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What is Fibremaxxing - Breaking Down the TikTok Trend

What is Fibremaxxing - Breaking Down the TikTok Trend

Fibre has become the latest nutrition buzzword on TikTok, with the Fibremaxxing trend encouraging people to deliberately pack more fibre into their meals. But there is an important distinction between getting enough fibre and trying to consume as much as possible. Increasing fibre too quickly or dramatically can cause gas, bloating and abdominal discomfort, particularly if your body isn't accustomed to a high-fibre diet. What is Fibremaxxing? So, what is Fibremaxxing? The term refers to the practice of intentionally increasing your dietary fibre intake, usually by incorporating a greater variety of fibre-rich foods into meals and snacks. Unlike a specific...

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The Gut-Lung Connection: Why Your Microbiome Might Affect How You Fight Off Infections

The Gut-Lung Connection: Why Your Microbiome Might Affect How You Fight Off Infections

In this article, we'll explore what is the gut lung axis, how it works, the connection between gut health and lungs, and lifestyle habits for supporting a healthy microbiome.

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Can Probiotics Help with Bloating? What Researchers Say

Can Probiotics Help with Bloating? What Researchers Say

Can Probiotics help with bloating? The short answer is yes. In this article, we'll explore what the latest research says about probiotics for bloating

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Postbiotic vs Prebiotic vs Probiotic - Complete Gut Health Guide

Postbiotic vs Prebiotic vs Probiotic - Complete Gut Health Guide

Understanding how probiotics, prebiotics and postbitics work and why they complement rather than compete with one another—can help you make more informed choices for your digestive health.

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