Gluten Intolerance vs Coeliac Disease
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,…
Lectin Sensitivity
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…
Probiotics for Allergies
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…
Four Anti-Inflammatory Diet Tips
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…
Podcast E13 - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
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…
Podcast E12 - Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
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…
Podcast E11 - Mould Biotoxin Illness
Mould biotoxin illness is when part of our immune system becomes extremely hyper-reactive, leading to Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), due to exposure to mould. What is Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)? When…
Two-Step Approach for Gut Health and Allergies
Hippocrates once said that ‘all disease begins in the gut’ … and how right he was! Gut conditions, like small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), leaky gut and IBS, can all trigger uncomfortable symptoms, such as bloating, gas, cramps,…
Candida Allergy and Overgrowth
Everyone has candida residing in their gut. However, candida can become a problem if it grows out of control, leading to candida overgrowth or candida allergy. What is candida? Candida is a species of yeast that normally lives in the digestive…
The Low FODMAP Diet
This week we’re shining the spotlight on one of the latest health crazes: FODMAPs diet. These days, with so much conflicting advice, and so many nutrition-related buzzwords floating about, it can be hard to know what’s right and who’s…