Elly McKenzie 
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 to constipation), you may have come across the low FODMAP diet. The low FODMAP diet was developed by researchers at Monash University in Australia, who identified a group of short-chain … Read more
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 it can increase your chances of heart disease and stroke. The good news? By making a few simple changes, you can take control of your cholesterol and protect your long-term … Read more
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 following a gluten-free diet, legumes can be a great way to add fibre, protein, iron and B vitamins without breaking the bank. Need personalised nutrition advice? Elly McKenzie is a … Read more
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 oesophagus (the pipe that connects your mouth to your stomach). This can cause inflammation and damage to the tissue of the oesophagus. EoE is often, but not always, caused by … Read more
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 what you need to know before going dairy free. Most people who ‘react’ to dairy are either: Intolerant to the lactose (milk sugar) in cow’s milk Intolerant to the protein … Read more
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 food in today’s supermarkets makes it easier than ever to find substitutes for our pre-diagnosis favourites. But although this variety means we can consider our brand, taste and price-point preferences … Read more
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 dentist!). What is tooth enamel? Tooth enamel is the visible, outermost covering of your teeth. The colour of healthy enamel varies from light yellow to a grey or blue-like white. … Read more
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 book for the past twenty years and was in my mum’s before that. It’s easy to make, moist and delicious. This is definitely one to add to your gluten-free recipe … Read more
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 can linger for several weeks. Brain fog is well-documented amongst adults with untreated coeliac disease and non-coeliac gluten sensitivity. Evidence also suggests that gluten can cause brain fog in children … Read more
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 your taste. I’m very relaxed with my measuring when I make a batch of bliss balls. I work to a basic formula of about 2 cups of sticky dried fruit … Read more