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 ...
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Low-FODMAPs recipe modification
Cooking low-FODMAPs can be difficult at first. Luckily a simple 'low FODMAP recipes' google search will bring up a whole range of great ideas! But you don't always need to search for brand new recipes. If you're willing to get a little creative, low FODMAPs recipe modification can be easy! This is ...
Talking about IBS and FODMAPs
Diarrhoea. Bloating. Gas.These aren't exactly topics we want to talk about over brunch, right?But as many as 1 in 5 Aussie's will experience Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in their lifetime. IBS is a condition characterised by symptoms including abdominal pain, bloating, constipation and/or ...
FODMAPs Sensitivity VS Food Intolerance
Similar symptoms, problem foods, and elimination processes. It’s confusing right?!Foods cause tummy troubles and other symptoms for many reasons. Conditions that cause reactions in susceptible people include FODMAPs sensitivity, food chemical intolerance, allergy and coeliac disease.FODMAPs ...
Beating GI Problems in Athletes
The gut (or 'GI tract') is a key athletic organ. It allows water, energy and nutrients to fuel your body before, during and after exercise. With this in mind, it is worrying that GI problems athletes are common. The exact stats vary, but research says that 30-50% of athlete's experience ...
Low FODMAP Winter Produce
With what used to be seasonal produce now often available all year round, you may find yourself asking what fruit and veg is ACTUALLY in season!?. And also, which of these are low FODMAP? Well, let's take a look! Why shop in season? Well, there are a lot of great reasons why you should shop to ...
A Low FODMAP Vegetarian/Vegan Diet
If you follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, there are some important nutrients your diet may lack. These include calcium, protein, iron, zinc, vitamin B6 and B12. These can become deficient in a vegetarian/vegan diet due to animal products being the best sources, nutritionally speaking. If you also ...
Do FODMAPs Only Affect Those With IBS?
A low FODMAP diet is effective in improving IBS symptoms in about 75% of IBS sufferers. This is because FODMAPs worsen symptoms for many IBS sufferers. But can FODMAPs cause stomach upsets for those of us without IBS? Why FODMAPs can impact anyone ...
What if FODMAPs isn’t Working?
For many individuals with IBS, starting the low FODMAP diet can be daunting. One reason for this is because it often means making major dietary changes. Cutting out a variety of foods (even if just for a short time) can be difficult, especially if you have other mouths to feed, or you enjoy eating ...