Lorraine Cooney

When a flare hits, it can be more than just physically uncomfortable—it can be frustrating, exhausting and even overwhelming. Whether it’s triggered by certain foods, stress, anxiety or seemingly out of the blue, flares are a common challenge for many living with gut issues like IBS. Symptoms like stomach cramps, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation can

Let’s Talk Tolerance & Triggers: Why Your Gut is as Unique as You Are! Did you know that just because someone else can’t tolerate certain foods, like onions, garlic, or wheat, doesn’t mean you automatically can’t either? It’s true—when it comes to gut health, each of us has unique tolerances and triggers. Foods that can

Some good news when it comes to supporting gut health and managing constipation- snacks like dates and chocolate can not only satisfy your sweet tooth, but they can also help support better digestion. This recipe for Dark Chocolate Peanut Dates is not only delicious but also loaded with ingredients that promote healthy bowel movements. Why

If you’re someone who’s been struggling with gut issues for what feels like an eternity, I get it. The discomfort, the bloating, the unpredictable bathroom trips—it’s exhausting. After all the dietary changes, supplements, and lifestyle adjustments that have barely moved the needle, it’s no wonder many turn to food intolerance tests for answers. These tests

Managing gut symptoms like bloating can be a challenge, especially when it comes to trying to include enough fibre into your diet without triggering symptoms. However, not all high-fibre foods are created equal. Here are 10 gut-friendly options that are packed with fibre but gentle on the digestive system, and can help manage gut symptoms,

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, is essentially a disruption in the way your gut and brain communicate. Unfortunately, there’s no blood test or imaging that can definitively confirm IBS, making it a tricky condition to diagnose. Instead, IBS is diagnosed based on specific symptoms and criteria, after ruling out other conditions like coeliac disease and

Constipation is a common issue that can significantly affect your quality of life. This condition can appear in various forms, ranging in severity and duration, and can cause discomfort, bloating, gas, and even impact your mood and sex life. Many people either don’t recognize the symptoms or prefer to suffer in silence due to the

In the world of nutrition, fats often get a bad rap. But not all fats are created equal, especially when it comes to gut health. Essential fatty acids, particularly those found in foods like oily fish, nuts, seeds, avocados and extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome.