Tag: IBS
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The Probiotic Series: An Introduction to Probiotics
Probiotics are the latest health trend. You’ve probably seen them in your local supermarket or had your friend go on about the supposed health benefits. This is a rapidly expanding industry, with sales of probiotics exceeding $35 billion in 2015 and set to reach $65 billion by 2024(1). However, as with all things nutrition, there…
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Running with IBS
When I first started running, my IBS wasn’t particularly happy. As I was running my stomach would feel knotted, tight, and uncomfortable. For the rest of the day I would become more bloated than normal. Thankfully, after taking things slowly, running only once a week and building to three times over the course of a…
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IBS or Colon Cancer?
While it is scary to think about, it is important to understand and know the difference between IBS and colon cancer as the symptoms can at first appear very similar. So, lets break down this scary topic, starting with …. What is colon cancer? Colon cancer is a form of cancer that develops in the…
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Chia Seeds – A Nutrition Powerhouse?
Welcome to another superfoods article, this time looking at the tiny little seed known as chia. You have probably seen recipes for chia seed pudding, jams and all sorts of things. This is a versatile and delicious food. But should we be calling it a superfood and what are the benefits of chia seeds? What…