You may be wondering what is so important about eating 30 different plant foods each week? Maybe you’ve heard about it but can't understand how it's possible on a low FODMAP diet. The good news is, it's much more achievable than you may think. Read on to learn more about why eating 30 different ...
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Leaky Gut vs IBS : What’s The Difference & How Do I Know If I Have Either One?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Leaky Gut Syndrome are both Gastrointestinal (GI) conditions with unknown causes.There is a good chance you have either heard of, suffer from, or know someone who suffers from IBS. Leaky Gut Syndrome isn’t as well-known, so it may be new terminology for ...
Low FODMAP Milk Alternatives – Which Is Best?
The popularity of milk alternatives is booming with a growing number of consumers swapping dairy for varieties like almond, coconut, soy and macadamia. After low FODMAP milk alternatives? Here are your best options. First of all, why choose a milk alternative? Milk contains the sugar ...
Meal Prep vs Ingredient Prep on a low FODMAP diet
The terms meal prep and ingredient prep get thrown around a lot, but do you know the difference? They are both similar in that they help you get prepared for the week ahead. Plus, being prepared can help you stick to low FODMAP portions! Read on to learn about the difference between the two and ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Low FODMAP Protein Powders
One question we get asked frequently at The FODMAP Challenge is – can you have protein powder on a low FODMAP diet? In short, yes, some protein powders are low FODMAP. The key is finding the right one for you, that you’re able to tolerate. What is protein? Protein forms an important part of a ...
5 Ways to Eat Low FODMAP Vegetables
Are you struggling to get enough veggies into your diet? Are you stuck for ideas on how to cook them or incorporate them into your meals? You may have been told many times that vegetables make up an important part of a healthy and balanced diet. You may have even read our previous article about low ...
Funky Fermented Foods
Funky Fermented Foods Fermented foods have long been a staple for many different cultures. Originally they came about as a means of preservation. From kimchi in Korea, sauerkraut in Germany, yoghurt in Greece and miso in Japan. These traditional foods have become quite the star these days all ...