The Low Fodmap Diet IBS affects the quality of life of those who suffer from this chronic condition. A research study carried out in The Netherlands came to the conclusion that our quality of life is only 62% of that of a non-sufferer. So the impact is enormous. Of course, the degree to which our lives are restricted depends […] Life with Irritable Bowel Syndrome ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet Sushi is considered a healthy food because it is generally low in fat but it is an unbalanced food which is also low in protein and vegetables. The largest component is rice. For an occasional meal that is fine but before we decide to add this to our list of foods we can consume, we […] Is Sushi Low Fodmap ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet Short chain carbohydrates or, as we know them, FODMAPs, are mal-absorbed in the digestive system of those with IBS. The low Fodmap diet will help rectify that. But, even after implementing the low Fodmap diet, we could still have symptoms and that’s because there are other gut irritants that can affect the gut. Let’s have […] Other IBS Gut Irritants besides Fodmaps ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet The low Fodmap diet is so much more than just the list of good and bad foods that your health practitioner hands you – if they mention the diet at all! It is a complex and confusing diet that, when done accurately, is miraculous. Therefore, don’t give up on it just because you are not […] Why is “stacking” such a problem in the low Fodmap diet ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet Up until recently, your digestive life has been pretty decent with very few moments of concern. Then, almost from one day to the next, everything changes. You are bloated and your bowel movements are all over the place – diarrhea or constipation or perhaps even both. Lots more passing of wind and sometimes cramping in […] Why do I now have IBS ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet Sleep is essential for good health and lack of good quality sleep is a serious problem which afflicts millions. It is essential for us to get more or less eight hours of good quality sleep in a routine. Our bodies love routines for the basics of life like eating, sleeping and toileting. Research shows that […] Sleep and IBS ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet Probiotics are live bacteria that are helpful as opposed to bacteria that cause disease. Much research is being done into how they can be used in a way that benefits the human gut, but so far there is nothing conclusive in how they work or whether we should be taking them for certain conditions like […] Will probiotics reduce your IBS symptoms ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet IBS with constipation is thought to be less problematic than IBS with diarrhea. In some ways, this may be the case. With constipation, we (yes, I am in this group) seldom have an emergency dash to the toilet or accidents in public. However, while IBS with diarrhea can be rapidly solved with an accurate low […] 9 Steps to Solve IBS with Constipation ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet Baking has become the new pastime during lockdown as can be evidenced by the lack of flour on the supermarket shelves. That includes me. I have made Anzac biscuits, ginger crunch and several batches of peanut butter, chocolate chip cookies because they are so delicious and satisfying. Use dark chocolate and a plain peanut butter […] Low Fodmap Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Cookies ..read more

The Low Fodmap Diet The silent, invisible threat of a virus is like no other. Or perhaps it’s actually a little like IBS – no visible signs to anyone else, and silent because this is a secretive affliction. So, maybe we should understand it better than others – that a threat can be silent and invisible and still be […] How the Covid-19 Lockdown has Affected my IBS ..read more