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What are the symptoms of IBS? Different people get different symptoms, so you may have some or all of these: What causes IBS? There doesn’t seem to be one answer to this. Causes of IBS include: Stress is often listed as a cause of IBS but it is rare to...
Coeliac disease is a condition that affects about 1 in every 100 people in Ireland. It is caused by an intolerance to gluten, a protein found in a number of different foods. It is a lifelong condition: once you are diagnosed, you will have it for life. Coeliac disease is...
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) High blood pressure is a common problem in Ireland with over 50% of adults over 45 thought to be affected. High blood pressure can be a risk factor for heart disease and stroke so it is important to have your blood pressure regularly checked as many...
The low FODMAP diet was developed by Dietitian Sue Shepherd to help people who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome. During her research, Sue found that people with IBS commonly react to a range of substances called “fermentable carbohydrates” of FODMAPs. These are found in a lot of common foods and...
Type 2 Diabetes Diabetes is a condition where your body cannot control its blood glucose levels. When blood glucose is too high it can cause a number of problems. Your Dietitian will work with you to help you manage your Diabetes, helping you to get your blood glucose under control...
Nutrition has a big impact on how easy or hard it is for someone to become pregnant. Being overweight or underweight can disrupt fertility hormones, lack vitamins and minerals can delay conception and lack of protein can leave the body without the basic materials it needs to allow a pregnancy to...
Many parents struggle with getting their children to eat a healthy balanced diet. This can range from refusing one or two foods to refusing nearly everything. Although fussy eating can sound like a simple problem, it can cause huge stress for many parents and children. Many children with fussy eating...
Reactions to foods can cause misery for many people and can even be life threatening for some. Finding out the foods that you are reacting to and learning how to avoid them can make a huge difference to how you feel. What is the difference between food allergies and food...
What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of waxy fat that is usually dissolved in our blood. Our body uses cholesterol to help make hormones and other important substances in our bodies. However, if cholesterol gets too high it can block our arteries and lead to diseases like heart disease...