What is sorbitol? Sorbitol is a type of sugar alcohol (or polyol), which is commonly found in a range of fruits and vegetables. It can also be found in toothpaste,...
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Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID) is a genetic disorder that reduces a person’s ability to digest sucrose (naturally found in some fruits, also known as table sugar) and maltose (naturally found...
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Having spent the last year and a half working in a digestive health company, I’ve learned a thing or two (or 10) about FODMAPs. These fermentable carbohydrates can have a...
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We all know that regular exercise is important for maintaining our health, but have you ever thought about how it’s impacting on your gut health? Can Exercise Impact The Gut...
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As we all know, 7-9 hours of sleep a night is crucial for any functioning adult. But does anyone know why? Photo by Kate Stone Matheson on Unsplash Interestingly, the...
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You might have heard about the “gut-brain axis”, and how things that happen in our gut can influence what happens in our brain, and vice versa. This connection is really...
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Have you thought much about your poop lately? If not, we recommend now is a good time to start. Your poop can tell you quite a bit about what is...
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Eating healthy but not feeling healthy – lettuce in on the secret!! Feeling bloated and distended after eating lettuce? Well, it is a common complaint. Lettuce (cos, romaine, butter etc.)...
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The market for lactose-free and plant-based milks is flourishing. There are now more plant-based milk alternatives than I can count! It seems every day I walk into a health food...
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What is fructose? Fructose is a small sugar naturally found in a wide range of foods like apples, mangoes and honey. However, it is also found in a wide range...
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