About ten years ago, I took a YorkTest test on the advice of my then nutritionist. I wasn’t getting any help from my doctor at the time who told me I couldn’t possibly have other allergies! We were struggling to pinpoint which foods were triggering my stomach and skin complaints. They didn’t seem to be reactions like my allergy to nuts and dairy so she suggested an elimination … [Read more...]
Living with Eosinophilic Disease – why non IgE responses need greater awareness
Just for a change as I'm sure you get bored with my voice on here all the time, here is a blog about Eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorder (EGID) which I have to confess to knowing very little about. Here to entertain you today is Kate who writes The Recipe Resource blog and also attended the Houses of Parliament Allergy briefing which I spoke at earlier this month. She … [Read more...]
Colonic massage for constipation, bloating and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Having IBS, constipation and bloating is no joke, it can be incredibly painful and uncomfortable and seriously affect your quality of life. So what if you could give yourself a massage, at home and relieve some of the symptoms? Massaging your belly can really help ease bloating This all sounds complicated doesn't it and who wants to bare their poorly sore tummy to … [Read more...]
Irritable bowel and constipation – fifteen tips to avoid it
Irritable bowel syndrome is one of those frustrating little phrases doctors reel off when they don't know what is causing your stomach problems. It could mean stomach cramps, constipation, diarrhoea or all three! All very different symptoms and all very complex conditions which could point to any number of causes, from simple stress and a rich diet to many other things. If … [Read more...]