Allergies, intolerances

Expert advice on diagnosing and managing allergies, intolerances and food sensitivities including IBS, coeliac disease, dairy and nut allergies and much more.

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The allergy epidemic

About one in 10 New Zealand children has a food allergy. New research...

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The truth about gluten

In the quest to improve health, resolve gut issues and lose weight, many...

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Life without gluten

A diagnosis of coeliac disease means a gluten-free way of life — and...

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How gluten free is gluten free?

Niki Bezzant talked to specialist dietitian Anna Richards about the trials of eating...

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It’s spring — time for the sniffles!

Each day lately when I come out of the house my car is...

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Ask the experts: Gluten free but worried about fibre?

For people with coeliac disease going gluten free is a necessity; for the...

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Is fermented cabbage (sauerkraut) actually low FODMAP?

Is sauerkraut actually low FODMAP? The surprising answer is no it’s high FODMAP! While...

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What cheeses are low FODMAP? (low lactose)

The good news is that you can enjoy some cheese on the low...

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Is apple cider vinegar low FODMAP?

Feeling confused about apple cider vinegar? You’re not the only one! Apples are...

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11 budget-saving tips for a low-FODMAP diet

Shopping for a low-FODMAP diet can be expensive. There are ways, though, to...

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Can food really be medicine?

Nutritionist Nicola Jackson looks at whether food can heal what ails you. Q Can...

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Could ‘gluten-free lifestylers’ be putting you at risk?

I’ve been reading recently about a phenomenon in Australia where some restaurants and...

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What flours and starches are low FODMAP?

Understanding what flours are low FODMAP is important when baking or selecting safe...

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Are cranberries low FODMAP?

It just wouldn’t be Christmas without cranberries! But are cranberries low FODMAP? We know...

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Does portion size matter on a low-FODMAP diet?

Portion sizes are important on a low-FODMAP diet because some low-FODMAP foods become...

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FODMAP content of milk and milk alternatives

Choosing from the vast array of milk alternatives can be daunting on the...

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What nuts are low FODMAP?

Nuts are an excellent source of healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins and fibre. There...

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Garlic and a low-FODMAP diet

There seems to be a bit of confusion around how to use garlic...

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