Why undereating can raise cholesterol

Why undereating can raise cholesterol

If you’re eating very little and have been told your cholesterol is high, it’s probably not because you’re eating lots of fatty food. Most people with IBS or SIBO are very careful about high fat foods as these can trigger bloating, gas or diarrhoea. So if not lots of...
Bloating in menopause: changing digestion & hormones

Bloating in menopause: changing digestion & hormones

Part 3 – Bloating in Menopause If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and dealing with IBS, you may feel like your body is working against you. Often during this time of life gut your feels unpredictable, your energy is already low, and even eating a normal...
Could sugar intolerance be causing your IBS symptoms?

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 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

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

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 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

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...