Sometimes it can be hard to find that workout motivation, especially in the winter months. Cold mornings are for sleep ins and cold evenings are for tea by the fire, but we still need to get in our regular exercise. Common solutions to this problem are afternoon pick me ups and pre-workout ...
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How to reach your calcium needs on a low fodmap diet?
We all know that calcium is an essential nutrient required by our body for our daily needs. Calcium is needed for normal development and maintenance of our bones, blood clotting, as well for the proper functioning of our nerves, muscles, and cardiac (heart) function. Of all the calcium we ...
The Use of a Low FODMAP Diet in Sporting Events
The use of a low FODMAP diet has been well-established as an effective dietary approach to help manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Recently, the use of a low FODMAP diet to manage exercise-induced gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms has become more topical in the world of ...
Your guide to winter warmer low fodmap dishes
With the weather in Australia becoming increasingly cold in the mornings and evening, nothing beats having a warm and hearty soup or casserole packed with veggies and of course flavour! Can you agree that is basically a warm hug in a bowl? Unfortunately for those on a low fodmap diet, majority ...
Dietetic Guidance and the Low FODMAP Diet
The low FODMAP diet is a well-established first-line therapy for IBS management. Approximately 75% of individuals experience symptom improvements during the elimination stage of the low fodmap diet. Whilst the diet has gained popularity in recent years due to its efficacy, it should not be done ...
How to eat Chocolate on a low FODMAP diet
Easter is well an truly over but this doesn't mean the chocolate cravings and late night treats disappear from our thoughts. Chocolate is one of the worlds favourite foods and is often not eaten in small amounts either, so unfortunately for FODMAPers chocolate may be a no go. Today we provide a ...
Omega-3 & Gut Health
The research has shown that our gut microbiota- which are the resident microorganisms that are in the gastrointestinal tract, play an essential role in human health and disease. These good microorganisms or ‘bugs’ in our gut play a vital role in the digestion, immunity, detoxification and ...
What is the Deal with FODMAP Stacking?
If you’re following the low FODMAP diet, you may have already heard of FODMAP stacking. It is an important concept to be aware of when following a low FODMAP diet. This is particularly important during the elimination and challenge stages. What is FODMAP stacking? Basically, FODMAP stacking is ...
Low FODMAP Bread Choices
Bread has been forever known as a household staple. But the recent increase in fad diets like ketogenic and paleo focus on keeping bread out of the kitchen. Toast is one of my favourite breakfast options and is a great source of carbohydrates for energy and healthy whole-grains. I wouldn’t want ...
To charcoal or not to charcoal?
One of the latest trends to hit the wellness world is activated charcoal. Activated Charcoal is a product manufactured specifically to be extremely absorbent, allowing it to bind to molecules, ions or atoms from a dissolved substance. Due to its powerful toxin-clearing properties, activated ...