Why has ‘you are what you eat’ got even more meaning than ever before? First of all, Australians do not have good gut health and this has a lot to do with our microbiota. 1 in 4 women suffer from constipation Bowel cancer is the 2nd most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia 1 in 2 ...
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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 ...
Gut Directed Hypnotherapy – Happy Inside
Gut directed hypnotherapy. What is it? How does it work? And why are we talking about it on a FODMAP website?! Does it really work? Did you know that around 70% of people respond positively to gut directed hypnotherapy - very similar to the number who respond to a low FODMAP diet! So, especially ...
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 ...
Your IBS Sub-Type
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 ...
Sleep and IBS
Sleep is arguably one of the most important and most underrated parts of our day to day lives. In fact, it is just as important for health as good nutrition and exercise. Adequate sleep is associated with improvements in concentration/focus, athletic performance, weight management, immune ...
Why you should sweat the small stuff in IBS treatment
You SHOULD sweat the small stuff in managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Often, making a very small change to your diet can have a big impact on your IBS symptoms. While 'drink more water' or 'eat regular meals' may not be some of the most exciting pieces of advice you have ever heard - they may be ...
Top 5 Tips for Eating Out Low FODMAP
One of the biggest challenges of a low fodmap diet is eating out. The mere thought of eating out brings about anxiety and stress for many low fodmappers. What if there isn’t something low fodmap on the menu? What if I burden the wait staff by querying what items don’t contain garlic/onion? How can ...