The Nordic Diet is based on the traditional ways of eating in the Nordic countries and includes plants that are able to be grown in Northern European Countries, potentially reducing food miles.
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Want to hack your gut health? Try 30 plant points a week
Research suggests that consuming a diverse range of 30 different types of plants each week offers numerous health benefits. A varied plant-based diet provides a spectrum of essential nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber, contributing to improved overall well-being. Studies show that such variety supports gut microbiome diversity, enhances nutrient absorption, and may reduce the risk of […]
Post-Infective IBS After Wild Swimming: Understanding the Connection and Finding Relief
Wild swimming, the practice of swimming in natural bodies of water, has gained popularity in recent years as a refreshing and adventurous way to connect with nature. While wild swimming offers numerous health benefits, including physical exercise and mental rejuvenation, there have been cases where individuals developed a condition known as post-infective irritable bowel syndrome […]
The confusing world of gastro terminology: Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Reflux, GORD, Heartburn or Barrett’s Oesophagus?
Digestive discomfort is a common ailment experienced by many individuals. However, the terminology used to describe these symptoms can often be confusing. Terms such as dyspepsia, indigestion, reflux, GORD (gastro-oesophageal reflux disease), heartburn, and Barrett’s oesophagus are frequently used interchangeably, leading to uncertainty among patients. So, what do all these words actually mean? Dyspepsia and […]
Constipation and the menopause: what do you need to know?
Many high profile people have been coming forward in the media to talk about their experiences of menopause. It’s a relief to see this significant aspect of life being discussed more openly and today I caught up with Dr Mayhead, Consultant Gastroenterologist, to get his perspective on constipation with specific relevance to post menopause. But […]
Top 5 Tips for Avoiding Ultra Processed Food (UPF) on a Budget
I caught up with the GastroDoctor in-house Dietitian, Bryony Campion, to talk ultra processed foods (UPFs) and find out what her top tips were for cutting down whilst on a budget. But, first of all, what are UPFs? UPFs refer to food products that have undergone extensive processing and contain additives, preservatives, and artificial ingredients. […]
It’s all in the breath: testing for SIBO, lactose and fructose intolerance
When it comes to our well-being, maintaining a healthy digestive system is paramount. Yet, understanding and diagnosing digestive disorders can be a perplexing journey. Thankfully, advancements in medical science have led to a groundbreaking technique known as hydrogen-methane breath testing. This non-invasive procedure offers a window into the world of lactose intolerance, fructose intolerance, and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), all conditions that can be responsible for a range of gut symptoms.
The Connection Between Diarrhoea-Predominant IBS and Bile Acid Syndrome
When it comes to our well-being, few things are as essential as a healthy gut. In the realm of gut disorders, two conditions have recently caught the attention of researchers and clinicians: diarrhoea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS-D) and bile acid malabsorption syndrome (BAM). Ongoing work is illuminating a complex overlap between these two conditions and […]