General Health Blogs

A new study has uncovered that if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, you don’t need to cut out all FODMAPs to get relief from IBS!  This is welcome news to everyone with IBS as as the FODMAP diet is overly restrictive, complex and often completely impractical.  Currently there are Four…...

Here is a Complete Guide to the 3 Phases of the FODMAP Diet with pro tips from a dietitian to help you navigate them all.  The FODMAP diet is an evidence-based diet that improves symptoms in 75% of people living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).  In Phase 1, you cut…...

“You don’t need to poop every day” is a statement that may do more harm than good.  While it is technically true, it can mislead those struggling with constipation. Let's debunk this myth and introduce the top 10 superfoods that can have you pooping every day, even on holidays.  Here…...

Research has bolstered support for new therapies to treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).  People often benefit from a combination of these therapies to treat their IBS effectively. That is, most people find optimal results when they work with a practitioner to try several different therapies to treat IBS.  What are…...

Which natural supplements help Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) symptoms, backed by scientific studies and commonly recommended by gastroenterologists?  Most people living with IBS can expect to improve their digestive symptoms when they follow a low FODMAP diet, but it is very restrictive and almost impossible to eat out.  Now an…...

10 Healthy Habits to Lose Weight and Keep It Off, Without Going on a Diet. Here are 10 healthy habits to lose weight and keep it off, without going on a diet. The problem with most diets is that you regain all the weight you lost, as soon as you…...

How To Avoid Gut Issues for Runners As a sport dietitian, I often get asked how to avoid gut issues for runners. Whether you are running the BMO Marathon, the Penticton Ironman or an ultra trail race, learn what causes gut issues during runs and how to prevent them.  Here,…...

Is Intermittent Fasting Helpful for Women during Perimenopause? Most of the research on intermittent fasting has been done on men and very little data exists on women, so I asked the question: is intermittent fasting helpful for women during perimenopause? This blog reviews the research on the impact of intermittent…...

New study uncovers high prevalence of undiagnosed Celiac Disease among family members A new study just published by the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research earlier this year, found that 44% of the immediate family members of patients with celiac disease had undiagnosed Celiac Disease themselves. The vast majority of the family members…...