If you are suffering from constipation, you will feel fatigued, bloated and uncomfortable. But what causes your constipation? There are many causes of constipation and if you can find what causes your constipation then it is much easier to solve. In this article, I am going to go through several causes of constipation. Have a…
Are Natural Flavourings High FODMAP?
If you are doing the low FODMAP diet then you will be scrutinising every food label. You will have noticed that many foods contain ‘natural flavourings.’ This can be rather confusing when all the other ingredients are clearly labelled. This can lead to you avoiding even more foods just to be safe. But, what are…
How To Increase Stomach Acid Levels
You may have heard that increasing stomach acid levels will help your IBS. But how do you increase your levels? And, how do you know if your levels are too low in the first place? In this article, I will explain how to increase your stomach acid levels to aid digestion. I will also explain…
IBS and Pregnancy – Dietitian Advice
Many women may feel a sense of concern when thinking about how they will manage their IBS and pregnancy. However, the advice for IBS and pregnancy does not differ hugely to the standard advice given for common symptoms during pregnancy. This article will clarify the main questions about IBS and pregnancy through the management of…
Do Eggs Cause IBS Symptoms?
You may find that eggs cause IBS symptoms. This will confuse you because eggs contain no FODMAPs or fibre. They even have little fat in them. But surely you can not have an egg allergy as you can eat baked eggs ok and you don’t have anaphylaxis. So what the heck is going on? In…
Is The Whole 30 Diet Good For IBS? | THE IBS DIETITIAN
You may be reading this article wondering is the Whole 30 Diet the solution to my IBS? You have likely googled this diet or seen it on social media – several sources are raving about. BUT! I also know this is not the first diet you have come across. You have likely tried multiple diets…
Will Magnesium Supplements Help Constipation?
Did you know that magnesium can help constipation? This is why your doctor may have advised you to trial a magnesium based laxative for your constipation. You may be left wondering …do you need to take this forever? And, you may be wondering if this laxative is what cause your occasional diarrhoea flare up. In…
What Are The Best Teas For IBS
‘Which teas are safe for IBS?’ This is a question you may want to be asking your dietitian. You know that staying hydrated is important for your IBS control. But, you may feel frustrated in having to drink just water – it is bland and fairly boring. This conundrum may leave you a little frustrated…
Do Glutamine Supplements Help IBS Symptoms?
This article explains whether taking glutamine helps IBS. I will explain if taking these supplements helps symptoms based on proven science. As an IBS sufferer you are well researched – usually due to the desperation in trying to find a solution. But is glutamine good for IBS symptoms or is it yet another fad which…
Low FODMAP Fajitas
Updated June 2022 by Serena Bansal Registered Dietitian BSc Hons Do you love fajitas but are on the restriction phase of the low FODMAP diet? Check out the recipe in this post so you can still enjoy fajitas on the low FODMAP diet! Ingredients (Serves 2) 1 yellow pepper1 red pepper2 chicken/turkey breasts (cut into…
