How to Relieve IBS Symptoms Fast Without Changing Your Diet
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects about 1 in 5 people in the UK, and it’s especially common among women. Unlike many conditions, there’s no single medical test for IBS. Instead, doctors diagnose it by ruling out other conditions and using the Rome IV Criteria. If you’ve ever been told that your test results are “normal” while […]
Easter & Digestion: How to Enjoy Chocolate Without Bloating, Heartburn or Diarrhoea
Chocolate and Easter go hand in hand— in my home there are two days of the year that you can eat chocolate for breakfast – Christmas Day and Easter Sunday. However for some people, especially those with digestive issues eating chocolate can cause gut issues such as indigestion, bloating, diarrhoea and pain. However, we are […]
The Best Diet for IBS: What Works and What to Avoid from a Registered Dietitian
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common yet frustrating condition that affects millions of people, causing symptoms such as bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, and abdominal pain. Despite being so widespread, IBS can often feel isolating—especially when test results come back ‘normal’ and you’re left wondering how to manage your symptoms. The good news is that dietary […]
Gut Health Products: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Avoid
When it comes to gut health, there’s no shortage of advice, remedies, and so-called ‘miracle’ products promising to improve digestion, reduce bloating, or even heal your gut. From apple cider vinegar to bone broth, green powders, and probiotics, it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. But what does the science actually say? As […]
What to Eat for Better Gut Health – A Dietitian’s Expert Guide
What is my gut? When we talk about the ‘gut,’ we often mean different things. Medically, it refers to your entire digestive system—from your mouth to your anus. But in this article, we’ll focus on the large intestine (also called the colon), which plays a crucial role in gut health. Why is gut health important? […]
Lower Your Cholesterol: 7 Easy, Science-Backed Diet Changes That Work
If you’ve been told you have high cholesterol, you’re probably wondering what you can do to reduce it. The good news? Small changes to your diet can make a big difference. So, grab a cuppa, get comfy, and let’s dive in! Understanding Cholesterol Cholesterol builds up in your blood over years, not overnight. That’s why […]
Heart Health Made Simple: 7 Key Ways to Protect Your Heart
As part of heart health month this is the first in a series of articles looking at Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) and how you can reduce your risk of developing it. CHD involves a narrowing or blockage of one or more of the coronary arteries that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. It is […]
Why does my bloating / diarrhoea / constipation get worse at Christmas?
When digestive problems flare up at Christmas, the usual suspect is what you’ve eaten. But as a dietitian specialising in gut health for over-50s, I often find that simple lifestyle tweaks—stress, movement, sleep and HOW you eat—are the real game changers. In fact the NICE guidelines (2008) for IBS recommend lifestyle changes before diets […]
6 gut boosting foods that every over 50 should be including in their diet
Are you confused by all the information you see online about gut boosting foods that you should be eating but find that they give you unpleasant bloating, wind or leave you rushing to the toilet? Unfortunately, advice is not always targeted towards the unique needs of the over 50’s – but, don’t worry I’ve got […]
