You may have a food chemical intolerance and not IBS. This type of intolerance causes similar symptoms but the triggers are different. In this article, I will explain to you what a food chemical intolerance is and how you can diagnose it. The good news is that if you have a food intolerance, you will…
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Sugar and IBS
You will likely have heard the claims around sugar being a trigger for IBS. You may have tried a sugar free diet to help your IBS symptoms. The term ‘sugar’ refers to several different molecules. Not all ‘sugar’ will cause your IBS symptoms, only those which you are intolerant to. In this article, I am…
Oregano Oil and IBS
You may have read that oregano oil can help IBS. You will want to trial this claimed remedy as anything natural is a bonus right? In this article, I will cover what oregano oil is, if it helps IBS and whether you should be taking it or not. What Is Oregano Oil? It is likely…
IBS and Vitamin D – Is There a Link?
Both vitamin D deficiency and IBS are common conditions. Around 1 in 5 people have a vitamin D deficiency and 1 in 10 have IBS (1). So, it wouldn’t be surprising if you have both IBS and a vitamin D deficiency. You may be wondering is there a link between the 2 or is this…
The Modified FODMAP Diet
You have just finished the low FODMAP reintroduction phase and are now wondering what to do. It is time for the modified FODMAP diet! This personalised low FODMAP diet is the long-term element of this diet. This is when you eat relatively normal and exclude only your known triggers. In this article, I will explain…
Low FODMAP Christmas Stuffing Recipe
If you are on the low FODMAP diet then there is no need to miss out on your favourite festive food this year. I have been playing around in the kitchen to bring you this low FODMAP stuffing. Is Stuffing Low FODMAP? Stuffing is not normally low FODMAP. When made traditionally, stuffing contains a base…
How Does Stress Affect IBS?
Have you noticed that stress can affect your IBS? You may find that stress causes bloating, stomach pain and diarrhoea. But why is this and what can you do about it? The body’s response to stress is part of a natural survival mechanism known as the fight or flight response. This response is designed to…
What is the difference between IBS and IBD?
What is the difference between IBS and IBD? Do you know? You should do! Whilst these two conditions sound similar in name, they are very different. It is good to have an understanding of the difference to make sure your condition is managed safely. In this post I will outline the difference between IBS and…
Do Bananas Cause Constipation?
One of the most popular questions I get asked is ‘do bananas cause constipation?’ Your friends may have even told you to eat bananas to help with constipation. ‘It thickens up your poop.’ This is confusing information since bananas can also be high in FODMAPs. They can worsen IBS right? In this article I am…
Could My IBS Be Bile Acid Malabsorption
Bile Acid Malabsorption (BAM) is a condition which is often misdiagnosed as IBS. It is thought that at least 1 in 100 people have BAM – pretty common! (1). If you have IBS which is sensitive to fat then you may BAM. In this article I will explain what BAM is and the common symptoms….