Starting a low FODMAP diet can seem overwhelming at the beginning with lots of different factors to consider and a variety of foods you need to temporarily exclude. Without proper guidance, it can be easy to make simple mistakes. This can leave you wondering why your symptoms aren’t getting better. ...
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What’s The Deal With FODMAP Stacking?
If you’re following the low FODMAP diet, you may have already heard of FODMAP stacking. It's an important concept to be aware of when following a low FODMAP diet, particularly during the elimination and challenge stages. What is FODMAP stacking? Basically, FODMAP stacking is when foods ...
How Useful Are Breath Tests In Diagnosing IBS?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition characterised by symptoms including abdominal bloating and pain, gas and diarrhoea. Poor absorption of carbohydrates known as 'FODMAPs' (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols) is a leading cause of IBS symptoms ...
Your Guide To Fermented Food And FODMAPs
Fermented food is a hot topic, with fermented products such as kombucha and kimchi emerging on the trendiest of cafe menus. The benefits offered by fermented foods are reported as anything from improving your gut health to treating major chronic disease. So, with an increasing focus on gut health ...
What To Expect When Starting A Low FODMAP Diet
Whether you’re about to start a low FODMAP diet, have already started a low FODMAP diet, or are still in the contemplation stage – chances are, you may be a little unsure of what to expect. This is totally normal. I mean, when you first hear someone say FODMAPs stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharide ...
Can Charcoal Help Manage IBS Symptoms?
One of the latest trends to hit the wellness world is activated charcoal, which has been marketed as a treatment for everything from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms such as bloating, to teeth whitening. But can activated charcoal help manage IBS symptoms? First of all, what is ...
Top 5 Low FODMAP desserts
If you're like us and you enjoy a sweet treat, then today's your lucky day! It can be difficult to find low FODMAP desserts since most regular desserts are full of wheat flour, milk and/or cream. The good news is there are a number of simple, delicious desserts that can be easily made low FODMAP. ...
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 Dinners to Make in Under 30 minutes
Have you run out of ideas for what to cook for dinner? Do you lack the time to make a healthy, low FODMAP meal each night? It can be tricky to decide what to cook during the week, particularly if you are short on time. However, this doesn’t have to be the case. Today we give you our top 5 low FODMAP ...
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 ...