Elaine’s IBS Journey
If you are feeling lonely and isolated due to your gut issues, then you are not alone. Living with a chronic illness is tough and we want to let you know that you aren’t doing this alone. There are lots of people out there who understand your struggles....
What Causes Bloating? 13 Strategies to Help
If you are constantly struggling with your belly and feel like you look 6 months pregnant then this article is for you. It’s time to beat the bloat. Let’s figure out what causes bloating and some strategies to help. What is bloating? Bloating is very common...
Is Aquafaba Low FODMAP?
If you are on a vegan diet then you might be using aquafaba to whip up a range of egg free treats like meringues or mousse. It’s a magical ingredient and is now appearing in quite a few so called ‘low FODMAP’ recipes, but it might not be as tummy friendly as you...
How To Do A Low FODMAP Gluten Challenge
If you’ve been battling with a dodgy belly then you might have removed gluten from your diet before getting tested for coeliac disease. In this article, we’re going to discuss how to get an accurate test for coeliac disease by doing a low FODMAP gluten challenge. Did...
Should you restart the low FODMAP diet if you eat a high FODMAP food?
Hello my friends. We’ve been getting a lot of emails from you lately, which we love! However, we’ve been seeing a common theme. Lots of you want to know if you have to restart the low FODMAP diet (aka the elimination phase / first phase) if you eat a high FODMAP food....
Can I eat this? Testing your FODMAP tolerance to untested foods
You’ve found your favourite Margarita mix, hot sauce, or exotic fruit and it’s not listed in the Monash University FODMAP Diet App. You’re wondering… can I eat this? Well, my friends, there is only one way to find out. You have to try it. We’re going to walk you...
Preparing a Low FODMAP Pantry for Covid-19 Isolation
The world is changing and with the novel coronavirus spreading, a lot of people are feeling anxious. In many countries isolation measures are being put in place to help reduce the risk of people catching Covid-19 and the burden of the virus on our health care...
Why is Garlic Infused Oil Low FODMAP?
Newsflash: Garlic infused oil is low FODMAP. Garlic lovers, you can celebrate now as this secret ingredient can help you reclaim that garlic flavour with out upsetting your belly. BUT how? I know. It’s confusing right? Most of you probably know that garlic is high...
A Year in Reflection: Love, Loss & Unexpected Journeys
Where did 2019 go! I feel like it was only a few days ago that I was setting New Year goals and laying out the hopes and dreams for my year. Well this year has not been what I expected when it came to my health and life. How did yours work out? Mine has been an...
3 Epic Low FODMAP Sharing Platters
Oh hello! Lots of you have been popping into our inbox with a super important question: What low FODMAP dish can I take to share at my work place, Christmas party, pot luck, BBQ, or family dinner? I’ve heard you. I know that you want a super delicious plate that is...
Low FODMAP Christmas Gift Round Up 2019
Please note this article does contain affiliate links. And just like that it’s almost Christmas! This time of year is busy and stressful and sometimes finding that perfect gift can feel like a bit of a nightmare. That’s okay I’ve got you covered with these 11 low...
How To Use Leek Leaves To Replace Onion On Low FODMAP Diet
Oh hello! You lovely humans surprised me by going crazy (in the good way) when I posted the below photo on social media. Your questions on my post made me realise that having a visual guide of how to use leek leaves to replace onion on the low FODMAP diet would be...
Review of Epicured Low FODMAP Prepared Meals
This post is sponsored by Epicured & includes affiliate links. Life can be hectic. I get it. Sometimes you just don’t have time to cook a meal from scratch. You need a little bit of convenience and someone else to deliver some food love to your door. Well, this...
Are FODMAPs Hiding in Your Supplements?
When starting the low FODMAP diet, many of us focus on removing high FODMAP foods and beverages, while sometimes forgetting to look for sneaky FODMAPs in our supplements. Did you know that high FODMAP ingredients are often added to supplements, vitamins, and...
Are FODMAPs in Toothpaste and Mouthwash a Problem?
If you’re a label reading ninja then you might have noticed that many toothpaste and mouthwash brands can contain high FODMAP polyols like sorbitol. We get so many questions about this issue that we thought it was time to have a chat. Before you panic and throw your...
Food Chemicals or FODMAPs – What’s Causing Your Symptoms?
Some days ‘Anna’s’ gut isn’t just irritable. Some days, it’s furious and vindictive. On these days, multiple bathroom visits mean it takes two hours for her to get ready for work. When she does leave the house, she takes a route that has public toilets along the way....
Could Yoga Help Your IBS Symptoms
Hi All! My name is Erin Kukura, and I am a Registered Dietitian and Yoga Teacher Trainee. I’m here to chat to you about how yoga can be an effective tool to help you reduce IBS symptoms and manage stress. The Stress & IBS Cycle Before we get started it’s good to...
Is It Okay To Combine Elimination Diets?
If you have IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome), a quick internet search will surface dozens of diets claiming to be the one and only answer to all of your digestive woes. Not only do you have to sift through the search results to find any sliver of truth, you will also be...
How To Host A Gluten Free & Low FODMAP Brunch
It’s Coeliac Awareness Week here in New Zealand! Lots of you already know that I’m a coeliac and I’m five years into my gluten free journey. This year I’m super honoured to announce that I’m Coeliac New Zealand’s Food Ambassador for 2019! This June I’m helping raise...
The pitfalls of demonising high FODMAP foods
Okay peeps. I know when you live with irritable intestines it can be easy to swear off ANY foods that you think are contributing to your flares. I get it. No one enjoys being crippled over with abdominal pain, flattening young children as you sprint to the loo or god...
The Truth About Broccoli & The Low FODMAP Diet
Hello! It’s time. Time to learn the truth about broccoli and the low FODMAP diet. This tasty little veggie causes a LOT of confusion in the FODMAP world. We blame this on misinformation in outdated food lists. Broccoli is often portrayed as high FODMAP and considered...
Low FODMAP Easter Chocolate Round Up
Being a self-confessed chocolate addict, Easter is an especially exciting time for me! I get to hang out with all my chocolate friends aka Easter Eggs… However, sometimes the wrong Easter egg can send me dashing to the loo! Not all Easter treats are created equal and...
Are Garlic Chives Low FODMAP?
Missing garlic? We’re not surprised and we’re here to save the day. It turns out garlic chives might be the perfect low FODMAP solution to help you get that garlicky hit without the stomach ache. Over the past few years, we’ve had dozens of followers ask are garlic...
Why I wrote The Gut Friendly Cookbook
Eek! I’m super excited to announce that my FIRST ever low FODMAP cookbook is now available for purchasing! If you just can’t wait till the end of the article to get your hands on The Gut Friendly Cookbook then head here 👉 (PS I’ll even sign a copy...
Do you need to break up with avocado on the low FODMAP diet?
Whether you LOVE it or hate it avocado is an adored food for many… and losing avocado when starting the low FODMAP diet can be soul destroying – believe me, I’ve been there. Some of us might be inadvertently missing out on a favourite food when there’s no...
Low FODMAP Movie Snack Ideas + Valentine’s Day Movie Round Up
Valentine’s Day is almost here and like us you might still be planning your romantic date, hang out session with the girls (or boys), or carving out some special ‘me’ time. So why not have a quiet night in with some good old classic rom-coms and yummy low FODMAP movie...
A Fresh Start For 2019 | Health & Wellness Resolutions
It’s New Year’s again… when did that happen?! This means it’s the season for resolutions. I’m not sure I’m quite ready. Some of my resolutions from last year are still a work in progress (I’m still a perfectionist and my daily yoga goal needs some love!). But I’m...
47 Low FODMAP Holiday Recipes
4 Lessons I’ve Learned From Being Chronically Ill
I’m all down for a good old pity party now and then but as we approach the holiday season I’m taking time to reflect (yip I know it sounds cheesy!)…. And find the good stuff about life. I’ve officially been unwell for over half my life which is crazy. I still remember...
Low FODMAP Tofu… I’ve been doing it wrong!
October is World Vegetarian Month and while I’m a self-confessed omnivore, my household has been making more of an effort to eat vegetarian meals…. Which brings me to low FODMAP tofu and how to make it tasty. I’ve always had a bit of a mental block when it comes to...
