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Digestive Health

Does Glutenase Work For Coeliacs?

October 25, 2018 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

glutenase

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,…

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Filed Under: coeliac disease Tagged With: digestive enzymes, Digestive Health, gluten, glutenase, gut health

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

June 12, 2018 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian 1 Comment

Eosinophilic Oesophagitis

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…

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Filed Under: Allergies Tagged With: Dietitian, Digestive Health, dysphagia, EoE, Eosinophilic esophagitis, food allergy, gut health, manchester

5 Ways To Help Your Digestive Health During Ramadan

May 31, 2018 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

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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…

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Bloating, Digestive Health, fasting, muslim, ramadan

The 12 Days Of Christmas IBS

December 19, 2017 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

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…

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Filed Under: Christmas Tagged With: Bloating, Digestive Health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Is Coffee Good For The Digestive System?

November 14, 2017 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian 2 Comments

coffee affect the digestive system

I get asked about coffee in every one of my specialist digestive health clinics. Whilst I am able to give my individual clients the individual advice that they need, it is impossible to give one over all recommendation, so I thought I would write this post to explain. Introduction Despite being famous for our love…

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Filed Under: Irritable Bowel Syndrome Tagged With: coffee, Digestive Health, gut health

Leaky Gut Syndrome – Real or Not?

September 27, 2017 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

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…

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Filed Under: Myth Busting Tagged With: Digestive Health, leaky gut syndrome, myths

What Is A Probiotic?

May 28, 2017 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

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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…

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Filed Under: Microbiome Tagged With: Digestive Health, gut health, probiotics

Low FODMAP easy swops

January 17, 2017 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian 6 Comments

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Following the low FODMAP diet really needn’t be as complicated as people make it. Often my clients will look to do brand new, complicated recipes or cut out certain meals/snacks altogether. However, there are so many suitable alternatives you can have that with a few tweaks, you can stick to a pretty similar diet and make…

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Filed Under: Digestive Health, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Low FODMAP Tagged With: Dietitian, Digestive Health, IBS, Low FODMAP, manchester

A low FODMAP Christmas Party

December 6, 2016 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

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…

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Filed Under: Christmas, Low FODMAP, Recipes Tagged With: Christmas, Dietitian, Digestive Health, IBS, Low FODMAP, low FODMAP recipes, manchester, Registered UK Dietitian

Low FODMAP Hummus With Smoked Paprika

December 3, 2016 by Kirsten Jackson Specialist Dietitian Leave a Comment

low FODMAP hummus

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,…

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Filed Under: Low FODMAP, Recipes, Vegan Tagged With: Christmas Party Ideas, chrons, Dietitian, Digestive Health, healthy snacking, high fibre, high protein, Home made, Hummus, IBS, Low FODMAP, Nibbles, pulses, registered dietitian, Registered UK Dietitian, Vegan

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