One of the cool things about a low FODMAP diet is that it’s not a game of perfect. Although FODMAPs can cause nasty symptoms, they don’t cause damage and they are not dangerous. In fact, many FODMAPs are actually beneficial for your gut microbiome! This all means that managing IBS is really about first identifying […]
Year: 2022
10 Tips for Eating out on a Low FODMAP Diet
Good morning to everyone, except those who can eat out without the fear of inflicting all hell in your gut for the next 24 hours! Living with IBS is so much more than the odd belly ache or run to the toilet. IBS impacts all areas of your life. Including leaving you with an impending […]
What is the difference between IBD and IBS?
If you’re not sure about the different between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), you’re not alone. Both are chronic conditions and both affect the gastrointestinal tract (GI). They even sound similar. However, they are two quite distinct conditions that have different treatment pathways. To get best symptom relief and the best […]
IBS vs Coeliac Disease
Symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and symptoms of coeliac disease can be identical and the two are often be confused. However, that’s where the simillarities end. They are both very different conditions with very different treatment and very different risks. So knowing which one you are dealing with is the best way to a) […]
Understanding Fructose Malabsorption
Approximately 30% of people are affected by fructose malabsorption. For some, they don’t notice any symptoms at all. While for others, it comes with gas, bloating, pain and changes in bowel motions. Fructose malabsorption is not dangerous, but it can be quite debilitating. The good news is, that it can be well managed. At Everyday […]
What are FODMAPs – an Overview
The low FODMAP diet has been scientifically proven to help up to 80% of people find relief from symptoms of gas, bloating, abdominal pain and altered bowels. At this time, it is the most well researched and most effective approach for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). But what is a low FODMAP diet and how do […]
What to Expect from your Dietitian Appointment
If you’re feeling a little anxious about having an appointment with a dietitian, that’s totally normal! Any appointment with a new specialist brings with it a host of questions: Will they listen to my concerns? Will they have answers for me? Will they judge my food choices? Will they say I can’t eat my favourite […]
What you need to know about Gut Health & Probiotics
*This article is sponsored by BC30TM through Maverick Mindshare. Did you know that you have about 1kg of bacteria living inside your intestines! What’s more, there are more different kinds of bacteria than there are stars in the Milky Way. These bacteria are known collectively as your “gut microbiome”. We are still learning a […]