In many countries around the world, a disparity exists between both teacher and teaching quality, with schools leaving many students ill-equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary for successfully navigating life. Often we hear “do your research”, with the...
Those new to the low salicylate journey may find themselves wondering, what exactly does one stock the pantry and fridge with when many of their favs are now off the menu? Well, never to fear, I’m here to give you a little peek inside my kitchen to see what kinds of...
Since a fair portion of my time on this blog is dedicated to salicylate sensitivity, I thought it prudent to distinguish between food sensitivity and food allergy; two very different biological responses. The key difference between the two is that an allergy involves...
I thought I was doing everything right diet-wise. I made sure to eat my “five-a-day”, adopted a longevity-bound Mediterranean style of eating (heavy in tomatoes, olive oil, spices and nuts), went wild with herby condiments and drank copious cups of soul-soothing tea...
For many migraineurs, the phrase “you are what you eat” rings true when it comes to the onset of the dreaded head throb. It’s generally accepted that migraines can be triggered by dietary ingredients most of which are found in everyday foods. However not all dietary...
Unfortunately for many people, migraine (a neurological condition causing head pain) and IBS (a gastrointestinal disorder affecting the functioning of the bowel) go hand in hand. Fortunately, research has shown that a diet low in short-chain carbohydrates collectively...
BBQ season is a time-honoured tradition, synonymous with sunny days, casual banter, ice-cold beers and hotdogs. Whilst a mouthwatering treat for some, hotdogs and the chemicals they contain can be a nightmare, sending a migraineur home with their head between their...