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Do Prebiotics Help IBS Symptoms?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert Leave a Comment

prebiotics and IBS

Are prebiotic supplements good for IBS symptoms? You are probably aware that gut bacteria has a role in your IBS. So anything that affects your gut bacteria could also benefit your IBS right? In this post, I look at a new study published which found that prebiotics are not useful for those with any functional…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: microbiome

Does Aloe Vera Juice Help IBS?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert 8 Comments

aloe vera juice

You will have seen aloe vera being advertised as an IBS remedy. It soothes the skin, so taking a supplement for your gut makes sense right? But does aloe vera juice help IBS or is this just another fad which is going to be a waste of your time and money? In this article, I…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: fad supplements

Is CBD Oil Beneficial For IBS Symptoms?

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CBD oil IBS treatment

Cannabidiol aka CBD oil, is a popular natural remedy for many health problems. But does CBD oil help IBS symptoms? In this article, I am going to explain the background behind the CBD oil claims. I will also advise you on whether you should be taking this supplement for your IBS. What Is CBD Oil?…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: fad supplements

IBS digestive enzyme guide – six options that work

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert 2 Comments

IBS digestive enzymes

This IBS Digestive Enzyme Guide will discuss what digestive enzymes and how someone with IBS can use them. We will also explain how you can improve your digestion with IBS and whether digestive enzyme deficiency causes IBS. WHAT ARE DIGESTIVE ENZYMES? Digestive enzymes are proteins that break down your food so that you can digest…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: supplements for bloating, supplements for diarrhoea

Does Activated Charcoal Help IBS Symptoms?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert Leave a Comment

Activated charcoal

Activated charcoal has many claims behind it, including its ability to ‘detoxify’ your gut and help with excess wind and bloating. This article will look at the science behind these claims to provide you with unbiased dietitian advice on whether you should be taking the supplement. What is Activated Charcoal? Activated charcoal comes from charcoal…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: fad supplements, supplements for bloating

Does Apple Cider Vinegar Help With IBS and Digestive Health?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert 14 Comments

apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a growing health trend, but does it help with IBS and digestive health? In this article, I take look at the science behind the claim that ACV is good for digestive health and whether you should be taking it as part of your daily diet. What Is Apple Cider Vinegar?…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: fad supplements

Will Kefir Help IBS?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert 10 Comments

Kefir is rapidly becoming the new latest craze. With claims of prevention against various different conditions, does this fermented drink bring new hope for Irritable Bowel Syndrome sufferers? What is Kefir? Kefir is a fermented milk drink which originates from the Caucasus Mountains near the Black Sea and has been used for hundreds of years (2). Kefir…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: fermented foods

Is Saw Palmetto Helpful For Hair Loss in PCOS?

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert 2 Comments

pills

I recently got asked the question: should I be taking Saw Palmetto to help prevent hair loss from my PCOS? So I thought I would share my explanation with you all here. Saw Palmetto is a small palm tree which is native to the US and the extract is said to be high in phytosterols. There…

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Vitamin B12 Deficiency

by Kirsten Jackson Consultant Dietitian BSc Hons, RD, PG Cert Leave a Comment

Vitamin B12 deficiency is caused by inadequate dietary intake or malabsorption of vitamin B12 (1). This post will discuss the role of vitamin B12, your daily needs, sources of vitamin B12, and the cause and symptoms of deficiency.  WHY DO I NEED VITAMIN B12? Vitamin B12 has many roles in your body. It has the…

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Filed Under: Supplements Tagged With: vitamin deficiency

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