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What causes heartburn?

Did you know that the acid in your stomach is strong enough to dissolve razor blades? It has to be though. The mouth is the gateway to the gut and … What causes heartburn?

Can eating chicken cause IBS?

I’ve written on this subject many times before, and when we consider that a gut infection is one of the top 3 causes of IBS, then yes I can categorically … Can eating chicken cause IBS?

Join our Affiliate Programme

I have some very exciting news!  I have just launched my Just For Tummies Affiliate Programme, and I am now looking for Affiliates to join me. Since setting up Just … Join our Affiliate Programme

Herbs to help relieve the symptoms of IBS

Being a naturopathic colon hydrotherapist and trained in using certain herbs to implant rectally during colon hydrotherapy treatment, one of the most common herbs used is chamomile to help reduce … Herbs to help relieve the symptoms of IBS

Will increasing fibre in my diet improve my IBS and constipation?

I get asked this question many times, especially by people who have been diagnosed with IBS (C) – ‘C’ for ‘constipation’. Constipation is classed medically as having less than 3 … Will increasing fibre in my diet improve my IBS and constipation?

Food is supposed to nourish us, not make us afraid to eat it

You would think that here in the UK, in the 21st century, nutrient deficiencies would be impossible to contemplate.  After all, just look at the abundance of food on offer … Food is supposed to nourish us, not make us afraid to eat it

IBS: What is it? What causes it! What cures it?

A natural medicine practitioner’s viewpoint What is is IBS? New criteria for diagnosing functional gastrointestinal disorders were released in June 2016 and medical professionals have been following them since December … IBS: What is it? What causes it! What cures it?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a complex condition

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a very complex condition, causing Doctors and Gastroenterologists to scratch their heads as they try to find the cause and a solution in an … Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a complex condition

April is IBS Awareness Month

We have many ‘awareness’ months throughout the year, but one that is of particular interest to me is April because it’s IBS Awareness Month.  You will probably see more ‘chatter’ … April is IBS Awareness Month

15 Ways To Lower Inflammation, Balance Hormones & Restore Gut Health

The overwhelming majority of us out there today are – quite literally – digging their own graves with their teeth! The foods we eat and the habits that we have … 15 Ways To Lower Inflammation, Balance Hormones & Restore Gut Health

I faced my fears and had my smear

I faced my fears and had my smear. Cervical cancer is the most common cancer in women under 35. I’m 58, not in my 20’s or 30’s, and I had … I faced my fears and had my smear

My five top tips to reduce bloating, stomach pain and constipation

Symptoms of IBS, bloating, stomach pain, trapped painful gas, constipation, heartburn and acid reflux can have a detrimental impact on your health and wellbeing. Your professional life may be affected … My five top tips to reduce bloating, stomach pain and constipation