Overwhelming evidence to support the claim that folic acid fortification to wheat flour is advisable for women of childbearing age. Today the BBC reported that latest research, published in Public Health Reviews, claims evidence for limiting intake of folic acid to no more than 1mg a day is out-of-date and flawed. The new re-analysis of the data finds no relationship between higher levels of folic acid and harm, although some say there is still not enough proof to say fortifi

This is the third and final (maybe!) instalment of the Low FODMAP eat plan blog. My intention is to introduce you to a meal plan that might alleviate IBS symptoms. Studies show that following these guidelines can improve quality of life due to improved digestion for those who can not tolerate certain types of sugars. If you have IBS, theres nothing to lose! Only knowledge and experience to gain. Below are my TOP 5 tips to succeed at the low FODMAP diet. #1: If you are going

You'll be happy to know that if you chose to follow the low FODMAP diet, you CAN include wheat. The low FODMAP eating plan and the Gluten free diet are not the same thing- a popular misconception. It's mostly about portion size when it comes to eating wheat products while following the low FOMAP plan. So why does wheat cause abdominal discomfort, gas or bloating for those with IBS? Because wheat contains fructans and GOS (these fall under the O for oligosaccharides in the FO

It is already 2 weeks into 2018- how are those New Year resolutions going? Don't answer that- it doesn't really matter. I don't even make traditional resolutions, no over-promising here! Applying those SMART goals is a more realistic way to invite positive change into your life. Hope you've at least written down one and posted it on the fridge. So far, I've taken my first barre class (so much fun and challenging) and working toward my trail race (half marathon) at the end of

The New Year's message from health coaches and behaviour change leaders in the wellness industry can be unoriginal and so annoying. So here I am!! With my message for helping you to create lasting improvements by investing in yourself. I'm here to tell you to make a specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely (S.M.A.R.T.) goal for 2018. If you want to feel better, have increased energy, better sleep, or feel more focused- set a goal for yourself. This could be a