Digestion is something we tend to take for granted and assume it just does its thing, however, there are ways and means of making it work a lot more smoothly… Are you blaming stress, food intolerance or even your monthly cycle for bloating and discomfort? Around 40% of people have at least one digestive symptom […]
In recent times, the low FODMAP diet has been grabbing lots of headlines, promoting its benefits for alleviating the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome… Results have shown that in around 70% of people with IBS, a low FODMAP diet has resulted in a reduction in symptoms. The British Dietetic Association (BDA) recommends that low FODMAP […]
Q Does gluten provide any nutrients I should seek elsewhere? Eliminating gluten from your diet puts you at risk of having fewer vitamins, minerals and fibre in your diet, including vitamin B and iron. To combat this, it’s important to get a wide variety of foods such as beans (natural, not baked beans), green leafy vegetables […]
Adda Bjarnadottir, of authoritynutrition.com, examines some tell-tale signs that may give you an early inkling of gluten intolerance… Gluten intolerance is a fairly common problem. It is characterised by adverse reactions to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Coeliac disease is the most severe form of gluten intolerance. It is an autoimmune […]
It can be awkward, embarrassing and sometimes very stressful, but there are ways to overcome the accepted and lead a ‘normal’ life in the office… Balancing meeting and greeting clients, with answering a mountain of emails may feel like a juggling act as it is. The last thing you then need is your Irritable Bowel […]
Q Is there a connection between coeliac disease and diabetes? When you’re diagnosed with coeliac disease it’s tempting to find out lots more about it. One of the first things you may discover is that it’s an auto immune disorder, which in turn leads you to research that as well. It’s then you may discover this […]
Common wisdom tells us we need plenty of fibre to avoid constipation – so how can you keep things moving when living gluten-free? Nutritionist Kate Arnold shares her tips… Constipation is never pleasant. It can make you feel sluggish and fed up. According to recent research carried out for the makers of constipation treatment Dulcolax, […]
It’s nearly pumpkin season! We all love it in our pies, cupcakes or even spice lattes… However, there are more reasons than just a delicious taste to get totally obsessed with this autumn superfood! Let’s take a look at the health benefits of pumpkins… We asked Shona Wilkinson, Head Nutritonist at www.nutricentre.com to tell us […]
Georgina Young invites us to give up those feelings of discomfort or embarrassment, and instead learn to nourish and improve your digestive system with all-natural remedies… Digestive complaints such as acid reflux, bloating, constipation and diarrhoea are all too common within the UK. In fact, roughly 40% of people will suffer from at least one […]
Q I have eliminated wheat from my diet, so why do I still feel bloated all the time? Let’s start by clarifying the big difference between ‘wheat’ and ‘gluten’, as they are often used interchangeably. Gluten is a protein that is found within wheat (all varieties) as well as barley and rye. Therefore, wheat will always […]