If you've been scrolling social media or seeing a functional practitioner, you've probably heard about GI mapping. It's often marketed as the key to uncovering the "root cause" of bloating, fatigue, skin issues, or digestive symptoms. But here's the truth: I don't recommend GI mapping, and here's why. 1. Stool tests don't accurately tell us what's happening in your gut The biggest problem with GI mapping is that a stool sample doesn't provide a complete or reliable picture of

If you’ve been struggling with bloating, fatigue, headaches, stomach pain, or skin flare-ups, it’s understandable to want answers quickly. A quick online search will likely lead you to food intolerance tests claiming to identify “hidden sensitivities” using blood samples, hair strands, nail clippings or even bioresonance devices. The problem? These tests are not scientifically validated — meaning any evidence-based dietitian or medical professional does not recommend them and

Finding snacks when you’re following a low FODMAP diet can feel tricky—especially when you need something quick between meals. The good news is that there are plenty of simple, satisfying snacks you can enjoy without triggering digestive symptoms. Below is a collection of easy low FODMAP snack ideas, including grab-and-go options, sweet treats, and savoury combinations. These snacks work well during the elimination phase of the low FODMAP diet and can help keep your energy le

If you live with bloating, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, or unpredictable digestion, you may have been told you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Eating Disorder Awareness Week is an important opportunity to increase understanding, reduce stigma, and remind people that eating disorders are serious mental health conditions—not lifestyle choices. Eating disorders can affect anyone, and many individuals struggle silently due to shame, fear, or the belief that they are “not sick enough” to seek help. Unfortunately, that belief often delays support and recovery. Whether you’re personally struggling, supporting a loved one,

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The 5 most common IBS mistakes I see in the clinic that, when addressed, often make a huge impact on symptoms without having to implement...

If you have IBS you've probably heard of the low FODMAP diet... a wildly confusing and complex diet that can help manage symptoms and...

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What is it? Hypothalamic amenorrhoea is the loss of the menstrual cycle due to the hypothalamus (a structure in the brain) receiving...

Endometriosis is a common inflammatory disease affecting approximately 1 in 10 females and approximately 1 in 120,000 New Zealanders. Endometriosis, commonly referred to as Endo, results in tissue, which is similar to the lining of the uterus, to grow in other parts of the body - most commonly within the pelvis. The stimulus for this tissue growth is the female hormone oestrogen, which can affect a woman's egg health, block fallopian tubes and prevent embryos from implanting

It’s September which means it is PCOS awareness month and it’s time to talk about one of the most common reproductive health conditions,...