IBS in children: signs, causes & how to support your child’s digestion
Part 1 – IBS in Children IBS in children can be difficult to manage because you’re often trying to interpret symptoms on their behalf. Unlike adults, children may not always have the language to describe how they feel, which makes spotting patterns and getting a...
IBS in young men: how to manage smelly gas, pain, and social anxiety
Living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be challenging, especially if you’re a young man who wants to take part in weekends away, sports, and other social activities. Smelly gas, stomach pain, and worry about flare-ups can feel embarrassing, but there are...
Could sugar intolerance be causing your IBS symptoms?
If you’ve tried the low FODMAP diet but still have symptoms like bloating, diarrhoea, or cramps, it’s worth looking at sugar digestion. The low FODMAP diet doesn’t eliminate sucrose (table sugar), but for a small number of people, that might be part of their digestive...
How to spot AI generated nutrition blogs
How can you tell if artificial intelligence (AI) wrote something you read online? Well unfortunately since the AI models are so good nowadays, sometimes you won’t be able to! It can be amazingly realistic. And as a writer using apps like Chat GPT can save me...
Low FODMAP Vegetables for IBS relief
Confused about which vegetables are low FODMAP? Dealing with IBS can throw some serious curveballs into your meal planning, right? But don’t worry, you can still include lots of veg in your meals. I’m here to dish out some tasty tips on navigating the low...
IBS and Coeliac Disease: A guide to understanding & diagnosis
Are you confused about IBS and coeliac disease? Maybe you feel better without gluten in your diet, but you’re not sure whether you’ve been tested for coeliac disease or not. The cross over between IBS and coeliac disease Coeliac disease is an autoimmune...
The impact of IBS on daily life
The struggles of IBS: A new survey reveals the profound impact on daily life. I ran a survey with my audience about the impact of IBS, and the way Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects your day-to-day lives is really clear. I already knew from my work with clients...
Taking amitriptyline for IBS
Have you been offered a low dose of amitriptyline for IBS? It’s an antidepressant that’s sometimes offered to patients who experience significant abdominal pain related to digestion. If you’re unsure about taking medication for your IBS, you’re...
