Many of us will be travelling over this coming holiday period, often via car. I love a good road trip, but a key essential is handy road trip snacks. This is particularly important for those following a low FODMAP diet, as finding suitable food options on the go can be a challenge. So, we’ve ...
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Is Pasta Low FODMAP?
Delicious, quick and versatile, pasta is a firm favourite in the diets of many. Whilst pasta is good for the soul, it might not be good for the tummies of those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome who are following a low FODMAP diet. Pasta made from wheat is in fact high in FODMAPs, specifically fructans, ...
Is Yoghurt Low FODMAP? Here Are The Best low FODMAP Yoghurt Options
Yoghurt ticks plenty of boxes: healthy, delicious, and versatile. But is yoghurt low FODMAP? Before you scoop in on your breakfast or serve it as a snack, here's what you need to know. Is yoghurt low FODMAP? Well, no. Despite being a fantastic source of protein and a healthy addition to a ...
IBS and Disordered Eating: 8 Signs You’re Struggling
Imagine this: you’re undergoing an elimination diet to determine what dietary components are triggering your IBS. In this process, you start to restrict further and further. Trying to cut back on whatever you suspect may be playing a role in causing you to feel so terrible. Then you start to ...
How To Replace Onion And Garlic On A Low FODMAP Diet
The low FODMAP diet excludes onion and garlic. During the challenge phase, many discover that they do not tolerate fructans (O in FODMAPs), which onion and garlic contain. So how does one survive without garlic and onion in the kitchen? It isn’t as hard as you think! This can be a great time ...
The Best Low FODMAP Protein Sources
You may have noticed that FODMAPS are mostly found in plant foods (with the exception of lactose found in dairy). For this reason, we tend to focus a lot on the dos and don’ts of carbohydrate foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains. But what do we need to know about protein and FODMAPs? Here's ...
16 Of Our Best Low FODMAP Christmas Recipes
Yes, it is possible to have a delicious low FODMAP Christmas feast without triggering your symptoms of IBS! We've rounded up our favourite low FODMAP Christmas recipes including starters, sides, salads, mains and desserts to cater your day from start to finish. Starters Easy Eggplant ...
Low FODMAP Summer Produce
With almost all fruit and vegetables available all year round, it's harder to work out what produce is in season at any given time. Summer brings a wide range of delicious fruit and vegetables, which can also be enjoyed on a low FODMAP diet! While summer favourites such as cherries and mangos are ...
How To Get Enough Calcium On Low FODMAP Diet
Calcium is an essential nutrient required by our body for normal development and maintenance of our bones, blood clotting, as well for the proper functioning of our nerves, muscles, and cardiac (heart) function. Meeting your calcium requirements on a low FODMAP diet can be a little harder as easy ...
What’s The Deal With Sourdough and FODMAPs?
The topic of sourdough and FODMAPs can be very confusing. Some sources will say sourdough is suitable on a low FODMAP diet, while others will disagree. Before I clarify the sourdough-FODMAP debate, let's first take a look at what makes regular bread high FODMAP. What makes regular bread ...