I hope you ponder over today’s post. Marinate it in your mind. And if you struggle with food related fears or guilt, begin to make a change for yourself. When eating leads to debilitating pain or a potential anaphylaxis reaction, fear can seep into food choices. I get that. When eating food leads to guilt […]

Hello Friends! I hope my fellow Americans enjoyed a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving holiday with loving friends and family.  We had a nice family gathering at our home with many laughs, hugs and plenty of good food. Life is hectic at times…and it always feels so good to take a break from the craziness and […]

With such a wide-variety to choose from, seafood can be enjoyed at any mealtime. Yes, that’s right, even for breakfast! I love recipes that are both easy to prepare and delicious! Today’s featured recipe is made with high quality prepared crabmeat. Yes, just open the container and this protein rich and low FODMAP crab is […]

Hello Friends. Today’s post is about mindfulness, relaxation and mental clarity, all important aspects of living a healthy life. I often talk about nutritional approaches for digestive distress but healthy mind-body practices are equally important. After truly over-booking myself, I took a 4 day break and traveled to New Mexico last week.  My husband, Russ […]

Happy National Seafood Month! Did you know the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends two servings of seafood per week? That’s because seafood is a great source of omega-3’s and Vitamin D. And great news – seafood is low FODMAP! According to the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans, there is scientific evidence showing many health […]

Looking for a tasty and nutritious snack while following the low FODMAP diet? Today, I thought I would highlight a few of may favorite picks! When following a low FODMAP diet, you do not want to find yourself empty handed during snack time! When hunger hits, here are a few snacks you can enjoy while […]

Sometimes, I reflect on the work I do and feels truly blessed. To be able to help patients that suffer with GI distress feel better and move on with their lives…is the best feeling. But, the reality is, whether you work in healthcare, teach in a school or preach at a church, or simply act […]

Hello Summer! The weather here in New England has been amazing! I am a big fan of the summertime fruits….especially strawberries.  And, really, how you can your resist the taste of  a warm shortcake, whipped cream and fresh strawberries? Well, good news! You can have your shortcake and eat it too… on the low FODMAP […]

Hello FODMAPers and friends, Today is a quick post to let you know about an excellent resource on the low FODMAP diet that was just launched yesterday!  This is an animated site that reviews the low FODMAP diet in great detail including: how FODMAPs can contribute to symptoms, diet guidelines, label reading tips, and much […]