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Dealing with food sensitivities? Your treatment may consist of simply cutting it out, but IQS Gut Rebalance Program expert and functional nutritionist Fran Dargaville believes you don’t have to say goodbye to your favourite ingredients – there is a way to get to the heart of the issue. She sat down with Unprocessed hosts Clara and Grace to give us the 411.

From nutritionists and naturopaths to psychologists, get ready for a powerhouse expert panel who will be guiding you through your journey to transform your gut health in our ALL-NEW 21-Day Program. 

If you’ve been experiencing the trifecta of poor gut health signs – we’re talking about constipation, diarrhoea and bloating, here – or some of the less obvious signs like poor mood, brain fog and fatigue, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got a few tips to boost your gut health in no time, from learning how to quit added sugar to consuming prebiotic-rich foods – it’s all here!

In recent years, a war has been waged against fats – but is it warranted? The research says no. In fact, healthy fats actually play a vital role in nutrient absorption, mood and hormone regulation along with gut health – from digestion to balancing our microbiome. Sugar, on the other hand? Trouble.

With a plethora of information available, it's easy for myths and misconceptions to take root and spread worldwide, so, pull up a pew, pour that cup of tea and get ready to blow the lid off of 5 common myths around gut health. 

This classic Korean fermented food has been enjoyed throughout history – and there’s more to it than its convenience and taste. Kimchi also happens to be a nutritionally-dense, probiotic powerhouse – and one of our favourite foods for gut healing. Here’s why we swear by the stuff. 

Find your concerns being brushed off by doctors as normal? From bloating to period pain, food intolerances and constipation, many of us face strange and alarming symptoms that go undiagnosed. Rachel Larsson joins the Unprocessed podcast to share what you can do about it, along with busting a few myths that plague the wellness industry. 

If you’ve rejoiced at finally having found yourself a “sugar-free” alternative to your favourite soft drink or chocolate bar, you’re not going to like what we have to tell you. While these foods may not contain added sugar, new reports show they may actually raise your risk for cancer. The culprit? Aspartame. We’ll be uncovering which beloved supermarket products are harbouring this contentious sweetener, plus what it means for your health. 

Here at IQS, the team has been working on an exciting new 21-day Gut Rebalance Program that’s all about healing and nourishing your gut. Sounds good, right? That’s why we’ve decided to share 3 delicious recipes to give you a little taste of what’s to come.

You’ve probably heard all about Hollywood’s love affair with diabetes drug Ozempic, with a growing list of stars like Chelsea Handler admitting to using the prescription medication to lose weight, but there’s a new contender on the block – berberine.  Here’s why you ought to think twice. 

Our Unprocessed podcast hosts, Clara and Grace, sat down with colorectal consultant and general surgeon Penelope De Lacavalerie to get to the bottom of soaring rates of late-stage cancer diagnoses in young people. Here’s what she wants people of all ages to know about their body.

Amanda’s symptoms first set in around 20 weeks into her second pregnancy – but it wasn’t until 8 months later that she received that life-changing diagnosis. The mum-of-two shares her story on the latest episode of the Unprocessed podcast, revealing the struggle to be heard by doctors and the ups and downs of treatment.