How does the environment affect my gut-microbiota?
Both the external environment and your body’s own internal conditions influence the way your gut-microbiota functions, which contributes to your health and wellbeing. Studies have shown that environmental pollutants enter the body through different pathways, and make their way to the gut. Your body’s internal environment can affect the way your gut-microbiota responds. These environmental […]
Sleeping & Gut Health
The gut microbiome has been identified to play a significant role in regards to our immunity and metabolism. Complex disorders previously associated to lifestyle have now been claimed as microbiota-related. The ever increasing number of human and animal studies have revealed that changes in gut microbiota have been linked to obesity. Studies have led to […]
Top 5 Gut Tips for the Silly Season
As we start to enjoy the many Christmas get togethers, social outings and the consumption of pudding, turkey and a drink or two – it is important to remember your gut health. Managing your gut health in this hectic time of year is a very important thing to remember. Our gut microbiome can affect our […]
Digesting the difference between good and bad gut bacteria
The human body naturally produces roughly 10 times more bacterial cells than human cells, these bacterial cells make up the microbiota in your gut. Recent evidence has shown that your gut microbiota can aid in protecting your body against infections. Your gut produces both “good” and “bad” bacteria, and keeps them both in balance. It’s […]
The benefits of a plant based diet on your gut microbiome
There is growing evidence that has shown the key benefits of eating a plant based diet. The fibre found in a plant based diet will aid the food and waste to move more smoothly through your system. Additionally, it can positively impact the trillions of bacteria living inside our gut, influencing the structure and function […]
Gut health and immunity
A lot has been learnt in regards to washing our hands and the etiquette around coughing and sneezing. However, one aspect of protection that has received little to no attention is our gut health. Our gut makes up around 70% of our immune system. It is our first line of defence against harmful bacteria, viruses […]
Your Daily Gut Health Checklist
Gut health, made simple. Here’s your easy-to-follow guide. The term ‘gut health’ gets thrown around a lot, but do you know what it actually means? According to nutritionist Reece Carter, many of us don’t really understand how to get a healthy gut – and some of us are making gut health way more complicated than […]
4 Easy Lifestyle Changes To Get A Healthy Gut
Gut health isn’t just about what you eat. Here are four other ways to support your microbiome. Think gut health and you probably think of food, right? Turns out, there are a bunch of non-diet changes you can make that will help you get a healthy gut. The best part is, they all come down […]
The At-Home Gut Check (Signs and Symptoms Of A Happy, Healthy Gut and Of A Not-So-Happy Gut) & The 7 Day Gut Journal Challenge
For something we can’t see, the gut sure has a major impact on our lives, potentially influencing everything from immunity to mental health. So good gut health could mean better health overall, but it’s not always easy to tell when your gut microbiome needs a little extra TLC. According to nutritionist Reece Carter, it can […]
Gut-Healthy Soda Bread Whip Up Gut-Friendly Bread In A Snap With This Easy-To-Follow Recipe
Believe it or not, making your own bread doesn’t have to mean hours in the kitchen covered in flour. This soda bread recipe – which uses bicarbonate of soda rather than yeast – allows you to whip up delicious home-made bread quickly, and give your gut health a massive boost in the process. “Soda bread […]