Food and Mood
Research is showing that there may be certain healthy eating patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet, that could have a…
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Healthy and delicious recipes to try during lockdown
Simple, easy and dietitian approved recipes to try at home during lockdown. Carrot, Kale, Coriander and Feta Fritters Perfect for…
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COVID-19 Update – Monday 9th August 2021
To all our valued patients and medical colleagues, As you would expect here at Beechnut Medical Rooms, our doctors and…
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What is the GUT microbiome and how can diet influence?
In simple terms, the gut microbiome is made up of trillions of microorganisms (bugs) that live in your intestinal tract…
Read MoreCOVID-19 Update – Monday 28th June 2021
Dear patients and carers, Most people will be aware of the emerging situation with COVID-19 in NSW and the latest…
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Eating well during COVID 19
COVID-19 is a respiratory disease, not a food-borne disease. There does not appear to be any evidence that people will…
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Can I get the COVID vaccine if I have a Gastrointestinal or Liver disease?
The short answer: Yes. People with chronic liver disease, IBD and post-transplant are particularly vulnerable to severe illness with COVID-19…
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Let’s talk about IBS, what are FODMAP’s and whether following a low FODMAP diet might be right for you.
Has anyone ever suggested trialling a low FODMAP diet to help with gastrointestinal symptoms or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Before…
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Can a Compound from Berries Treat Inflammatory Disorders?
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a term used to describe two main diseases: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease which cause…
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My bowel test came back positive. What does this mean and what do I do?
Home test kits from the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program are made available for Australians from the age of 50-74…
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