Der Meluka Australia Blog — Gut Health

Bloating can throw off your entire day—leaving you feeling sluggish, uncomfortable, and unmotivated. Your morning routine can help to set the tone for a bloat-free, energised day. Here’s a few tips to help you start your morning right.     Move your Body: A quick morning stretch, yoga session, or light walk can stimulate digestion, reduce bloating, and improve circulation. Movement encourages the natural process of digestion along the digestive tract. Try a Stomach Massage: A gentle abdominal massage can help stimulate digestion, relieve trapped gas, and reduce bloating. An easy one to start with is the "I Love You" (ILU)...

After a weekend of socialising and enjoying a few drinks, you might start feeling the effects and more specifically, your gut. Alcohol can disrupt the balance of good bacteria in your gut, often leading to discomfort, reflux, bloating, and irregular bowel movements. How Alcohol Impacts Your Gut Alcohol can affect your gut in a number of ways: Gut Microbiome Imbalance: Alcohol can disrupt the balance of your gut microbiome, leading to an overgrowth of harmful bacteria and a decrease in beneficial strains. Inflammation: Drinking can increase inflammation in the gut, which may lead to digestive discomfort and bloating. Nutrient Absorption:...

Did you know that your gut could hold the key to happiness? Scientists have uncovered a powerful connection between gut health and mood- so much so, it’s often called our “second brain.” Ever had a “gut feeling”? That’s no coincidence. Your digestive system plays a major role in how you feel, think, and even how happy you are. Curious how postbiotics fit into this picture? Let’s dive into the gut-happiness connection and what it means for your everyday wellbeing. The Gut-Brain Connection Your gut and brain are in constant communication through the gut-brain axis, a network linking your digestive system...

If you find yourself feeling bloated, sluggish, or struggling to stay regular, you're not alone. Digestive discomfort affects millions of Australians and chronic constipation affecting over *20% of adults. The good news is that small lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Here are three expert-backed tips to support your bowel health and improve digestion naturally.