Registered Dietitian Christine Everest

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Christine Everest

New Zealand Based Registered Dietitian

Christine Everest is a FODMAP trained registered dietitian in New Zealand, with experience working in hospital and private practice settings. Her strong holistic approach to health complements her special interest in gastrointestinal disorders and women’s health. She also provides educational seminars to other health professionals to raise awareness of the role of nutrition in health and disease.

Christine is on a personal mission to empower people to move forward as they navigate through their health challenges.

WEBSITE: christineeverest.co.nz

Professional Qualifications

Registered Dietitian in New Zealand

Qualifications

NZ Registered Dietitian
BSc (Human Nutrition)
Post Graduate Diploma (Dietetics) (Masters Equiv.)
BPhEd
Otago University, New Zealand
Monash University Low FODMAP Course 2013

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Happy Easter! There is lots of chocolate eating happening here at the moment. You can still enjoy some even if you are on the low FODMAP diet.

White chocolate, milk chocolate and dark chocolate all have low FODMAP servings. Check the Monash University FODMAP Diet App for details.

Also check your chocolate for sneaky high FODMAP ingredients like inulin/chicory root fibre as these can trigger symptoms.

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Happy Easter! There is lots of chocolate eating happening here at the moment. You can still enjoy some even if you are on the low FODMAP diet.

White chocolate, milk chocolate and dark chocolate all have low FODMAP servings. Check the Monash University FODMAP Diet App for details.

Also check your chocolate for sneaky high FODMAP ingredients like inulin/chicory root fibre as these can trigger symptoms.

My hot cross bun muffins have been super popular on A Little Bit Yummy this week!

Making #glutenfree and #lowFODMAP hot cross buns is not my strength and they always turn into little bricks (not fun to eat), so I’ve come up with an alternative recipe for you!

These hot cross bun muffins contain all the BEST bits of hot cross buns. They have the warm and fragrant spices and fruit you find in hot cross buns and all wrapped up into a glorious muffin. They are delicious, a little sweet with a light delicate crumb and they are oh-so-good smothered in butter or dairy free spread.

Head to alittlebityummy (dot) com and search ‘hot cross’ or follow my profile link for the recipe.

What are you eating this Easter? I’d love to know.

#glutenfreerecipe #easterrecipes #hotcrossbuns #lowFODMAP #fodmap #ibsfriendly #coeliac

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🚨New article alert. When I asked you what content you wanted for #IBSAwareness Month many of you commented that you were struggling with symptoms that swing from diarrhoea to constipation.

We’ve created a brand new article to help. It’s packed full of tips for managing IBS-M, and we hope it makes your life a little bit easier.

Big thanks to accredited practising dietitian Joanna Baker from @theguthealthdietitian, who reviewed the article.

Follow my profile link to read the article or head to alittlebityummy (dot) com and search ‘IBS-M’

What gut symptoms do you struggle with most?

#ibs #fodmaps #lowfodmap #ibsfriendly

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Visceral hypersensitivity is part of the #IBS puzzle. Learning what it is and implementing lifestyle strategies to reduce visceral hypersensitivity can help improve IBS symptoms.

#ibsawareness #fodmap #lowfodmap

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Visceral hypersensitivity is part of the #IBS puzzle. Learning what it is and implementing lifestyle strategies to reduce visceral hypersensitivity can help improve IBS symptoms.

#ibsawareness #fodmap #lowfodmap

Stop scrolling if you love cupcakes. These gorgeous #lowfodmap carrot cake cupcakes need to be on your baking list.

They are moist and fluffy with hints of cinnamon and a velvety buttercream frosting. These make a wonderful Easter treat.

Get the recipe here: https://alittlebityummy.com/recipe/en-us/low-fodmap-carrot-cake-cupcakes/

What food have you been enjoying this weekend? Let me know below 👇

#glutenfree #fodmap #ibsfriendly #glutenfreerecipe

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Stop scrolling if you love cupcakes. These gorgeous #lowfodmap carrot cake cupcakes need to be on your baking list.

They are moist and fluffy with hints of cinnamon and a velvety buttercream frosting. These make a wonderful Easter treat.

Get the recipe here: https://alittlebityummy.com/recipe/en-us/low-fodmap-carrot-cake-cupcakes/

What food have you been enjoying this weekend? Let me know below 👇

#glutenfree #fodmap #ibsfriendly #glutenfreerecipe

Hand’s down this might just be the best dip I’ve ever made. It’s creamy, and cheesy, and hearty and ridiculously moreish all at once. It comes out of the oven bubbling hot and ready to be scooped up with your favourite corn chips.

Now, to make this recipe #lowFODMAP, I created my own homemade ranch dressing (this takes less than 5 minutes) and I swapped out Franks Red Sauce for sriracha so we can control both the heat level and the FODMAP content.

This dip is super tasty but has a mild level of heat - if you like things spicy then I’ve added instructions on how to increase the heat in the recipe.

Head to alittlebityummy.com and search ‘buffalo’ for the recipe or follow the direct link https://alittlebityummy.com/recipe/en-us/yummy-low-fodmap-buffalo-dip/

What dips do you love? Leave me a comment so I can make it next.

#fodmap #ibs #lowfodmapdiet

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Hand’s down this might just be the best dip I’ve ever made. It’s creamy, and cheesy, and hearty and ridiculously moreish all at once. It comes out of the oven bubbling hot and ready to be scooped up with your favourite corn chips.

Now, to make this recipe #lowFODMAP, I created my own homemade ranch dressing (this takes less than 5 minutes) and I swapped out Franks Red Sauce for sriracha so we can control both the heat level and the FODMAP content.

This dip is super tasty but has a mild level of heat - if you like things spicy then I’ve added instructions on how to increase the heat in the recipe.

Head to alittlebityummy.com and search ‘buffalo’ for the recipe or follow the direct link https://alittlebityummy.com/recipe/en-us/yummy-low-fodmap-buffalo-dip/

What dips do you love? Leave me a comment so I can make it next.

#fodmap #ibs #lowfodmapdiet

If you could tell your younger self one thing about your gut journey - what would you say?

Would you tell them a tip that helped? Give them a gentle reminder? Tell them something to avoid? Or is there something else on your mind?

#ibsawareness #ibs #fodmap

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If you could tell your younger self one thing about your gut journey - what would you say?

Would you tell them a tip that helped? Give them a gentle reminder? Tell them something to avoid? Or is there something else on your mind?

#ibsawareness #ibs #fodmap

Bathroom embarrassment and anxiety when you are out and about is a real thing when you have IBS.

Ideally, we want you to reach a stage where you don’t have to worry about the bathroom anymore, so working with a dietitian and checking out our FODMAP Made Easy program should be a top priority.

In the meantime, we also have some useful tips:

1. Have a plan in case you need to go. There are apps that are designed to help you find publicly available toilets.
2. Courtesy flushes: Flush with every ‘plop’ to help reduce odour and mask noises.
3. Vent it out: If you have the option of opening a window or turning on a fan use these strategies to help reduce odour.
4. Odour eliminator spray: You can get travel-sized toilet spray like ‘poo pourri’ that fits in your pocket. Spritz 3-5 sprays into the bowl before you go to create a film that helps seal in the odour when you go.
5. Play white noise or nature sounds: If you are really conscious of noises when you go, then try playing white noise or nature sounds on your phone. Or pop your earbuds in and distract yourself by listening to music or a podcast.
6. Spare underwear: If you’ve stopped going out because you are scared of having an accident, then pop a pair of spare underwear in your bag along with some wipes. Also, make sure you see a dietitian who specialises in gut issues who can help you sort out any urgency issues and get your bowel movements under control.

Need help with your IBS symptoms? We know that living with gut issues is super tough and they can suck the joy out of life. Managing symptoms can be overwhelming and feels like a full-time job. We’ve specifically designed the FODMAP Made Easy program to help you manage the overwhelm. Check out my profile link for more information or head to alittlebityummy (dot) com

#ibs #irritablebowelsyndrome #lowfodmap #ibsawarenessmonth #ibsfriendly