Festive feasting without the fuss
As we head into the festive season, no one wants to feel anxious about going to a party or social occasion. The last thing you need to be worrying about where the nearest toilet is, unable to fully relax, stressing over the menu, wondering if digestive symptoms are going to flare up. I recently received […]
The critical role of stomach acid – especially during the festive season
As the festive season approaches, you may be finding that you are already indulging in heavier, richer foods (enjoying the odd mince pie already?) and drinking more alcohol – I don’t know about you, but it feels as though the festivities start earlier and earlier with each passing year! These dietary changes can lead to […]
Surviving and thriving during menopause
Watch my video chat with Jane Barrett Here at Just For Tummies, we like to make a point of marking World Menopause Day, which takes place every October, by diving deeper into the powerful connection between the health of the gut and menopause. This year, I was delighted to speak to Jane Barrett, an experienced […]
Chia Seed Breakfast Bowl – our deliciously simple new recipe
Nourish your gut this autumn As we move into autumn, we wanted to share some delicious and nutritious recipes that not only embrace the season, but also support both your digestive and gut health as well as your emotional wellbeing – after all, this can be a more stressful time of year for many. We will be […]
Are you getting the right advice for your Diverticular Disease?
Why antibiotics alone aren’t enough – read our customers’ experiences As a digestive and gut health specialist and a complementary health practitioner with over 30 years of experience, it frustrates me deeply when I hear from people diagnosed with diverticular disease or diverticulitis who receive little more than a course of antibiotics – and nothing else. […]
Let’s celebrate the first ever Diverticular Disease Awareness Month
Join us in empowering those who need support and understanding We are thrilled to announce that this October marks the first ever Diverticular Disease Awareness Month! This initiative aims to bring some much-needed attention to diverticular disease, a condition that affects millions but remains largely misunderstood. As with similar awareness months, the goal is to […]
Can antacids cause bloating?
Is your tummy feeling tight, swollen, gassy and painful? Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) are the mainstay of treatment for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD). They are one of the most prescribed group of drugs in the western world. A study published in 2020 that evaluated their use in the UK over 15 years found that 20% […]
Is shift work wrecking your gut health?
Ways to manage the digestive impact of disrupted eating patterns Over the years, I’ve been contacted by dozens of people who work shifts (in health and social care, emergency and security services, as well as in many manufacturing industries) and who have digestive issues. Nurses who work on the maternity ward tell me that they […]
Your guide to a healthier summer
Supplements to keep you thriving this season Many of us tend to think about stocking up on supplements during autumn as we look to strengthen our defences against the incoming winter viruses. But looking after your health and wellbeing is essential all year round, and the summer season can bring unique challenges. We spend more […]
A healthier gut for a happier mind
“An overall feeling of wellness” for Claire Having a healthy gut plays a key role in maintaining an exceptional quality of life, including optimal fitness and a happy mood. The gut’s effects on wellness are profound – your gut and brain are more closely linked than you might think. If you have experienced having a […]
Is it IBS or SIBO? Watch the video.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) are two common gut conditions that often cause confusion and frustration. While they share similar symptoms like bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhoea, they are different conditions with differing underlying causes. In our most recent live video discussion, nutritional therapist, Sophia Hill and I took […]
Download our low-FODMAP Pad Thai recipe
Enjoy this IBS-friendly twist on an Asian classic Eating out and following a low-FODMAP diet is much simpler than it used to be, but Thai and other Asian restaurants aren’t always the easiest choices. Many sauces are so complex and elaborate, that it may be tricky to navigate these venues safely. But take heart! Our […]
Probiotics can improve your IBS symptoms
IBS is a complex set of symptoms and triggers, so any treatment protocol needs to be tailored to the individual. We all have different health conditions and medications we take, as well as unique symptoms, gut microbiomes, genetics, history, eating habits, responsibilities, and work patterns. I receive many, many enquiries from people looking for ‘IBS […]
Treatments tailor-made for transformation – My Viva-Mayr wellness ‘cure’
“Those who starve do not fast, and those who fast do not starve.” (From: ‘Modern Mayr Medicine and Viva-Mayr Principles for Good Digestion and a Better Life’ by Prof Harald Stossier and Dr. George Stossier.) Many of you will have read about or seen some of my posts from my recent stay at the Viva-Mayr […]
Antibiotic use as a risk factor for IBS
How a disrupted gut can trigger symptoms I recently spent two weeks at the wonderful Viva-Mayr Clinic of Modern Medicine in Austria carrying out their world-renowned wellness ‘cure’ and whilst there, I attended a few evening lectures where the medical doctors share their knowledge and wisdom on how to maintain a healthy gut. During one […]
The difference between colon hydrotherapy and a colonoscopy
As well as April being IBS awareness month, this is also bowel cancer awareness month, but the two conditions are not related. There is no evidence to suggest that IBS increases the risk of developing bowel cancer. The only way IBS and bowel cancer are related is that they can both cause bowel symptoms. People […]