May 12, 2021
Picture this. You’ve been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and told that following a low FODMAP diet could be helpful in managing your symptoms. You’re given a list of foods to avoid and sent on your way…with no idea how to actually implement a low FODMAP diet. We know…
May 3, 2021
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the gastrointestinal tract. The rising incidence of IBD has been associated with shifts toward a Westernized diet. It’s also thought that the gut microbiome may also play a role in its development. Because of the…
April 26, 2021
Starting your baby with solid foods is an exciting time! But we have a lot of parents ask questions like: When is the right time?How do I know what foods to feed my baby?How do I know how much food my baby needs?How often do I feed them?Should I try…
April 12, 2021
IBS is a complex, heterogenous disorder, meaning that not every case looks the same. As research progresses, we realize, IBS diagnoses will likely be divided into subtypes. Each subtype is dependant on what could be the underlying driver in that individual. Interestingly, in practice, as a registered dietitian, I…
March 22, 2021
What is an IBS Flare up? If you’re living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), chances are that you’ve experienced your IBS symptoms getting worse. An IBS flare up is where your IBS symptoms get significantly worse from the usual! This can be so frustrating because often times we feel…
March 8, 2021
Our colleague Andrea D’Ambrosio has this amazing post on 5 Pitfalls to Avoid When Prioritizing Nutrition, we thought it was perfect timing with it being a new year so we decided to guest feature it on our blog! This time of year, people often prioritize healthy…
February 22, 2021
At Ignite, one of the most common complaints we see from our clients is abdominal bloating and distention. Bloating is a feeling of increased pressure in the abdomen. Many people with bloating also experience distention, which is a visible increase in abdominal size or girth. There…
February 8, 2021
**This post was developed and written by Nancy Gammack, RD when she was a dietetic intern and volunteer for Ignite Nutrition. I assumed meringues were a fancy dessert I would only enjoy at bakeries. I thought that they must have a complex recipe in order to create such a decadent…
January 25, 2021
**This post was developed and written by Nancy Gammack, RD when she was a dietetic intern and volunteer for Ignite Nutrition. Have you noticed a surge in overnight oat recipes recently? They are the latest trend for quick and easy breakfasts, and for good reason. Overnight oats have significant health…
January 11, 2021
By now, most of us are aware that fibre plays a big role in how we poop. This is especially true for managing IBS symptoms. However, this doesn’t always translate to us getting enough fibre! Not getting enough fibre may be contributing to our ability to cope with our…