What Does Gluten Free Really Mean?

By Toki Birch | 17/05/2020 |

I am a coeliac and have been since I was 7 years old, although I was not diagnosed till I was 13! Mine manifested as dermatitis herpetiformis (which threw doctors off, hence the late diagnosis, as with most autoimmune conditions) and also damage to my poor villi. It’s a way of life for me now,…

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME

By Toki Birch | 22/11/2019 |

Picture this: You’re leaning over in your chair, clutching your gut, eyes closed, teeth clenched, as your gut aches and swirls with discomfort. Sounds pretty miserable, right? Well for those who suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), this is their reality. IBS is a common digestive disorder affecting two out of ten people living in…