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1. Why Can’t I Eat Bread Anymore?
It is a familiar story: you have eaten bread, dairy, or eggs for years with no drama, then one random week in your 30s or 40s, the same foods start leaving you bloated, tired, and foggy.
Sometimes this is a true intolerance (your body struggling to digest a component of a food). Sometimes it is stress, a change in routine, a recent stomach bug, antibiotics, perimenopause, poor sleep, or simply eating “healthy” foods your digestion cannot handle right now.
The key point: do not assume it is an allergy, and do not self-diagnose. If you ever get swelling, wheezing, hives, or trouble breathing, treat it as urgent medical territory.
Sometimes this is a true intolerance (your body struggling to digest a component of a food). Sometimes it is stress, a change in routine, a recent stomach bug, antibiotics, perimenopause, poor sleep, or simply eating “healthy” foods your digestion cannot handle right now.
The key point: do not assume it is an allergy, and do not self-diagnose. If you ever get swelling, wheezing, hives, or trouble breathing, treat it as urgent medical territory.
The “Overwhelmed Bouncer” Analogy
Think of your digestive system like a club door with a bouncer. On a calm night, the bouncer checks who gets in and keeps things orderly. On a chaotic night (stress, poor sleep, alcohol, illness, medication changes), the system gets overwhelmed. That is when symptoms appear: bloating, discomfort, fatigue, and the feeling that “everything” is setting you off.
The goal is not to panic and ban every food forever. The goal is to reduce the chaos, then methodically figure out what is actually triggering you.
The goal is not to panic and ban every food forever. The goal is to reduce the chaos, then methodically figure out what is actually triggering you.
2. The Elimination Approach (Without the Extremes)
A structured elimination-and-reintroduction approach is one of the most practical ways to identify triggers. It usually looks like this:
Step 1: remove the most likely irritants for a short period (ideally with a clinician or dietitian, especially if symptoms are strong).
Step 2: reintroduce foods one at a time and track symptoms.
This avoids the common trap of cutting out everything and ending up under-fuelled, anxious around food, or missing key nutrients.
Step 1: remove the most likely irritants for a short period (ideally with a clinician or dietitian, especially if symptoms are strong).
Step 2: reintroduce foods one at a time and track symptoms.
This avoids the common trap of cutting out everything and ending up under-fuelled, anxious around food, or missing key nutrients.
Where bone broth fits
Bone broth is not a medical treatment, and it is not a “magic fix” for intolerances. It is food. Where it can be useful is as a simple, warm, routine-friendly option when you want something gentle and easy to integrate.
For example, Collanature Original (No-Flavour) is described as made from Angus beef bones, joints and cartilage plus vegetables (onion, carrot, celery), and used as a daily portion (about 50g) mixed into warm water or recipes.
Important: always check the label for allergens. Celery is a regulated allergen in the UK/EU.
For example, Collanature Original (No-Flavour) is described as made from Angus beef bones, joints and cartilage plus vegetables (onion, carrot, celery), and used as a daily portion (about 50g) mixed into warm water or recipes.
Important: always check the label for allergens. Celery is a regulated allergen in the UK/EU.
3. “Gut Rest” Is Often Just Meal Spacing
When your digestion feels reactive, sometimes the simplest lever is reducing how often you challenge it. Constant snacking can keep your gut working nonstop.
Some people experiment with time-restricted eating (an eating window) to create clearer breaks between meals. That said, fasting is not for everyone, and it can backfire if you have a history of disordered eating, blood sugar issues, pregnancy, or certain medical conditions.
If you use bone broth in your routine, treat it as food: it contains calories and technically breaks a fast. Many people simply use it as a light option between meals or as a “bridge” when appetite is low.
Some people experiment with time-restricted eating (an eating window) to create clearer breaks between meals. That said, fasting is not for everyone, and it can backfire if you have a history of disordered eating, blood sugar issues, pregnancy, or certain medical conditions.
If you use bone broth in your routine, treat it as food: it contains calories and technically breaks a fast. Many people simply use it as a light option between meals or as a “bridge” when appetite is low.
4. Intolerance vs Allergy vs Coeliac: Do Not Guess
These get mixed up constantly:
Food allergy can be rapid and serious (swelling, wheeze, hives, breathing issues). This needs medical assessment.
Food intolerance is often digestive (bloating, gas, pain, diarrhoea), usually hours later. It is unpleasant, but not typically life-threatening.
Coeliac disease is not a “gluten sensitivity trend.” It is a medical condition that requires proper testing and a strict gluten-free diet if diagnosed.
If bread is a major trigger, speak to a clinician before cutting gluten completely, because testing can be harder once you stop.
Food allergy can be rapid and serious (swelling, wheeze, hives, breathing issues). This needs medical assessment.
Food intolerance is often digestive (bloating, gas, pain, diarrhoea), usually hours later. It is unpleasant, but not typically life-threatening.
Coeliac disease is not a “gluten sensitivity trend.” It is a medical condition that requires proper testing and a strict gluten-free diet if diagnosed.
If bread is a major trigger, speak to a clinician before cutting gluten completely, because testing can be harder once you stop.
5. Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as a food allergy?
Not necessarily. Allergies can be immediate and severe. Intolerances are more often digestive and delayed. If you ever get swelling, wheezing, hives, or breathing problems, treat it as an emergency and seek urgent help.
Are “home intolerance tests” reliable?
Many at-home tests marketed as “food intolerance” panels are not recommended in UK guidance. A structured elimination-and-reintroduction plan (ideally with professional support) is usually the more reliable route.
Can bone broth “heal” my gut barrier?
Bone broth is food, not a medical treatment. It can be part of a calm, consistent routine and an easy way to add a warm, protein-containing option to the day, but it should not be positioned as curing a condition. If symptoms persist, get assessed.
How should I use Collanature during an elimination phase?
Use the product page as your source of truth for serving guidance. If your digestion is sensitive, start smaller and build gradually. The “Original (No-Flavour)” option is typically easiest to fit into different meals.
Will I ever eat my favourite foods again?
Often, yes—but it depends on the cause. The smart approach is calming symptoms first, then reintroducing foods methodically. If you suspect coeliac disease or an allergy, do not “test it yourself” at home—get proper medical guidance.
Final Thoughts
Sudden food reactions can feel like your body has betrayed you. In reality, it is often a signal to slow down, simplify, and get systematic.
Treat procedures and diagnoses as clinician-led. Treat nutrition as your daily foundation: clear ingredients, consistent routine, and gentle choices you can actually stick to.
Medical disclaimer: This article is educational and does not replace medical advice. If you have persistent or worsening symptoms, seek assessment from a qualified healthcare professional.
Treat procedures and diagnoses as clinician-led. Treat nutrition as your daily foundation: clear ingredients, consistent routine, and gentle choices you can actually stick to.
Medical disclaimer: This article is educational and does not replace medical advice. If you have persistent or worsening symptoms, seek assessment from a qualified healthcare professional.
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