IBS-friendly travel tips

IBS-friendly travel tips

Travelling is an exciting adventure that allows you to explore new places, experience different cultures and create lasting memories. However, for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the prospect of travelling can create anxiety around diet and managing IBS...
The microbiome and gut health

The microbiome and gut health

A current hot topic is the effect of the microbiome and gut health on immunity and IBS symptoms. Typically, we have 39 trillion bacteria, viruses and fungi in our body. These are collectively known as the microbiome. Some of these are associated with disease, whilst...
IBS treatment options

IBS treatment options

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can range from ‘bothersome’ to ‘debilitating’. But, finding some relief can be difficult. There is a plethora of information available about IBS treatment options. Trusted sites for information about IBS symptoms...
Does low FODMAP mean weight loss?

Does low FODMAP mean weight loss?

IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) isn’t life threatening, but it can be debilitating and have a significant impact on the lives of sufferers and their families. People often use different strategies to navigate tricky situations, such as avoiding nights out, shopping and...
Is diarrhoea typical of IBS symptoms?

Is diarrhoea typical of IBS symptoms?

IBS symptoms can be debilitating and have a significant impact on the lives of sufferers and their families. But, is diarrhoea typical of IBS symptoms? IBS symptoms manifest themselves in different forms, some people experience loose stools and urgency, whilst others...