Having a colonoscopy can be a really daunting experience. You know that your GI doctor has recommended this test for good reason. But that does not stop you from freaking out about it! In this article, I will be sharing my own experience having had a colonoscopy. It is not designed to provide medical advice….
Treatments, Testing and Diagnosis
Common Causes of Constipation
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…
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…
How Does A GP Manage IBS?
Many people ask me who they should go to about their digestive problems and what usually happens during the assessment. You should be going to your GP to start with and they will assess you and do a number of tests to rule out other conditions. In the US and UAE, a GP is known…
How to get an IBS Diagnosis
Getting an IBS diagnosis may seem like a minefield! What tests do you need to get? Is it going to be expensive? What about those allergy blood tests that you have seen online? All the different information can be confusing, and you may feel vulnerable. This post will cover the British medical guidelines for getting…
Why Is My IBS Worse During My Period?
Introduction It is quite common for women to report that their IBS symptoms are worse during or before their period. The symptoms may be so bad that you can’t go in to work or have to cancel on friends. And, due to the nature of this situation, it means that you are losing 12 weeks…
What Is Sucrase Deficiency?
Sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (also known as sucrose intolerance) can cause troublesome gut symptoms that can often be mistaken as IBS. This article explains what sucrase-isomaltase deficiency is, the symptoms and how to get a diagnosis. We will also cover the management of sucrase deficiency. SUCRASE-ISOMALTASE FUNCTION Sucrase-isomaltase is a digestive enzyme found on the border of…
What Does It Feel Like To Have IBS?
Recently, Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has become a much more recognised condition, but, what does it feel like to have IBS? Despite this condition affecting around 1 in 10 adults, many of us are still unsure about what it actually feels like (1). Trying to find out what IBS feels like can be confusing. For instance,…
The Leaky Gut and IBS Controversy: Examining the Evidence and Scientific Perspectives
The alleged connection between leaky gut and IBS symptoms has gained increasing attention, particularly in alternative health circles. However, it’s important to note that “leaky gut” is not a recognized medical diagnosis. In this blog, we aim to shed light on what is meant by ‘leaky gut’. We will also separate fact from fiction by…
