Alcohol is beneficial for relaxation, and we know stress plays a major part in our IBS symptoms. However, alcohol is also a gut irritant and could worsen symptoms. I do feel there is a happy medium though, and I explain the ins and outs of alcohol consumption on the low Fodmap diet in this video. […]
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Which Flours are Low Fodmap?
The low Fodmap diet for irritable bowel syndrome is complex, and one of the confusions can be around gluten-free versus low Fodmap. In particular, which flours are safe for us? Can we have any gluten-free flour or are some of them high Fodmap? In this video, I clear up this question. Transcription for Low […]
The Causes of Itching
Itchy skin can drive us crazy and we would do anything to get to the bottom of the cause. It’s very easy to get fixated on what you think may be the cause and to not look more widely for the real culprit. In this video, I discuss two different kinds of itching and the […]
Fodmap Malabsorption versus Intolerance
Some confusion exists around the terms malabsorption, intolerance and allergy. They are quite different and in particular, we should never confuse Fodmap intolerance with Fodmap malabsorption. One is very serious while the other is much less so. In this video, I explain the difference between the three terms. Transcription of Fodmap Malabsorption versus Intolerance Today […]
Getting the Garlic and Onion Flavour and How to Test for Them
The low Fodmap diet for irritable bowel syndrome can seem a little boring once you have removed garlic and onion for the elimination stage of the diet, but it doesn’t have to be like that. Other ways to include their flavour exist. Watch my video to find out about them and also to learn how […]
Why it’s not possible to walk for longer than 15 minutes
The low Fodmap diet for irritable bowel syndrome is complex. You have to shift your way of thinking and let go of your past beliefs about your food triggers. This is difficult and you will meet with resistance from yourself because your brain has a comfort zone that it prefers to stay inside. So, then […]
