Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition characterised by symptoms including abdominal bloating and pain, gas and diarrhoea. Poor absorption of carbohydrates known as 'FODMAPs' (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols) is a leading cause of IBS symptoms ...
Your Guide To Fermented Food And FODMAPs
Fermented food is a hot topic, with fermented products such as kombucha and kimchi emerging on the trendiest of cafe menus. The benefits offered by fermented foods are reported as anything from improving your gut health to treating major chronic disease. So, with an increasing focus on gut health ...
The 4 IBS Sub-Types
Nearly all of us have been affected by or know someone affected by a gut problem, and ‘Irritable Bowel Syndrome’ (IBS) is common among these. IBS is the name given to a complex condition that is typically characterised by abdominal pain, bloating and altered bowel habits (constipation/diarrhoea). ...
A Guide To A Low-FODMAP Stir-Fry
The stir-fry is a simple weeknight dinner staple and super easy to make low FODMAP! Who doesn't love a low FODMAPs stir-fry? For many of us, the stir-fry is that easy throw together meal that's healthy and satisfying. Being low FODMAP doesn't mean this has to change. The stir-fry is super easy to ...
Balancing FODMAPs and Fibre
Fibre is a very important part of a healthy diet but many high fibre foods are also high in FODMAPs. So how can you get enough fibre on a low FODMAP diet? Here's everything you need to know about the importance of dietary fibre and the best high fibre low FODMAP foods you can eat. What is ...
7 Low FODMAP Breakfast Ideas
Breakfast sets you up for the day ahead, refuels your energy, gives your brain a boost, helps to control your appetite and prevents you reaching for those less desirable foods later in the day. Being low FODMAP doesn't mean you should miss out on all the breakfast fun. There are so many great low ...
A closer look at the fermentable sugars
Fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols - it's a mouthful isn't it!? These fermentable carbohydrates (or sugars) are implicated in causing symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Specifically - bloating, pain, gas and altered bowel habits. In people with ...
A low-FODMAP diet and your health
What is the low-FODMAP diet? Fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols (FODMAPs) are carbohydrates (sugars) which may be poorly absorbed in the small intestine. As a result, they move to the large intestine. Consequently, they are fermented by bacteria. The bacteria ...
Legumes: The Real Superfoods
So, whats so super about legumes? Legumes can make a quick, cheap and healthy high-protein meal with a range of health benefits! These little superfood hero's come in many forms - whether it be lentils, chickpeas, kidney beans, black beans or cannellini beans (the list goes on!). Legumes are ...
Is avoiding gluten healthier?
Chances are you know someone who is avoiding gluten. You may even be avoiding gluten yourself! With the 'wellness' industry spruiking claims about the many benefits of gluten-free diets, the popularity of gluten-free grains and availability of gluten-free products, it's no surprise that the ...