People who have been diagnosed with irritable bowel have been shown to be intolerant to 3 to 5 food types. Grain and dairy products are the most implicated.

These products form the staple diet of a number of my clients. They don't cook, come home late, and eat sandwiches, yoghurts, cornflakes etc. These are quick meal replacements. The trouble is that you can end up with a diet that is formed predominantly from these kinds of food. And this can lead to intolerance. Too much of a good thing.

Eating a wide range of foods helps avoid this problem. Fruit is the easiest to add to your diet, as you can eat fruit on the go. Veg tends to need cooking.

The most recent addition to my kitchen is a juicer. I now buy a load of fruit and veg, along with ginger and limes, and wham them in the juicer. Some come out with strange tastes and wierd colours, but it's just one glass a day. The most amazing discovery is just how delicious beetroot is. Dark fruits and veg are particularly good for you, as they are filled with antioxidants which protect your body's cells from damage.  If you are not getting enough fruit and veg, start now! And if you don't have time to cook, try a jui