If you suffer from IBS and hemorrhoids, you are in the right place. IBS by itself is very challenging to deal with. Other issues that arise alongside IBS, such as hemorrhoids, can leave you feeling hopeless. In this article, we will discuss what hemorrhoids are, common symptoms and causes, whether IBS causes hemorrhoids, and provide…
Low FODMAP Meatloaf
You may be wondering, ‘Is meatloaf low FODMAP?’. Unfortunately, traditional meatloaf is usually not. This blog post will explain the FODMAP content of traditional meatloaf and offer some swaps for the high FODMAP ingredients as well as some delicious recipes. Is Meatloaf low FODMAP? Meatloaf and meatloaf sauce often contain multiple high FODMAP ingredients; therefore,…
Lactose-free mozzarella – is it necessary if you have IBS?
Have you been googling, “lactose-free mozzarella”?. Then you are in the right place! You may be thinking that lactose-free mozzarella might be necessary if you are lactose intolerant or on a low FODMAP diet. Lactose intolerance occurs when someone does produce enough of the enzyme ‘lactase’ needed to break down the milk sugar lactose. This…
Methane SIBO (intestinal methanogen overgrowth)
Methane SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) is a term used for SIBO diagnosed through a positive methane breath test. It is often associated with constipation. While SIBO involves excessive bacterial growth in the small intestine causing digestive symptoms, the term ‘Methane SIBO’ is actually misleading as it refers to an overgrowth of methane-producing archaea. Arachaea…
Low FODMAP candies – A-Z guide
You may be wondering if there are low FODMAP candies you can enjoy while following the low FODMAP diet. Thankfully, adhering to a low FODMAP diet doesn’t mean you have to forgo indulging your sweet tooth. In this blog post, we will explore FODMAPs commonly found in candies, what specific ingredients to look out for…
Do you get stomach pain after drinking? Here is why
Do you experience stomach pain after drinking alcohol? Then you are in the right place. In this article we discuss the various reasons why you may have stomach pain after drinking, as well as explore current guidelines for alcohol consumption. We also look at what you can do to stop the stomach pain, when you…
Is soy low or high FODMAP? Soy products discussed.
If you are following the low FODMAP diet, you may find yourself asking, “Is soy low or high FODMAP?”. In this article, we look at the low FODMAP diet and specifically whether soy is FODMAP friendly. We discuss the different types of soy products such as tofu, soy milk, and soy protein and look at…
