What Is Slow Gut Transit Constipation? Slow transit constipation is just one type of constipation. It occurs when the muscles in the colon do not work correctly, leading to constipation (1). Symptoms can include the following (1); pain blood in stools bloating or distension straining when opening bowels Sometimes it can be so difficult for…
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Is The Ketogenic Diet Good For PCOS?
Many people have been asking me if the ketogenic diet is good for their PCOS. This article outlines how the ketogenic links in with PCOS and provides diet advice based on scientific evidence to give you the best solution (any questions – just pop me a message). Introduction – What Is The Ketogenic Diet? Normally,…
Candida Overgrowth & The Candida Diet
Candida is a type of yeast or fungus which likes to grow in warm, moist conditions. Candida grows all over our body and is a normal part of the digestive system (1). However, it becomes a problem when it starts to grow in an unusually large volume. What Are The Symptoms of Candida Overgrowth? Most candida…
Apple Cider Vinegar for IBS: Debunking 10 Health Claims for Gut Health
You may wonder if any scientific evidence supports the use of apple cider vinegar for IBS, which is of growing interest among those seeking natural remedies for digestive health. Like other types of vinegar, you can use apple cider vinegar (ACV) in salad dressings, sauces, baking, pickling, and food preservation. In this article, we examine…
The IBS Diet – Dietitian Advice
It is no surprise then that I frequently get asked about the best ‘IBS diet’ to go on as Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is often triggered by food. But, as with many things in gut health, there is no such thing as an ‘IBS Diet.’ Instead, there are many different parts to a diet which…
The 12 Days Of Christmas IBS
Updated June 2022 by Serena Bansal Registered Dietitian BSc Hons On the first day of Christmas my IBS gave to me – Bloating all day This IBS flare up was caused by all the stress of the Christmas period. Try to take at least 20 minutes out each day to relax with a good book…
A Low FODMAP Christmas Dinner
Updated June 2022 by Serena Bansal Registered Dietitian BSc Hons Christmas is around the corner, it can be a busy time with lots of food and along with this can come stress, especially for IBS sufferers. Even though it’s Christmas we can’t ignore the fact that IBS symptoms are likely to be worse in this…
Low FODMAP Limed Chicken Risotto
Updated June 2022 by Serena Bansal Registered Dietitian BSc Hons Risotto is one my all time favourite dishes as it is so versatile AND gives you a great opportunity to use of some of your left overs! Vegan / Vegetarian? This is not a problem, simply swop out the chicken for Quorn. Low FODMAP? To…
Coffee & IBS – is there a connection?
This article will explain the connection between coffee and IBS. We will discuss whether coffee is safe to drink if you have IBS, how it affects your condition, and whether it causes bloating. Moreover, we will check if decaf coffee is a better option for symptom control and give you four other IBS-friendly coffee alternatives….
Bone Broth – Is It Good For Digestive Health? – Dietitian Advice
Bone Broth has been around for hundreds of years, but in recent times, it has become the latest trend. This article looks at the science to figure out if bone broth helps digestive health. What Is Bone Broth? Bone broth is a broth made from bones with a slight amount of meat on them. It…
