Symptoms

What causes bloating?

We’ve all been there – overindulged on all the festive food and wound up feeling like a stuffed turkey, in the most uncomfortable of ways.  Stomach bloating is a common … What causes bloating?

Get rid of urinary tract infections (UTIs), thrush and bacterial vaginosis with my probiotic pessaries

Those of you who have been part of my ‘Tummy health community’ for a while now will probably be familiar with the idea that a healthy balance of good and … Get rid of urinary tract infections (UTIs), thrush and bacterial vaginosis with my probiotic pessaries

Can Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) cause IBS?

Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) is a common bacterium that can inhabit the stomach and has the ability to actually burrow deep into the lining of the stomach where it can begin … Can Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) cause IBS?

Heal your gut, heal your skin

On my 14th birthday, my parents gave me a book called Feed Your Face by Diana Binchin. The book is no longer in print. In fact, when I Google it, … Heal your gut, heal your skin

Problem skin? It’s time to look at your gut health

At least 50% of the patients who come to see me in my clinic with their digestive disorders also have an issue with their skin. They complain that their skin … Problem skin? It’s time to look at your gut health

What are the best natural remedies for constipation?

I recently received a rather uplifting review from a woman in her 60s, who had purchased my Digestive Enzymes. She’s suffered chronic constipation, bloating and indigestion for some considerable time.  … What are the best natural remedies for constipation?

The benefits of taking activated charcoal

I’ve been a natural health therapist for more than 30 years now, and I have carried out tens of thousands of consultations and treatments in that time. One of my … The benefits of taking activated charcoal

Why do we get constipated?

In my role as a colon hydrotherapist and the founder of Just For Tummies, barely a day goes by when I’m not asked about constipation.  This comes as no surprise … Why do we get constipated?

The link between the menopause and gut health

The connection between gut health and the menopause Not only does the menopause mess around with our weight, our mood and our brain, did you know that the menopause can … The link between the menopause and gut health

Psoriasis – More than Skin Deep

There are around 8 million people in the UK affected by psoriasis – one of the oldest skin diseases known to mankind. It is disfiguring and can cause social anxiety, … Psoriasis – More than Skin Deep

This has changed my life!

The Summer school holidays are almost upon us. If you’re going on holiday soon, I wish you a very happy, relaxing time and I hope that if you do have a … This has changed my life!

What is diverticular disease?

Nearly 1 in 10 people over 45 have diverticulosis, pocketing in the large bowel. This may increase to around 8 in 10 people by the age of 85. Around 2 in 10 people with diverticulosis will go … What is diverticular disease?