This blog post is written by nutrition student volunteer Justine Chriqui and edited by Lauren Renlund. According to a 2012 study by Health Canada, Canadians are not getting enough calcium in their diet1. For those who follow a low FODMAP diet, eating enough calcium can be extra difficult. Certain dairy products contain lactose and are…
Low FODMAP Diet
10 Tips for Sticking to the Low FODMAP Diet over the Holidays
Today’s post is written by nutrition student volunteer Mackenzie Michalczuk and edited by Lauren Renlund. The holidays are a time for people to let loose and have fun with friends and family. The low FODMAP diet is not meant to restrict treats or limit opportunities to eat out. To avoid feeling restricted, it’s a good idea…
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…
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…
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…
Fueling for Exercise on the Low FODMAP Diet
Nutrition isn’t the only factor capable of influencing digestive health. Physical activity is also important! This week I have a great article on Fueling for Exercise on the Low FODMAP Diet written by nutrition student volunteer Madeleine Farquhar. She explains the importance of fueling before and after exercising and gives some ideas for healthy low FODMAP…
Recap of the Gut Health and Microbiome Conference
Hello food friends! It has been pretty quiet on the blog here for the last week or so, but for a good reason! Last weekend I attended the Advances in Nutrition, Gut Health and Microbiome Conference in Toronto hosted by the Canadian Nutrition Society. Not only did I get to listen to some fantastic speakers,…
How to Properly Freeze Low FODMAP Vegetables
If you throw fresh vegetables straight into your freezer, they may not taste or look good when you pull them out. Luckily, there is an easy way to fix that! This post is all about how to properly freeze low FODMAP vegetables.
My IBS Story
Hi there! My name is Lauren and I’m a registered dietitian. A few years ago I never thought I would be someone with major food intolerances and IBS, but here I am writing a food blog all about it. I wasn’t born with food intolerances, and it is a long story how I got to this point, but…