It is estimated that IBS affects somewhere between 9% and 23% of the world’s population. It’s hard to be any more precise as many people just suffer…

Three in four people who have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may benefit from a low FODMAP diet. But what are FODMAPs and how can you explain them to…

Gluten-free food is in every supermarket and sandwich bar, but why are so many people avoiding gluten?Research suggests that around 1% of the populat…

What are theyHerbs are... usually leaves and stems and more of a ‘seasoning’.Spices are... usually derived from bark and are more of a key ingredient…

Firstly I would like to talk a little about irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a common condition defined as the presence of symptoms including…

Contrary to popular belief, you are not just what you eat, but what you can digest and absorb. Furthermore, the gut has more immune cells than the re…

If you suffer with the pain of reflux you have probably considered using stomach acid blocking medication to prevent your symptoms. Stopping your sto…

If you suffer from gastrointestinal distress you will be pleased to hear that there are some simple dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to giv…

Not many people understand the power that we hold in our bowel. Most have heard of ‘friendly bacteria’ via advertisements on the television. Unfortun…

Are there some foods like bread and pasta that you just can't give up, even though eating them doesn't make you feel great? Symptoms can often be dig…

IB syndrome vs IB diseaseA syndrome may produce multiple symptoms with no definite cause, whereas a disease has a very clear reason for its existance…

Registered dietitian, Diana Anderson Bsc. (Hons) tells us her experience of one week’on the Low FODMAP diet As my professional interest is in the di…