reclaim your gut health
Conditioned Food Avoidance & Sensitivity
Tired of feeling restricted by your IBS symptoms? Ready to break free from the cycle of discomfort and regain control of your life?
I’m launching a new online course in collaboration with dietitian Wendy Busse, which is designed to help you move past the overwhelm and into a space of clarity and control. This isn’t just another elimination diet – it’s a comprehensive, step-by-step programme to rebuild food tolerance and manage your gut-brain connection.
With expert guidance, practical tools, and a supportive community, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to heal your gut, nourish your body, and live a fulfilling life.
benefits
Transform Your Relationship with Food
What would it feel like to wake up without dreading your symptoms or second-guessing every bite of food? With the FAST Freedom Programme, you’ll have the tools and support you need to heal your gut and live your best life.
Expert Guidance
I’ll be available to answer your questions along the way in a private forum and if you need more help then you can book a one-on-one consultation at a discounted rate.
Supportive Community
Connect with a community of individuals on the same journey, sharing experiences and motivation.
Practical Strategies
Learn evidence-based strategies to manage your IBS, build a sustainable food plan, and develop self-compassion.
Better Gut Health
Experience a friendly and supportive approach to managing your IBS, focusing on making food enjoyable and manageable.
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The 8 Modules:
module 1:
Your Healing Journey
Welcome to Module 1! This module invites you to look at healing from a different perspective – one that’s focused on steady, intentional progress rather than quick fixes.
By the end of this module, you’ll have the tools to decide if the Rebuild Food Tolerance program is the right fit for your needs. And the best part? Module 1 is completely free to access.
Click through to start Module 1 right now. Take that first step toward clarity, confidence, and lasting relief – on us.
While Module 1 is free to access, you don’t get access to the forum with me unless you pay for the course.
module 2:
C-FAST Cycle Basics
In Module 2, we’ll explore the Conditioned Food Avoidance & Sensitivity Trap—or C-FAST—a cycle that can keep you stuck in fear and discomfort around food.
By the end of this module, you’ll recognise if you’re caught in this vicious cycle and begin to understand the steps you can take to break free.
While Module 2 is also free to access, enabling you to start exploring critical concepts and uncovering potential patterns holding you back, full course access, including the forum with me, requires payment.
module 3:
Get The Most Out Of This Course
Welcome to Module 3! This module is all about helping you get the most out of the Rebuild Food Tolerance program.
We’ll guide you through the course structure and timelines so you can see how each step fits together. Knowing what to expect will help you stay organised and focused.
You’ll also learn how weekly goal setting and reflection can keep you motivated and engaged. These practices will help you track your progress and celebrate every small win along the way.
This module is your key to making the most of your journey. Let’s get started and set the stage for your success!
module 4:
Self-Care & Compassion Strategies
Welcome to Module 4! In this module, we’ll focus on navigating your journey with self-compassion and an open mindset.
You’ll begin – or enhance – self-care practices that support your physical and emotional well-being, while also learning to recognise what thoughts and emotions might be holding you back.
We’ll also teach you how to notice when your nervous system shifts into reactive mode, and show you how to reduce the time you spend thinking about food and symptoms.
This shift will allow you to put your energy into meaningful actions that improve your quality of life, rather than staying stuck in the cycle of worry.
module 5:
Additional Strategies To Foster Body & Food Trust
Welcome to Module 5! This module is all about breaking free from the C-FAST cycle and rebuilding your relationship with food.
You’ll recognise how the C-FAST cycle has influenced your food sensitivities and symptoms. Understanding these patterns is the first step to breaking free.
We’ll also focus on fostering trust with your body and food, allowing you to soften your nervous system’s reactions to food and rebuild that sense of safety.
Join us in this transformative module where you’ll re-educate your nervous system and move toward a future of trust and balance with food.
module 6:
Create A Food Reintroduction Plan
Welcome to Module 6! This module is all about expanding your food tolerance zone and getting back to enjoying a wider variety of foods.
You’ll develop a safe and effective food reintroduction plan, helping you slowly and confidently expand what you can eat without triggering symptoms.
By the end of this module, you’ll be on your way to a tasty, nutritious diet that supports your health and helps you feel more at ease with food.
module 7:
Work Through Your Food Reintroduction Plan
Welcome to Module 7! In this module, you’ll approach your food reintroduction journey with confidence, calm, and an objective mindset.
We’ll help you recognise common struggles that can arise during food reintroduction and show you how to minimise them, so you stay on track.
By taking slow, steady steps, you’ll expand your diet in a way that feels manageable, pleasant, and sustainable for your long-term health.
module 8:
Bonus Resources
Welcome to Module 8! This special bonus module is packed with additional resources to help you on your healing journey.
You’ll gain access to resources on nutrition, food prep, and socialising, giving you practical tools to stay on track and enjoy life outside of just food and symptoms.
We’ll also dive into additional self-care tools to support your mental and emotional health, ensuring you’re well-equipped for every step of your journey.
With these bonus resources, you’ll have everything you need to continue thriving – nourishing your body, mind, and social life.
have questions?
The FAST Freedom Programme FAQs
This programme is designed for individuals with IBS or food sensitivities who want to expand their food tolerance, reduce anxiety around eating, and enjoy a more varied, nutritious diet. It’s especially helpful for those who feel stuck in restrictive eating patterns or overwhelmed by their symptoms.
Unlike elimination diets, which often focus on restriction, this programme focuses on rebuilding food trust and tolerance. It emphasises understanding the gut-brain connection, calming the nervous system, and creating sustainable habits for long-term success.
C-FAST stands for Conditioned Food Avoidance and Sensitivity Trap. It is a concept that describes the cycle where individuals develop heightened sensitivity to certain foods and begin avoiding them out of fear of triggering symptoms. Over time, this avoidance can condition the brain and nervous system to associate food with danger, perpetuating a cycle of increased food restrictions and ongoing symptoms. You can read more here
The Rebuild Food Tolerance program helps participants identify if they’re stuck in the C-FAST cycle, understand its impact, and apply evidence-based strategies to break free. By re-educating the nervous system and rebuilding trust with food, participants can move toward a more varied and nourishing diet without fear or discomfort.
The course includes 8 modules run alongside an online platform where you can connect with others who are doing the course and Joanna who is an IBS specialist dietitian and FAST Freedom provider. The online platform will focus on 1 module each week for 8 weeks. We recommend setting aside a small amount of time each day to reflect on your progress, fully absorb the material and apply the strategies.
The group programme is limited to 10 participants, ensuring a personalised and supportive experience. Plus, dietitians Joanna Baker and Wendy Busse will actively participate in the forum to provide additional guidance and support.
Yes! This programme is a great next step for those who’ve completed a low FODMAP diet or other elimination diets but still struggle with food fear, unexplained sensitivities, or a limited diet. It focuses on rebuilding food tolerance and overcoming conditioned food avoidance.
Yes! If you experience anxiety around food, this course can still be beneficial for you. However, we recommend consulting your GP to rule out any underlying medical conditions, such as coeliac disease, that may be causing your symptoms. You’re welcome to start the course while undergoing this process.
You’ll have access to a forum where you can ask questions and connect with an IBS specialist dietitian, as well as others taking the course. There’s also an option to book one-on-one sessions with Joanna, the course creator, for an additional cost.
Yes! Modules 1 and 2 are free to access. This gives you the opportunity to explore the programme, understand its approach, and decide if it’s the right fit for you before enrolling.
The course includes a step-by-step guide to creating a safe and successful food reintroduction plan. You’ll also learn how to identify and minimise common struggles during this process, so you can approach it with confidence and ease.
No special preparation is needed! Just bring an open mind, a willingness to take small steps, and a commitment to improving your relationship with food.
That’s okay! This course is designed to meet you where you are. You’ll learn how to take manageable, steady steps that align with your comfort level while still making progress toward a better quality of life.
Yes! The programme is built on evidence-based strategies, incorporating insights into the gut-brain connection, food sensitivity, and behaviour change to help you achieve lasting results.
You can ask questions in the programme’s forum and connect with the course community. If you need personalised guidance, you can book a one-on-one session with Joanna for an additional cost.
Modules 1 and 2 are free to access, allowing you to explore the programme before committing. To join the group program and gain access to Modules 3–8, as well as the online forum for 10 weeks, the cost is AUD $299.
Yes! If we receive positive feedback and there is enough demand, the programme will likely run four times per calendar year. Click here to register your interest for the next group in April/May 2025
The group programme begins on January XXX, 2025. The first week will focus on Modules 1 and 2.
Getting started is simple! Access Modules 1 and 2 for free to explore the program and see if it’s right for you. When you’re ready to continue, sign up to unlock the full programme. After signing up, you’ll receive an email with your login details for the platform within 48 hours. Let’s start rebuilding your food tolerance today!
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Week 1 - Low FODMAP Menu