Blog - GastroNorth

SPICE UP YOUR LIFE!

It is well accepted that the health of your gut can affect the overall health of your body, including your brain. The microbes (bacteria and other micro-organisms) in your digestive system exist in a delicate balance. By eating a diverse range of foods, including fresh vegetables and fruit, whole grains and fermented foods, we can […] Read more...

HOW DO IBD & IBS DIFFER? – Why you need to know

It’s easy to confuse the two, as IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) and IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) often present with similar symptoms, like abdominal pain or discomfort, bloating or a change in...

BLOATING – HOW TO BEAT THE BLOAT

We've all experienced bloating at one time or another. It's uncomfortable and sometimes painful. We provide some strategies on how to beat the bloat....

WHAT IS EOSINOPHILIC OESOPHAGITIS?

It is an inflammatory condition that affects the oesophagus. We discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this chronic digestive disorder....

HOW CAN I REDUCE MY BOWEL CANCER RISK?

Bowel cancer rates are rising among young adults in Australia. Discussions around how we can reduce our risk of bowel cancer are important ones for all ages....

WHY SCREEN FOR BOWEL CANCER ?

When bowel cancer is found early, it is one of the most treatable cancers. As there may be no symptoms with early stage bowel cancer, screening is one of the most effective ways to detect early signs...

DO YOU KNOW THE SYMPTOMS OF BOWEL CANCER?

If bowel cancer is detected early, it is one of the most treatable cancers. We encourage you to be proactive about your health and if you have persistent symptoms, discuss these with your doctor....

A RECIPE FOR CONSTIPATION

Life can get busy and we can easily forget to drink enough water, eat enough high fibre foods and exercise – which can be a recipe for constipation. Constipation is a common complaint and can...

ARE OATS ACCEPTABLE AS PART OF A GLUTEN FREE DIET?

Whether oats can be consumed as part of a gluten free diet has been somewhat controversial as oats contain Avenin, a protein that distantly related to the protein in wheat. In the USA and Europe, oat...