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Management Of Diverticular Disease
admin Nov, 04, 2021Diverticular disease and diverticulosis are digestive conditions that affects our large intestine. It is characterised by diverticula; which are small bulges that develop in the…
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Ubereats, Deliveroo, JustEat, ideas on ordering a suitable meal when you have IBS?
sian Feb, 15, 2021The introduction of food delivery apps some years ago, means they have been used by many of us. For example, when we are unwell, do…
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Wholegrains & Our Health
sian Feb, 02, 2021Starchy foods are our main source of carbohydrate and play an important role in a balanced diet. It is recommended to, whenever possible, choose wholegrain…
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How to support our gut microbiome with optimal dietary fibre?
sian Aug, 24, 2019The fuss over fibre Box.1. Fibre-Rich Foods: Nuts and seeds Whole-grain breads, wholegrain cereals & pastas, oats, barley and rye Most fruits such as berries,…
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Managing Acid Reflux in the Festive Season
sian Dec, 20, 2018Acid Reflux is medically called Gastro-Oesophageal Reflux Disease (GORD), or GERD in America where the oesophagus has no ‘o’! The oesophagus is a short muscular…
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FODMAP
sian Oct, 13, 2018Considering the Low FODMAP diet? - 10 key points to consider beforehand The term FODMAPs stands for Fermentable Oligo Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols. FODMAPs are…
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I have IBS – should I be taking probiotics?
Ed Turner Dec, 05, 2017Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be used to describe a variety of symptoms experienced in the gut. It is the most common intestinal disorder, affecting…