Is protein powder safe for people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

IBS and other gastrointestinal issues can affect everyone differently, and must be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Someone with IBS might experience distress with a certain food item that another may find tolerable. Trial and error is usually needed to find out exactly what you can and can't have in your diet.

However, there are some common triggers. Many people with IBS have difficulty digesting whey or lactose, which may be in your blend. If you personally know you can't tolerate these things, then they should be avoided. In that case, we can switch you over to an 100% plant-based, organic vegan protein powder. If you can consume dairy products though, then you will most likely be okay with whey.

Since IBS is a matter of individual tolerance, there really is no way for Gainful to guarantee that you will not have any issues with consuming your protein powder (or any supplement or food item, for that matter). However, what we can do is work with you to find a blend that you can consume – and we're always happy to do so. Feel free to reach out to your Registered Dietitian by logging into Gainful.com and navigating to the "RD Hub" tab.