptoms while maintaining balanced nutrition.

Common Symptoms We See

Patients often seek nutrition counseling for symptoms such as:

  • Abdominal bloating or distension

  • Feeling overly full after meals

  • Gas or pressure

  • Digestive discomfort without clear triggers

  • Symptoms that worsen later in the day

  • Food-related anxiety or fear of eating

  • Bloating that persists despite “clean eating”

Our goal is to reduce discomfort while helping you feel confident around food.

How Compass Nutrition Supports Bloating & Food Sensitivities

Our dietitian-led approach focuses on clarity and sustainability. Support may include:

  • A detailed review of eating patterns and symptoms

  • Identifying digestive patterns rather than isolated foods

  • Strategic adjustments to fiber and carbohydrate intake

  • Gentle, structured elimination and reintroduction when appropriate

  • Reducing unnecessary restriction

  • Supporting adequate intake and digestive comfort

We prioritize realistic strategies that fit into daily life.

When Food Sensitivity Testing May Be Helpful

For some patients with persistent bloating or digestive discomfort, targeted testing may offer additional insight. Mediator Release Testing (MRT) can help identify inflammatory responses to foods that are not detected through traditional allergy testing.

MRT is not required for everyone, but it may be considered when symptoms remain unclear despite thoughtful nutrition adjustments.

👉 Learn more about MRT testing and how it’s used as part of a guided nutrition plan.

What to Expect from a Bloating & Food Sensitivity Appointment

During your appointment, your dietitian will review symptoms, eating patterns, health history, and goals. Together, you’ll create a nutrition plan designed to support digestive comfort while maintaining variety and nourishment.

Appointments are available for patients in New York, with both in-person and virtual options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is bloating always caused by food sensitivities?

No. Bloating is often related to digestion, timing, or intake patterns rather than a true sensitivity to a specific food.

Do I need to eliminate foods to feel better?

Not necessarily. Many patients improve with targeted adjustments instead of long-term restriction.

Is MRT testing required?

No. Testing is optional and used when additional insight is helpful—not as a first step for everyone.

Are virtual appointments available?

Yes. We offer virtual nutrition counseling for patients throughout New York and for other states.

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