Built by Someone Who Gets It.
GutWise Health was created by a Registered Dietitian who lives with IBS every day — because the best tools come from people who actually need them.
Meet Akhila Nair
Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist · IBS Patient · Low FODMAP Specialist
I know what it's like to sit at a restaurant scanning the menu with dread, wondering which dish will send me home early. I know the exhaustion of explaining to friends that "it's not just a stomach ache." I've lived with Irritable Bowel Syndrome for years — and it changed the trajectory of my career.
As a practicing nutritionist and dietitian, I specialized in low FODMAP dietary management not just because the science fascinated me, but because I needed the answers myself. I saw firsthand how confusing and isolating the FODMAP journey can be — even for a trained clinician. If it was hard for me, I knew it was nearly impossible for someone without a nutrition background.
That realization became GutWise Health: a tool built from clinical knowledge and lived experience, designed to give every IBS sufferer access to the same evidence-based guidance that changed my own relationship with food.
Registered Dietitian
Qualified nutritionist & dietitian with clinical training in therapeutic diets
FODMAP Specialist
Specialized training in NHS-endorsed low FODMAP dietary protocols
2+ Years Clinical
Hands-on clinical experience in IBS dietary management and gut health
IBS Patient
First-hand experience living with and managing IBS symptoms daily
Our Mission
GutWise Health exists to close the gap between clinical FODMAP science and the everyday reality of living with IBS. We believe that evidence-based dietary guidance shouldn't require a dietitian appointment every time you want to eat out, try a new recipe, or understand your symptoms.
Evidence-Based
Every recommendation is grounded in NHS-endorsed FODMAP guidelines and peer-reviewed clinical data
Patient-First
Built by someone who lives with IBS, designed around real patient needs — not theoretical ones
Clinically Rigorous
Our methodology follows the same clinical protocols used in gastroenterology practices worldwide
Why You Can Trust GutWise
Health content requires the highest standard of accuracy and transparency. Here's how we earn your trust.
Clinician-Built
Created by a practicing Registered Dietitian — not a tech startup
NHS-Aligned Data
All FODMAP data aligned with NHS dietary guidelines and peer-reviewed clinical research
Fact-Checked Content
Every blog post verified against peer-reviewed research and primary clinical sources
Lived Experience
Founded by an IBS sufferer who understands the daily reality of gut health management
Our Clinical Approach
GutWise Health is built on the three-phase low FODMAP protocol endorsed by the NHS — the gold standard in dietary management of IBS. Our platform guides patients through elimination, reintroduction, and personalization with clinical precision.
Clinically Validated Assessment
Our gut health assessment uses scoring systems aligned with Rome IV diagnostic criteria and validated symptom severity scales.
Clinically Verified Food Database
Every food rating in our Safe Plate database is verified against NHS dietary guidelines and peer-reviewed FODMAP research — not crowdsourced information.
Smart Reintroduction Engine
Our reintroduction protocol follows the 3-day challenge methodology with proper washout periods, ensuring accurate identification of individual tolerances.
Get in Touch
Have questions about GutWise Health, our methodology, or partnership opportunities? We'd love to hear from you.
contact@gutwisehealth.comMedical Disclaimer: GutWise Health provides evidence-based dietary guidance for IBS management. Content on this site is created and reviewed by qualified nutrition professionals. This information is intended for educational purposes and should not replace individualized medical advice from your healthcare provider. Always consult your doctor or dietitian before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you have been diagnosed with IBS or other gastrointestinal conditions.