Do you suspect that you might have gluten intolerance or coeliac disease? Considering going gluten-free? Read this first… What is gluten? Gluten is an umbrella term to describe five different proteins (gliadins, glutenins, hordeins, secalins, andavenins) that are found in many grains, the most common being wheat, oats, rye and barley. Gluten helps foods maintain […]
Naturally occurring lectins in food are difficult to digest and can trigger symptoms in some people, known as lectin sensitivity. So, what are lectins? What are foods high in lectins? What are lectins? Lectins are a type of protein that can bind to sugar. Produced as part of a plants natural defence system, they are […]
A healthy microbiome is essential for allergy sufferers because good bacteria maintain the integrity of the gut lining. Probiotics for allergies may help protect against conditions such as leaky gut or SIBO (small intestine bacteria overgrowth). The ‘gut microbiome’ houses trillions of microbes (bacteria) that are critical to your health and wellbeing. These microorganisms aid digestion, support your immune […]
Following the festive season, we can be left feeling a little more “jolly” (if you know what I mean!) which can motivate us to look into “detox diets” and the latest weight loss trends. So, what actually is a detox? Do they work? What about a couple of the latest diet fads – intermittent fasting […]
The after math of over indulging during the holiday season can leave us feeling a little bit silly and a little more jolly (if you know what I mean). Eating a higher amount of processed foods including sugar, refined carbohydrates(5), and alcohol can also leave us with low-grade inflammation(1). An anti-inflammatory diet may help reduce […]
The festive season is a time to celebrate with family and friends, usually with lots of eating an drinking! Although, Christmas can also present with some unique allergy triggers. There are some common Christmas allergies to keep an eye out for. Nitrates in Ham and Turkey Nitrates and nitrites are chemicals used to preserve foods. […]
For many of us, the end of year break is a time for some well-earned R and R. But, despite the sleep ins and lazing about, the holiday season can bring a surprising level of tiredness. This is also known as ‘end-of- year burnout’. End-of- year burnout symptoms can manifest both physically and emotionally, and […]
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue, that may worsen with physical or mental activity, but doesn’t improve with rest. CFS can occur at any age, but it most commonly affects people in their 40s and 50s, and more women than men. What causes Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Up to 90 […]
Hives (also known as urticaria) affects about 20 percent of people at some time during their lives. For some people, hives is triggered by allergic reactions to certain foods and environmental substances. But summer time can be a particularly hard time for chronic hive sufferers, due to sun hives and hives caused by heat. Can […]
Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) is an antigen-driven inflammatory gastrointestinal disorder, where allergens drive inflammation. What is EoE? Is EoE an autoimmune disease? What are the triggers of EoE? What are the symptoms of EoE? How is EoE diagnosed? Treatment options for EoE EoE is very common in atopic families, where there is a history of allergic […]
