If you’re considering functional testing, you’ve probably come across names like GI360, DUTCH, Organic Acids (OAT) and SIBO. These advanced tests can provide insights that routine bloodwork often misses, but …
Are your reflux tablets silently affecting your health?
If you’ve ever been prescribed a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) it was most likely to help manage heartburn, reflux or indigestion. These are among the most commonly prescribed medications in …
Why am I rushing to the loo every morning? What causes morning diarrhoea?
Waking up in the morning and urgently needing to get to the loo is not uncommon. Or maybe there’s a little less urgency but your first bowel movement is always …
What do our stools tell us about our health?
It’s not something people talk about much, if at all, but our stools can tell us a lot about our health. If you flush the toilet and never look back …
Why does heartburn or GERD get worse in winter?
As the darker days draw in some people find their symptoms of GERD and acid reflux worsen. If this happens to you it is worth finding out if you have …
Why do I have loose stools?
Loose stools can be temporary; often due to an infection, irritation or during or after a course of antibiotics. Occasionally loose stools become a constant feature leading to discomfort, uncertainty …