September 20, 2022

5 Ways With Cacao

 It is very important that raw cacao is not confused with cocoa, its roasted, processed and nutrient-poor distant relative.  Cacao is busting with nutrition and an […]
January 21, 2022

Dietary supplements and SARS-CoV-2 infection

A recent study investigated whether there was a link between supplement usage and a reduced risk of contracting COVID-19.  Good news! Being proactive about your health […]
November 5, 2021

The Urobiome – the urinary tract microbiome

For many years, scientists and healthcare professionals believed the urine to be almost sterile.  Now we know much more about the bacteria that live in our […]
September 30, 2021

Low FODMAP for SIBO on a vegan diet?

SIBO or Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth is a common underlying cause of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).  SIBO has been shown to be present in up to […]
July 23, 2021

Good news about cacao

You know we just love our polyphenols.  Among other health benefits they act as a fertiliser for our microbes and support immune health.  Cacao is one […]
December 4, 2020

Beat your cravings

Are you full of good intentions to avoid chocolate, crisps, jellies or whatever your particular downfall is but still find yourself unable to fight off cravings?  […]
August 5, 2020

Oral EcologiX – analysing the oral microbiome

You have most likely heard of the gastrointestinal microbiome and even the vaginal microbiome if you read our last blog.  This week’s topic may be new […]
July 16, 2020

Beat the bloat

We all want to look our best this summer, even if most of us will be hiding in wetsuits on Irish beaches.  Read on for some […]
July 13, 2020

Boost your health at home – take our polyphenols challenge

Poly-what?? Polyphenols are micronutrients that we get mainly from plant-based foods including fruits, vegetables, cereals, pulses, chocolate, herbs and spices. They are the reason why red […]
July 10, 2020

Female EcologiX – analysing the vaginal microbiome

We are delighted to offer the Female EcologiX Vaginal Health and Microbiome Profile. This is a ground- breaking tool for analysis of the vaginal microbiota composition. […]