UPDATE Dec 2021: I just re-released my popular low FODMAP snacks ebook with 8 new recipes! It also includes a bonus list of 60 healthy low FODMAP snack ideas. Click here to learn more! Keep reading below for my top tips to make a healthy low FODMAP snack.
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9 Common Causes of Gas and How to Avoid Them
Do you ever feel so gassy it’s uncomfortable? Or have you ever skipped a social event or fitness class because you were embarrassed by your gas? You aren’t alone! Excess gas is a common digestive symptom. In this post, my nutrition student volunteer Kathleen Morgan has rounded up the top nine common causes of gas…
Benefits of Fibre & How to Boost Your Intake
Today’s blog post is co-written by one of my nutrition student volunteers, Maria Fatima. All of the tips for boosting fibre intake are appropriate for the low FODMAP diet. Not sure what the low FODMAP diet is? Click here to learn more! Has your doctor ever advised you to increase your fibre intake? Many Canadians…
Sample Day of a Healthy Vegetarian Low FODMAP Diet (Elimination Phase)
I get lots of questions about being a vegetarian and following the low FODMAP diet. It can be hard to know what to eat when your diet is so restricted! Previously I’ve shared posts about key nutrients and my top tips for vegetarians. Today I’m sharing one example of a healthy day that is both…
Are Almonds Low FODMAP? Dietitian Q&A
There is a lot of confusion around almonds and FODMAPs. Some websites list almonds as high FODMAP, but others say they are okay. There are also lots of almond-based products in grocery stores now, including almond milk, flour/meal, butter, oil and extract. I’ve written this comprehensive guide to help make it clear how much almonds you…
Living with Dietary Restrictions (part 2): Tips for Having a Safe and Enjoyable Meal Out
Today I am sharing part 2 of a 2-part blog series on living with dietary restrictions. These posts are co-written by nutrition student volunteers Nalani Balasupramaniam and Isabella Gregov. Part 1 focused on the social and emotional impacts of eating out, and shared some personal quotes from individuals with dietary restrictions. This post focuses on dining…
Living with Dietary Restrictions (part 1): the Social and Emotional Impacts of Eating Out
Today I am sharing part 1 of a 2-part blog series on living with dietary restrictions. These posts are co-written by nutrition student volunteers Nalani Balasupramaniam and Isabella Gregov. Please note that paragraph #2 is written by Isabella in first person about her personal experiences with eating out at restaurants. While this post focuses on restrictions…
Which yogurts are low FODMAP (lactose)? Dietitian Q&A
Regular yogurt, greek yogurt, lactose-free yogurt, coconut yogurt… There are so many yogurts available in grocery stores now. For individuals with digestive troubles who are lactose intolerant or following the low FODMAP diet, it can be tricky to figure out which yogurts are best to eat. Here is a comprehensive guide to finding a low…
Summer Food Safety
Hello food friends! Today I am sharing another blog post written by one of my volunteers, Madeleine Farquhar. The focus is on food safety in the summer. Food safety is always important but it can be trickier in the summer with the warm weather. Keep on reading for essential tips on keeping your food safe…
5 Great Low FODMAP Recipes I’ve Tried and Loved!
Hi food friends! My blog post this week is a little bit different from my usual posts. Rather than sharing an original recipe, I am highlighting some recipes from other blogs that I have personally tried and enjoyed. There are so many great low FODMAP recipes out there to try, here are a few of…
