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 ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
7 Low FODMAP Breakfast Ideas
Breakfast sets you up for the day ahead, refuels your energy, gives your brain a boost, helps to control your appetite and prevents you reaching for those less desirable foods later in the day. Being low FODMAP doesn't mean you should miss out on all the breakfast fun. There are so many great 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 ...
Getting Enough Fibre on a Gluten-Free Diet
If you are following a gluten free diet you may already know that many gluten free foods are actually low in fibre. This is because they tend to be highly processed and made from refined starches which have lost the majority of their fibre content. Fibre is important to help keep things moving ...
Which Foods are High FODMAP?
One of the questions I get asked, nearly more than any other, is 'which foods are high FODMAP? It's so confusing, there is so much conflicting information!'. It isn't surprising, given there is so much misinformation out there on lists of high and low FODMAP foods. ...
4 Ways to Manage IBS symptoms and Sports
Soccer season is kicking off! Many teams have already started their pre-season training but managing IBS and sports can be difficult. IBS symptoms can interfere with everyday life and for some, the thought of participating in sports after IBS diagnosis can be very scary. Stress it’s self can worsen ...
The Truth about Cheese and Lactose
Are you following a low FODMAP diet and excluding cheese because it has lactose in it? Well fear not, there are actually a variety of low lactose cheeses that you can enjoy! If you love cheese, read on to find out which cheeses to include in your next cheese platter. But first, let’s discuss the ...