Most of you will have heard of MSG and know it has something to do with improving the flavor of foods, but many of you wont realize just how much of it is in our processed foods and how much you may be consuming it! MSG stands for ‘monosodium glutamate’, a flavour enhancer that was […]
This article is for all women over the age of 40. Some of you may have noticed you are experiencing an increase in your hay fever symptoms from seasonal allergies, foods you were previously able to eat are now giving you skin irritations or digestive problems and alcohol, especially red wine, can give you a […]
For most people, COVID was unpleasant, but did not leave a lasting health impact on them. For others, the effects are still lingering months, even years after they had it. New research has found a correlation between people who have mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) and long-COVID and also explains why some people have developed […]
Recent research has highlighted the link between the vagus nerve and allergies, due to its modulating effects on the immune system and anti-inflammatory potential. So, what does this mean for allergy sufferers? What is the vagus nerve? The vagus nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It connects your brain to many important organs […]
There is a strong link between gut health and allergies. Our gut digests everything we consume, extracts the essential vitamins and minerals then passes out the waste products left over. Although sometimes our gut doesn’t work as it should, such as in leaky gut. So, what is leaky gut syndrome? The intestinal lining of […]
SIBO is a chronic gut condition, which can lead to leaky gut, and the development of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities. SIBO and allergies often occur concurrently. What is SIBO? SIBO is defined as an abnormal number of bacteria, which are usually in the large intestine, present in the small intestine. These are ‘normal’ or […]
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 […]
