So many people struggle with digestive discomfort, believing IBS is something they’ll have to live with forever. After countless medications, tests, and frustrations, it’s easy to lose hope. At Just For Tummies, we hear from so many people at their wits’ end, thinking that they are saddled with their debilitating IBS symptoms for life. As […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a complex set of symptoms and root causes, from negative shifts in your microbiome to food intolerance to a dysregulated gut-brain connection. When you start to tackle ways of fixing IBS through diet and lifestyle and targeted supplements, you need to be consistent and patient – remember, it’s not likely […]
In this video I share the story of Helen and her daughter, both of whom had struggled for a long time with digestive issues – Helen with ongoing IBS symptoms and recurring diverticulitis, and her daughter with a persistent cough due to silent reflux. Four years ago, both Helen and her daughter started to take […]
The way we think and how we feel can hugely impact on our digestion. There is a large connection between our brain, our mood and our ability to break down food. In high stress situations, when the body is in ‘fight or flight mode’ we do not prioritise digestive processes. This can lead to less […]
I would like to share this video of me reading out a lovely, uplifting testimonial that I received from Zena, who was almost at her wits’ end when she contacted me, having struggled with IBS symptoms for over 30 years. I often receive messages from people like Zena, who have suffered with IBS and other […]
Despite its sometimes misleading name, heartburn is caused by the regurgitation of stomach acid upwards into the oesophagus, not the heart. In addition to heartburn, there are several other symptoms that indicate you have acid damage, including the following: Millions of people in the UK have gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD), the most common form of […]
Reflexology can be of significant benefit to you when trying to pinpoint areas in your body that are not working as they should be. It’s a particularly effective treatment when it comes to helping to increase blood flow and stimulation to the digestive system and decrease stress to that area of your body. With that […]
If you have IBS, navigating mealtimes can feel a bit like a digestive minefield. Many people with IBS end up restricting their diet, keeping the same few foods on rotation as they are simply too anxious to eat much of anything for fear of flare-ups. Not only can limiting what you put on your plate […]
IBS doesn’t have to be a life sentence, as some sufferers are often told by their GP. You can find ways to enjoy the food and drink that you love, and live your life in the way of your choosing, free from the shackles of a condition which far too many people believe they have […]
Food poisoning is one of the most common causes of an increased risk of developing IBS, and the number one cause of developing post-infectious IBS (PI-IBS). Food poisoning happens when people consume food that is contaminated with harmful bacteria, parasites, viruses or toxins. Also known as foodborne illness, it can cause a range of symptoms, […]
Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be a silent struggle. For many people, the symptoms are mild enough that they do not talk about it with friends or family. They deal with the pain and discomfort in silence. Others feel too embarrassed or ashamed to talk about their bowels, and many others have been […]
