We all know how bad we feel mentally when our body is malfunctioning – just think of the last time you had an upset stomach or nasty physical injury. Often, when I first meet a patient experiencing chronic pain or stiffness, they are either anxious, irritable or depres…

Functional digestive problems including acid reflux, indigestion, and chronic constipation are surprisingly common. Often, once the GP is satisfied there’s no underlying disease to be treated, patients are prescribed long-term medications such as laxatives or Omeprazol…