A beginner’s guide to the low FODMAP diet
Has your doctor has told you to try the low FODMAP diet for your IBS symptoms? But you’re confused about what to actually eat? Take a look at my guide to FODMAPs. What is the low FODMAP diet? The low FODMAP diet is a specially created diet for people with IBS....
When the low FODMAP diet doesn’t work
Have you tried the FODMAP diet but it didn’t work? Many of my clients come to me saying they’ve already tried several diets for IBS including dairy free, gluten free and the low FODMAP diet. This is so frustrating, because it’s a well researched diet for IBS....
Are fermented foods good for IBS?
You’ve probably heard someone recommend fermented foods are a good idea for improving gut health, but are fermented foods good for IBS? What are fermented foods? Fermented foods include foods like: yoghurt (fermented milk) kefir (fermented milk) sauerkraut...
The Real Causes of IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
If you’re searching for the causes of IBS symptoms, you’ve probably Googled a few hundred pages! This blog post suggests five key reasons for someone developing IBS. What is IBS? Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the gut-brain connection....
Running with IBS – helpful hacks for better exercise
If you have tried running with IBS you may find strenuous exercise can give you diarrhoea, cramps or stomach pains. For those who run long distances you may get caught short with no toilet near you. How does exercise affect IBS? If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome...
How to calm an IBS flare up
It can be so frustrating to be stopped in your tracks by an IBS flare up. Perhaps your belly has swelled up so you look pregnant, or you’re rushing to the loo every 10 minutes so can’t leave the house. These are all things my clients struggle with. Read on...
How Many Times Should I Chew My Food?
Have you ever noticed how many times you chew your food? It might be something you think about much, but when I’m working with my clients it’s something I ask people to think about. I’ve got four reasons why you should probably be chewing more than...
Best Herb Teas for Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Have you tried drinking herb teas for IBS? Soothing drinks which benefit your digestion can help you during an IBS flare up, or to keep bloating at bay. I often recommend them to my clients. The benefits of herb tea Admittedly some people say they taste like drinking...
