Symptoms

Is it IBS or ovarian cancer?

I’ve put this blog post together because women need to understand that one of the symptoms of ovarian cancer is bloating. Bloating that’s related to ovarian cancer may cause visible … Is it IBS or ovarian cancer?

Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) – what everyone should know

Recently, I’ve noticed I’m getting more and more enquiries from people who’ve been diagnosed with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and are struggling to manage their symptoms. Unfortunately, when diagnosed, they … Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) – what everyone should know

Beat menopausal bloating and acid reflux with Digestive Enzymes

When I received the following message from Louise, I felt compelled to share it, for both its positive outcome and message of hope. It’s a simple illustration of how helpful … Beat menopausal bloating and acid reflux with Digestive Enzymes

Sam’s story – bouncing back from rock bottom to reclaim her health

I recently received this lovely testimonial from Sam Uden, who first contacted me a couple of months ago when, to use her words, she was ‘falling apart’.    “Linda and … Sam’s story – bouncing back from rock bottom to reclaim her health

UTI prevention for the over 45’s

A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is one of the most common infections among women, but that doesn’t stop it from being a nuisance, with what can sometimes be unbearable pain. … UTI prevention for the over 45’s

Bile Acid Malabsorption – is it causing your IBS (D)?

I’ve been getting lots of enquiries from people, particularly women, who have been diagnosed with IBD (D). Here the (D) stands for diarrhoea. However, some of these women have been … Bile Acid Malabsorption – is it causing your IBS (D)?

A Quick Guide to Barrett’s Oesophagus: Symptoms, Management, Treatment

Over the years, a considerable number of people have contacted me asking for help to manage their acid reflux.  Very often, they ask if they can stop taking their proton … A Quick Guide to Barrett’s Oesophagus: Symptoms, Management, Treatment

How stress wreaks havoc on your gut – and what to do about it

You may have read that more and more scientific studies are showing that there is a proven connection between the mind and the gut, but what does this mean?  Well, … How stress wreaks havoc on your gut – and what to do about it

Sugar: pure, white and deadly

Sugar may satisfy your sweet tooth, but consuming too much of it comes at a cost to your health. Here are five things you may not know about sugar. Sugar … Sugar: pure, white and deadly

H. pylori – the silent (and sometimes deadly) bacteria inside us

Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) is a spiral-shaped bacterium that lives in the stomach and has been infecting people for a long time, with some times deadly results. Find out what causes an … H. pylori – the silent (and sometimes deadly) bacteria inside us

Stomach Acid – why it’s so important to your health

Ever since I first went into clinical practice almost 29 years ago, I’ve been alarmed at the increasing number of people taking strong proton pump inhibitor drugs (PPIs) like omeprazole … Stomach Acid – why it’s so important to your health

Understanding Leaky Gut Syndrome

Go back a few years and leaky gut syndrome had only been heard of by digestive health experts. Thankfully it is now becoming more widely known, but what is it? … Understanding Leaky Gut Syndrome