UNDERSTANDING SIBO: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES AND TREATMENTS If you struggle with bloating and digestive issues that won’t budge, no matter what you do, you might be dealing with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (also known as SIBO). This condition develops when there is an abnormal increase in the bacteria populating your small intestine. SIBO causes pesky symptoms…
Why Do I Feel Bloated After Eating? 3 Common Causes You may look pregnant after a meal, but you know you’re not. Whether you feel embarrassed or you’re able to joke about it, eventually you just want to feel comfortable in zipped pants. What Causes Bloating? Bloating is a common issue affecting women at any…
PAIN AND DIGESTIVE ISSUES AFTER GALLBLADDER SURGERY: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Gallbladder removal surgery, known as cholecystectomy, is often hailed as a solution to the debilitating pain and discomfort caused by gallstones. However for some, this relief remains elusive and a continued battle with pain and digestive issues ensues. Considering that the majority of…
5 Causes of Constipation That Have Nothing to Do With Fiber If you experience chronic constipation you are far from alone. Constipation is one of the most common and frustrating issues faced by Australians. Based on the Rome III criteria, an estimated 1 in 4 Australian adults are struggling to move their bowels regularly (1).…
IBS, Digestive Symptoms and Anxiety: What’s the Connection? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), digestive symptoms and anxiety often go hand in hand. It’s not uncommon for people with IBS to experience anxiety, and conversely, for people with anxiety to also suffer from IBS. This bidirectional connection between gut and stress symptoms can create a vicious cycle,…
Got IBS? It’s Not “Just Anxiety” Do you experience symptoms like bloating, gas, tummy pain, constipation or diarrhoea? Commonly diagnosed as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), symptoms like these can be frustrating. What can be even more frustrating is going to the doctor and being told that “everything looks normal”, or that your symptoms are “just…
5 Causes of Panic Attacks You May Not Know About Panic attacks are a common and often debilitating form of anxiety triggered by a variety of different factors. While some triggers, such as stress and health concerns, are well known, there are a number of lesser known triggers which are actually quite prevalent. Here are…
6 of The Best Anti-Anxiety Foods Nutrition has a crucial role in the development of chronic mental health complaints like anxiety and an equally important place in the recovery process. Certain foods in particular have nourishing and medicinal properties for nerves that help to ease anxiety symptoms. Adding these foods to daily meals, as well…
CAN YOU RECOVER FROM ANXIETY WITHOUT MEDICATION? Recently, I was asked if it’s possible to overcome anxiety and panic attacks without taking antidepressants. This is a common question, and something you may be wondering yourself, so I wanted to share my answer with you. Antidepressants, specifically selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), are commonly prescribed for…
5 Foods That Can Trigger Anxiety There are many different factors that can contribute to anxiety and panic symptoms, however it might surprise you to hear that diet is one of them. In fact for certain people food can be a major trigger for anxiety and panic attacks. In this blog post, I’ll go through…
