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Low FODMAP Cheese Guide (+ Grilled Cheese Recipe)

August 21, 2023

Are you a cheese enthusiast with IBS? It can be so confusing to know which dairy products contribute to digestive discomfort. As a gut health dietitian, clients tell me all the time that milk or ice cream increases their symptoms, but cheese is “hit and miss”. It may feel baffling,…

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IBS & Alcohol: A Guide to Low FODMAP Alcohol

August 7, 2023

Navigating dietary restrictions can be a challenging journey. For those following the Low FODMAP diet, the question of whether alcohol is allowed often comes up. As a digestive health dietitian, I get asked about alcohol all the time! Especially since having a drink is often part of socializing with others.  …

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8 Ingredient Blueberry Crisp (Low FODMAP)

July 17, 2023

Full of delicious wild blueberries, this summertime classic is so simple to make. This low FODMAP blueberry crisp only requires 8 ingredients – most of which you probably already have in your cupboard at home! Plus, I love that this recipe doesn’t have to be picture perfect – it’s made…

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Low FODMAP Sesame & Ginger Cucumber Salad

July 4, 2023

This 10-minute cucumber salad is sure to become an instant favorite for those on the low FODMAP diet. The umami flavours of ginger, soy sauce, and sesame pair perfectly with grilled meats, fish, or tofu. Serve this salad as a side dish or add it as a topping to rice…

Two low FODMAP fish tacos and a lime wedge sitting on a wooden cutting board. Each taco is topped with pineapple, red cabbage, cilantro, and sriracha mayonnaise.

Fish Tacos with Pineapple & Cabbage Slaw (Low FODMAP)

June 19, 2023

If you love tacos but have digestive symptoms, you’ll really enjoy these low FODMAP tacos! Ready in less than 30 minutes, this easy fish taco recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight. The sweet and citrusy pineapple and cabbage coleslaw adds just the right amount of freshness and flavour.

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Best Digestive Enzymes for IBS: Do Enzymes Work?

June 8, 2023

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard about digestive enzymes. In the past few years in particular, enzymes have been a hot topic amongst influencers and health practitioners alike. So are digestive enzymes worth it? And what are the best digestive enzymes for IBS and managing the…

A baking sheet with parchment paper and haystack cookies sits on top of a blue checkered linen towel. The cookies contain low FODMAP ingredients including oats, cocoa, shredded coconut, sugar, and butter.

Low FODMAP Chocolate Haystack Cookies (No Bake)

May 8, 2023

These low FODMAP cookies are the perfect combination of coconut, oats, and chocolate (plus some butter and sugar of course). They’re oh-so-delicious and don’t require any time in the oven! As an IBS dietitian, I find a lot of my patients who follow a low FODMAP diet still want…

A white plate sitting on a wooden surface. On the plate there is french fries topped with Banh Mi ingredients including seasoned ground pork, cucumber, carrots, green onion, and spicy mayonnaise.

Low FODMAP Banh Mi Inspired Fries

April 24, 2023

If you’re a fan of banh mi, you’ll love these low FODMAP french fries! Inspired by the classic Vietnamese banh mi sandwich, this recipe features pickled veggies, seasoned pork, cilantro, and spicy mayo. My mouth is watering just looking at it! Plus, they’re ready in just 30 minutes – the…

silver bowl filled with low FODMAP kale caesar salad that is topped with prosciutto, parmesan, and hard boiled egg

Massaged Kale Caesar Salad (Low FODMAP)

April 10, 2023

Would you believe you can make caesar salad without garlic? This low FODMAP salad recipe swaps fresh garlic for garlic-infused olive oil, making it low FODMAP without compromising on flavour. Inspired by one of my favourite restaurant salads ever, this massaged kale salad is the ultimate side dish for any…

A casserole dish filled with low FODMAP mac & cheese sitting on a wooden countertop next to a dish towel and a plant

Protein Packed Low FODMAP Mac & Cheese

March 27, 2023

Say hello to your new favorite low FODMAP pasta recipe. Although there’s no meat in this oven-baked low FODMAP mac & cheese, it’s high in protein with the addition of edamame beans, brown rice pasta, lactose-free milk, and the cheese itself. Each portion contains over 16 grams of protein!…