Colonic irrigation is often marketed as way to improve the immune system and clear out toxins from the system. There is currently no scientific evidence to back up any of the claims made about colonic irrigation. Sign up to my FREE Webinar: how to control your IBS so you no longer have food anxiety. What…
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Can you drink alcohol on the low FODMAP diet?
Introduction Yes, you can drink alcohol on the low FODMAP diet. Most spirits, wine and beer are considered low FODMAP depending on their composition, quality and what you mix them with. In this article I am going to explain what alcoholic drinks (including mixers) you can have on the low FODMAP diet. I will also…
The Low FODMAP Diet
The low FODMAP diet is a 3 part process which reduces irritable bowel syndrome symptoms and identifies trigger foods. In this article I will explain what the diet entails, which foods are high in FODMAPs and how to follow the diet. Jump to; Low FODMAP Food List High FODMAP Food List The 3 stage process…
Low FODMAP Diet: Polenta Pizza Bites | THE IBS DIETITIAN
Ingredients (Serves 2) 500g ready made polenta 1 mozzarella ball 1 thin slice of ham (optional) 500g passata 1 tablespoon of garlic infused oil 1 tablespoon of oregano 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida Method 1.Preheat the oven to 220 ˚C Slice the polenta into 1 cm thins Spray the polenta with a little oil and bake…
What is Constipation and How Can You Treat It
It is likely that constipation will affect you at some point in your life. In fact, it is though to impact anywhere between 8 – 50 % of the UK’s population (1). Unfortunately, because publicly discussing your bowels is not really the norm, you may be left wondering ‘what is constipation’? And, if you suffer…
What are the Symptoms and Causes of IBS?
In this article I will explain what are the symptoms of IBS and also what are the causes of IBS. These are two confusing topics which you will need to understand in order to control your condition. If you have IBS you will be experiencing a range of digestive symptoms and these may differ from…
Losing Weight and IBS
Losing weight is hard. But, dealing with losing weight and IBS is even harder. You may find that ‘healthier’ meals make IBS symptoms worse and that high intensity exercise, designed to burn those calories, triggers symptoms. But, did you know that there may be additional changes in the body which make it harder to lose…
Low FODMAP Pesto
As much as you may love pesto, it is not suitable on the low FODMAP diet. In this post I will share a recipe that is easy to whip up and suitable for your new IBS diet. Where Does Pesto Come From? Pesto was first used in the 16th century and comes from Italy. Traditionally,…
Can You Take Herbal Supplements For SIBO?
Have you seen the claims that you can take herbal supplements for SlBO? If you are reading this then you are likely suffering with the symptoms of SIBO (small bowel bacterial overgrowth) and wondering what is the best way to get rid of it. You will also know that antibiotics is currently the most commonly…
Erika’s Story – SIBO
SIBO is becoming more of a common issue and often masks itself as IBS. In this post, I am going to share my client’s story on how we helped solve her SIBO. Please note, I would never normally share information like this but she has kindly agreed. Stage 1 – Client History Before starting the…