You may already know that a low FODMAP diet is not a long-term diet. In fact, the initial elimination phase should only go for 2-6 weeks. During this stage, approximately 75% of IBS sufferers experience symptom improvement. Individuals should then progress to the second stage of the diet, the ...
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Low FODMAP Summer Smoothie Guide
The versatile smoothie can be enjoyed all year round, however, they’re always that bit more satisfying in the warm Summer months. Smoothies can be a delicious, nutritious and low FODMAP breakfast or snack option…but care must be taken regarding ingredients and portion sizes. Since ...
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 ...
A low-FODMAP diet and your health
What is the low-FODMAP diet? Fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols (FODMAPs) are carbohydrates (sugars) which may be poorly absorbed in the small intestine. As a result, they move to the large intestine. Consequently, they are fermented by bacteria. The bacteria ...
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 ...
Go-to low-FODMAPs snacks
When following a low FODMAP diet, finding appropriate, healthy snacks can be a challenge. What are our Go-to-low-FODMAPs snacks? And why would we want to snack? Snacks can help to fuel us for exercise, keep us satisfied between meals, help us to meet our nutritional requirements, prevent ...
A low-FODMAPs breakfast!
I have never understood people who skip breakfast - it is by far the best meal of the day! 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 ...
Yoga for IBS
As if we need more reason to love yoga, research suggests that the ancient practice may reduce symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). So what is it that's good about yoga for IBS? The evidence is unfolding, but it isn't all new. The postures, breathing and meditative techniques of yoga have ...