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 ...
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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 ...
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 ...
Top 10 Low FODMAP Snacks
Are you a constant snacker? Or have you been left hungry while you’re out and about? Well, you’re in luck because today we give you our top 10 low FODMAP snacks for any occasion. These are perfect for work, school, or when you are hungry on-the-go. The best part is, most of these are available at ...
Low FODMAP Diet…Do Portions Really Matter?
One of the biggest points to emphasise with the low FODMAP diet is yes, portions absolutely matter, even if you’re eating all low FODMAP foods. So, let's take a look at why! Why do portions matter? Even when sticking to low FODMAP foods, if your portions aren’t correct, then your diet can become ...
How To Be Berry Nice To Your Belly
We all know we should eat more fruits and vegetables. A simple and tasty way to do this is berries! Throwing some berries on your breakfast cereal, in your smoothie or with some yoghurt is a great option. The Australian Guide to Healthy Eating (AGHE) recommends 2 serves of fruit per day, one ...
A Low FODMAP Spring Picnic
Ahh spring, my favourite season! The days are nice and warm, but not too hot like some of our summer days. The days are getting lighter for longer, with daylight savings just around the corner. Then there is the fresh smell of cherry blossoms when going for a stroll. Other than the whole ...
A Guide to Low FODMAP Meal Prep
Weekly meal prep is something I am a huge advocate for. I usually set aside a couple of hours on a Sunday and prep my lunches, dinners and snacks for the working week. You don’t need to go all out like me and prep all meals and snacks (I am just very time poor during the week). Even preparing ...
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 ...
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 ...