Fermented and probiotic foods are often used interchangeably but they are not the same. There are some fermented food that are probiotics and some that are not. And some probiotic foods have been fermented while some have not been. Sounds a bit confusing, doesn’t it? Let’s take a closer look at these probiotic and fermented foods to help sort out the differences.
Read MoreNothing beats freshly grown vegetables, especially when they are from your own garden. If you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and are embarking on the elimination phase of the low fodmap diet, you may feel a bit hesitant to put time into a garden this year. Fear not, as being on the low fodmap diet doesn’t mean that you need to skip out on growing your own veggies.
Read MoreWhile the Low FODMAP elimination diet can be a good way to find your dietary triggers for IBS, it can feel pretty restrictive. Finding appropriate snacks is one area that people often feel stuck - here’s a list of a few sweet snacks that can get you through the elimination portion of this diet.
Read MoreWhether your bowels usually run like clockwork or you struggle with a sensitive digestive system, travelling can throw your bowels off. There are, however, some things that you can do to keep some regularity in your life while on the road.
Read MoreWhat should I eat?
This question comes up quite frequently for people when they embark on the Low FODMAP diet. For people with IBS, the Low FODMAP diet can do wonders to identify their food-related triggers, but at the same time this elimination diet can feel quite restrictive. Sometimes finding foods you can eat...that you want to eat, can feel like a challenge (especially when you are hungry and want something to eat NOW, right?!)
Read Morehile the study of the gut microbiome is still in its infancy, we do know that it plays an important role in our health. Find out 6 foods you can eat to boost the health of our gut!
Read MoreLooking for breakfast inspiration while on the Low FODMAP Diet? I’ve got you covered with these 10 delicious breakfasts.
Read MoreThinking about starting the Low FODMAP Diet? Make sure you do this one thing first.
Read MoreFor most of us, when we first come across the term FODMAP, we may quietly ask ourselves “What the FODMAP is a FODMAP? Is it another fad diet making the rounds or some sort of ‘super food’ I should be eating?” I’m here to tell you that it’s not another fad diet (thank goodness, right?) and it certainly isn’t a new trendy food making the rounds in the posh wellness scene right now.
Read MoreThinking about trying the Low FODMAP Diet for your Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Before you start, check out what I learned in doing the whole process in my household.
Read MoreHave you heard about probiotics? What about prebiotics? Do you know the difference?
Read MoreFibers are long chains of carbohydrates that withstand our body’s digestive process. What’s more, is that there are two distinct types of fiber, soluble and insoluble which differ in their physical structure and impact on health. Do you know the difference between them?
Read MoreReal Food. Less confusion. More enjoyment.
Kate Chury is a Nutritionist and Food Educator with a passion for food and nutrition. She believes in helping people develop a healthy relationship with food while inspiring them in the kitchen.
