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…
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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….
Can Hypothyroidism Cause IBS?
You may be wondering if your hypothyroidism is causing your IBS. It is only natural to feel there may be a link. Many of the symptoms of having an under active thyroid are similar to IBS. You may notice that your IBS symptoms improve as your thyroid levels are treated. In this post I am…
Is IBS Worse in Menopause?
Have you noticed that your IBS is worse during menopause? You may be wondering how does menopause affect IBS? Menopause causes many unpleasant symptoms as your body goes through a period of hormonal changes. One of these symptoms is the worsening of your digestion. In this article I will explain why and how menopause affects…
Dietary Supplements Which Help IBS
There are so many supplements marketed for IBS. It can be hard to know what to trust and what to avoid. In this article I am going to go over the supplements I advise clients to use for their IBS. These supplements have all been proven by science to work! How To Take Supplements Although…
What Causes Nausea in IBS
In this article I will looking at what causes nausea in IBS and what you can do about it. You may be experiencing the feeling as though you may vomit. This feeling is known as nausea and it is not pleasant. How Does IBS Cause Nausea? Whilst you may experience nausea, it is important to…
Enterosgel
Many clients ask me if Enterosgel is good for irritable bowel syndrome. There are so many supplements out there claimed to help with IBS. It can be hard to figure out what is what. You will likely also be fed up of having to try yet another supplement. So, in this post, I will look…
Suffering from IBS Symptoms Immediately After Eating
Do you immediately get symptoms after eating? Frustrating isn’t it?! When you have IBS, having diarrhoea or stomach cramping after eating can be a regular occurrence. In this article I am going to cover what causes this immediate reaction to food and what you can about it. IBS and Gut Motility If you have IBS…
What to Expect When You Have a Colonoscopy
Having a colonoscopy can be a really daunting experience. You know that your GI doctor has recommended this test for good reason. But that does not stop you from freaking out about it! In this article, I will be sharing my own experience having had a colonoscopy. It is not designed to provide medical advice….
Common Causes of Constipation
If you are suffering from constipation, you will feel fatigued, bloated and uncomfortable. But what causes your constipation? There are many causes of constipation and if you can find what causes your constipation then it is much easier to solve. In this article, I am going to go through several causes of constipation. Have a…