
Understanding Prebiotics, Probiotics & Postbiotics: what they are and why they matter for gut health
Did you know that you have more bacterial than human cells? It might sound shocking, but it’s true. We’re composed of 10 times more bacterial cells than human cells. Most of these microbes are not only harmless, but essential to our wellbeing. They play a huge role in digestion, immunity, mood, and even skin and […]

Understanding Unexplained Tummy Problems in Children
Children, just like adults, can suffer from unexplained abdominal pain and bowel disturbances. However, in children, these symptoms are often misdiagnosed or underappreciated, and they may not always be categorised as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Understanding the various conditions that contribute to abdominal pain and bowel upset is essential for parents and caregivers to help […]

IBS Women and the Menstrual Link
According to research, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), could be as much as twice as common in women than it is in men[i]. This number differs from country to country, with the greatest disparity between male and female sufferers found in Western communities[ii], but what’s clear is that, worldwide, more women are reporting symptoms than men. […]

Easy, Gut Friendly Picnic Recipes
In the summer months when we are all socialising more, it’s harder to look after our guts, so we’ve collated all the best foods for a gut friendly picnic.
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