What is a Healthy Microbiome?⁠

Research on the gut microbiome is on the rise, but how much do we know? On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about the gut microbiota and how we can positively influence it. What IS a ‘healthy microbiome’?⁠⁠Answer: We don’t know. SO! Don’t...

How to Manage Travellers Diarrhea

Travelling with IBS can be overwhelming. On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about how to prevent and manage travellers diarrhea while travelling. ???????? ????It’s March Break and I’m having the trip of a lifetime, in a country with high risk of food borne...

What is the FODMAP Gentle Diet?

Did you know that the low FODMAP diet is not suitable for everyone? On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk all about the FODMAP gentle diet which can be used as a gentle alternative to the traditional low FODMAP diet. Hands up if you’ve heard of the...

Should I Use Cannabis for IBS?

 On Instagram @AndreaHardyRD, I talk about using cannabis for IBS treatment and what you should know before self-medicating! As a GI dietitian (and previous oncology dietitian) – I have seen a lot of my patients use cannabis. With it being legalized in...