Introduction Glutenase is an enzyme which breaks down gluten. But is it safe for people with Coeliac Disease? For most people who have coeliac disease, the idea of eating a normal diet is amazing, so lets explore the science and see if taking this enzyme will help. What Does The Science Say? Up until recently,…
Digestive Health
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Introduction Eosinophilic Oesophagitis (EoE) is a rare allergic condition which can affect both adults and children. EoE is triggered by having an allergic response to certain foods. When you consume the food, inflammation occurs in your oesophagus, leading to symptoms. What Are The Symptoms of Eosinophilic Oesophagitis? In adults, dysphagia (inability to swallow) and food getting…
5 Ways To Help Your Digestive Health During Ramadan
Ramadan is a period of fasting that is observed by muslims all over the world. Whilst this fasting period is an extremely important period in the Muslim faith, we know from science that irregular meals can cause digestive symptoms to flare up. This article outlines 5 ways in which you can help your digestive health this…
The 12 Days Of Christmas IBS
On the first day of Christmas my IBS gave to me – Bloating all day This IBS flare up was caused by all the stress of the Christmas period. Try to take at least 20 minutes out each day to relax with a good book or go for a walk. Click here for some more…
Leaky Gut Syndrome – Real or Not?
Leaky gut syndrome is becoming an ever more popular diagnosis by many alternative health practitioners. But, what is leaky gut syndrome, is it a real condition and what should you do about it? As a specialist gut health dietitian, I get asked about leaky gut syndrome all the time. So, I have written this article…
What Is A Probiotic?
Probiotics are becoming increasingly popular with various different health claims around them. But, what is a probiotic? Introduction Probiotics are described by the World Health Organisation as “Live microorganisms that when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit to the host” (1). Probiotics can be either live bacteria or yeast which are usually added to…
A low FODMAP Christmas Party
The low FODMAP diet can be difficult to follow at the best of times, never mind during the Christmas period. The idea of throwing a party is likely something that FODMAPers would not have attempted before as low FODMAP Christmas food is hard to come by. However, with these treats and ideas you can soon put…
Low FODMAP Hummus With Smoked Paprika
Wish there was such thing as low FODMAP hummus? Chickpeas are high in oligosaccharides, however the process of canning them reduces this level enabling low FODMAPers to have them in small amounts. Monash currently advise a maximum of 1/2 as a portion. So what better way than to celebrate this news with some hummus? Well,…
Low FODMAP Veggie Soup
Soup is one of the foods you will probably miss when on the low FODMAP diet. Which is a real shame seeing as it is high in fibre and vitamins. Plus, such a great lunch for the winter. I actually created this for a client who since going on the low FODMAP diet has become…
Healthy Hearty Tomato Soup
[recipe title= servings=”4″ time=”33 mins” difficulty=”medium”] Tomato soup is one of my all time favourites and did you know that cooking tomatoes actually increases the amount of a phytochemical known as lycopene? This helps the tomatoes to have a more antioxidant affect on your body so win-win for a beautiful tomato soup on a winter’s day!…