Do I have IBS? Testing and diagnosis
Unsure if you’ve got IBS? You’re not alone, many of my clients are confused about their digestive symptoms and are looking for IBS testing. I’m an IBS nutritionist and I’ve written this overview of the symptoms, testing and treatment for IBS to...
Developing Healthy Eating Habits for IBS
Do you feel like the perfect IBS diet is just out of your reach? But it’s out there somewhere, if only you knew where to look? Sometimes we need to change our eating habits to improve IBS symptoms or digestive issues. You may wish for a quick fix like a pill or...
What is intermittent fasting?
You’ve probably heard of people fasting, but do you know why or how it benefits your health? Here’s a quick run down so you’re in the know. What is Intermittent Fasting? Our human bodies have evolved to go through period of less food, and period of...
Do you have social jet lag?
Are you struggling to keep awake this morning after a lovely bank holiday weekend? Did you have to drag yourself out of bed for work after a fun weekend? Maybe you have social jet lag. Changing our patterns of sleep and eating can cause weight gain, increased insulin...
Fibromyalgia & gut health
Recent research has uncovered interesting findings linking gut health and fibromyalgia. What is fibromyalgia? This common but poorly understood condition is a collection of symptoms. You might have a burning or sensitive painful feeling in various locations around the...
The benefit of berries – antioxidants & gut health
The benefits of berries There are lots of benefits to eating berries, but eating them can be messy. You know how blackberries stain your fingers (and clothes!)? The pigment in the berries which stains us, is from something called anthocyanins. These give dark coloured...
Chronobiology – WHEN you eat, sleep & exercise
What if when you eat, sleep and exercise is as important as what you eat, how long you sleep and what kind of exercise you do? Chronobiology is the study of the way our body responds to the cycles of the sun and moon, it’s a fascinating new area of research....
Sedentary lifestyle negates your exercise class
We are told about the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle all the time, and moving your body regularly through the day is really important. Perhaps you’re sitting down most of the day, but addressing your sedentary job with a mega workout once in the day. Did you...
