How to Lower Your Cholesterol: Take the First Step
High cholesterol is a common health concern in New Zealand, especially for people over 40. Often called a “silent risk,” it doesn’t cause symptoms, but
The Low FODMAP diet explained
What is the Low FODMAP diet? If you’ve been struggling with digestive issues such as bloating, gas, pain, or altered bowel habits (ranging from diarrhoea…
5 ways to eat more legumes
Legumes are often overlooked in the Kiwi diet, but they shouldn’t be! They’re versatile, affordable, and packed with nutrients that support your health. If you’re
Difficulty swallowing? It could be EoE.
What is Eosinophilic Oesophagitis? If you have Eosinophilic Oesophagitis (EoE), a type of white blood cell called eosinophils build up in the lining of your
Milk intolerance or allergy – how to tell
It can be hard to figure out whether dairy is causing you problems, let alone determine if you have a milk intolerance or allergy. Here’s
Are gluten-free foods healthy?
An edited version of this article was published in the Summer 2021 Coeliac Link (official magazine of Coeliac New Zealand). The relative abundance of gluten-free
Coeliac disease and tooth enamel defects
There’s a well-known link between coeliac disease and developmental tooth enamel defects like hyperplasia (though this might be better known by your gastroenterologist than your
Gluten and dairy free carrot cake recipe
This gluten and dairy free carrot cake recipe is a winner! I have no idea where it came from — it’s been in my recipe
Gluten and brain fog in children
Brain fog is a common symptom of undiagnosed coeliac disease. For those who are diagnosed, it remains a dreaded symptom of being ‘glutened’— because it
Bliss ball recipe (gluten and dairy free)
Bliss balls are a great gluten-free, dairy-free food. Making your own allows you to pack them full of nourishing ingredients and tweak them to suit