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The Low-FODMAP Diet for Beginners: What You Need To Know
If you suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) you may have stumbled upon the term ‘Low-FODMAP Diet,’ but what exactly is a FODMAP and what does the FODMAP diet involve? In this beginner's guide...
Read moreA Guide To The Ten Worst Foods For IBS: What To Avoid
Living with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be a constant struggle. The unpredictable and often debilitating symptoms can make it difficult to enjoy a normal life. One of the key ways to manage ...
Read moreHormone Balancing Foods: Fighting Hormonal Weight Gain Naturally
Hormonal imbalance can be the root cause of myriad health issues in women, ranging from irregular menstrual cycles to weight fluctuations, mood swings, digestive issues and chronic conditions like ...
Read moreIs Chocolate Good For You? Unwrapping The Health Benefits of Cacao
If you have a sweet tooth, as so many people do, you might be prone to regular chocolate cravings and frequently tempted by a piece of chocolate (or six!) but then feel terribly guilty for the rest...
Read moreWhat is Spirulina?: Key Health Benefits of This Nutrient-Packed Superfood
When it comes to superfoods, you can’t go past Spirulina. This blue-green algae (yes - it doesn’t sound the most appealing thing to consume but stick with us!) is a nutritional powerhouse that is p...
Read moreDiet and Mental Health: How Fibre Influences Mental Wellbeing
The connection between diet and mental health is a hot topic, and fibre plays a crucial role. Research suggests that high-fibre diets can significantly impact mental health, with various studies sh...
Read moreDoes Flaxseed Decrease Testosterone? An email arrived last week from a bloke looking to avoid the flaxseed in Blend11 & Blend13 due to their hormonal activity (he was justifiably concerned a...
Read moreGoji Berries - a Natural Jing Tonic
Why are Goji Berries a superfood? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, they are considered a ‘Jing Tonic’. If you are feeling fatigued, it may be that your Jing is being drained.
Read moreBowel Problems & Your Pelvic Floor
Have you tried all the diets, all the supplements, all the fibres, all the medications & the meditations…& still can’t get your body to just poo normally, regularly and comfortably? What ...
Read moreBristol Stool Chart: Teaching Kids What’s Normal
Download our Bristol Stool Chart Print out this Bristol Stool Chart and laminate it for the back of the toilet door. Leave it there until your kids know exactly what they should be doing (or pooin...
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