It can be confusing knowing which drink choices are ok to have when following a low FODMAP diet. Whilst water should be our main drink of choice, many of us choose to include other beverages to mix things up. Some of which are recreational, such as alcohol. Others which are often essential, such ...
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What’s The Deal With Bananas And IBS?
Since the low FODMAP diet was established certain fruits were categorised as low FODMAP, and therefore should be tolerated by most individuals with IBS. Up until recently, bananas were among the list of low FODMAP fruits. New research published by Monash University earlier this year shows that ...
What are FODMAPs?
Research shows that following a diet that is low in FODMAPs can help relieve symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). FODMAPs stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols. When these carbohydrates are poorly absorbed in the small intestine increased water ...
Tips for Making Low FODMAP Winter Warmers
With the weather cooling down in the evenings, a warm and hearty low FODMAP winter warmer is just what your heart desires. Don’t you agree? With these simple tips and ideas make yourself low FODMAP winter recipes to end your night. 1. Make your own stock To make a flavoursome soup you need a ...
The Best Low FODMAP Bread Options
Bread has been forever known as a household staple but the recent increase in fads like ketogenic and paleo diest 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 ...
How To Eat Chocolate On A Low FODMAP Diet
Chocolate is one of the world's most popular foods and it's often not eaten in small amounts either, so unfortunately for FODMAPers chocolate may be a no go. Here's our guide on how to eat chocolate safely on a low FODMAP diet, because no one deserves to miss out on their square, row, or block, of ...
SIBO – what is it and how do you treat it?
SIBO, also known as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is a condition which has become more common in recent years. Due to an imbalance in gut bacteria, it can lead to unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms, which can often be misdiagnosed as IBS. Read on to find out more about SIBO including what ...
Are Oats Ok On A Low FODMAP Diet?
A question I often get asked is if oats are ok on a low FODMAP diet. This can certainly be confusing, especially as there is so much conflicting information out there! ...
Low FODMAP Vegan & Vegetarian Protein Sources
When following a plant based diet one of the most important things to consider is your choice of protein. This is because animal-based protein sources provide us with key nutrients which play an important role in our health and wellbeing. Not only do we want to be consuming food that tastes good and ...
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 ...