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…
Hay Fever in Children
Hay fever in children is common, with up to 30 per cent of children experiencing symptoms. Most allergy sufferers first start experiencing symptoms in early childhood, and can continue to cause issues for school aged children. Symptoms…
Improving your Gut Health
The 'gut microbiome' houses trillions of microbes (bacteria) that are critical to your health and wellbeing. Improving your gut health aids digestion, supports your immune system and even help control weight gain, high blood and cholesterol…
What Causes Allergies?
Do you ever wonder why you suffer from allergies when others don’t? What causes allergies in some people is often due to being an ‘atopic’ individual.
Being ‘atopic’ means that your immune system, Immunoglobulin (IgE) in particular,…
Podcast E09 - Winter Allergies
Winter can be a difficult time for allergy sufferers - especially those with eczema, asthma and hay fever!
During winter we are immune compromised from cold and flu season, as well as exposed to more indoor triggers.
Podcast Notes: how to spot…
The Difference Between Hay Fever & a Cold
With so many similar symptoms, from sneezing to a runny nose, it can be difficult spot the difference between hay fever and a cold.
Many hay fever sufferers experience mild to moderate hay fever throughout the year, with a spike in symptoms…
Nightshade Allergy
If you’ve never heard of nightshades, you shouldn’t worry – you’re not alone. The term is used to describe Solanaceae, a plant family, which includes tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, eggplant and tobacco. Nightshade allergy can contribute…
Allergic Glue Ear in Adults
Glue ear is a condition that many allergy-sufferers experience at some point during their lives. While it usually first appears in childhood, allergic glue ear in adults is relatively common too.
Grommets - tiny tubes surgically inserted into…