Just a little pre-note - if this title applies to you and happens on the regular then definitely see a doctor as you could possibly have IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). If you do have IBS and have not yet tried the low FODMAP diet then we highly recommend! It has helped many people find relief from ...
Quick tips to get digestion moving
Constipation is very common in Aussie kids and adults. For people with constipation type IBS the low FODMAP diet alone is often not enough to relieve or prevent symptoms. We recently spoke about the common causes of constipation. Here are some very simple tips to get those bowels moving! 1. ...
Common causes of constipation
Constipation is an issue that affects 1 in 10 kids and 1 in 5 adults living in Australia. More than half of people with IBS will also experience constipation. It is an issue that is straining almost 25% of the country yet no one likes to talk about it! Lets get to the nitty gritty. Are you ...
The secret window to your gut health
So beautifully put by Dr Karl and Professor of Nutrition and Dietetics Clare Collins – like the eyes are the windows to your soul, the toilet bowl is the window to your gut health - so get looking! What am I looking for? I recently completed a project which involved creating a chart (see below) ...
PCOS and IBS – How to cope when you have both
If this title applies to you, you are certainly not alone! Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 5 women during their reproductive years and of these almost half will have IBS, according to a 2010 study. Never heard of PCOS? Here is a quick run down. PCOS is a hormonal disorder ...