Aussie summer means holidays, warm weather, and plenty of mouthwatering food. From backyard BBQs to festive feasts, it’s the season for indulgence - but all those treats can sometimes leave our gut feeling less than festive. Why Gut Health Matters During the Festive Season Our gut plays a key role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and even energy levels. But with stress, irregular eating schedules, and an abundance of rich foods, it’s easy for our gut to become unbalanced during the holidays. Common symptoms like bloating and discomfort can be telltale signs that your gut microbiome is struggling to keep up....

In today’s fast-paced world, managing stress is an unavoidable part of life, with everyone juggling their own slew of daily demands. While short bursts of stress can be helpful in getting things done, chronic stress is a different story and it can take a significant toll on your health, particularly your gut. The culprit? Cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. The Cortisol-Gut Connection Cortisol is a hormone produced by your adrenal glands in response to stress. It plays an essential role in regulating various bodily functions, including metabolism, blood sugar levels, and the body’s "fight or flight" response. However, when...

Are you heading off to chase an endless summer? The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that up to 50% of travellers experience traveller's diarrhoea on international trips. Don't let tummy troubles ruin your adventure! Take note of our tips to help your gut all set before you take-off! Calm Mind, Happy Gut With all the planning and packing leading up to a trip, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by all the pre-holiday preparation. Stress can disrupt the gut microbiome and throw your digestive health into disarray. If you start to notice anxious thoughts or feelings of stress building,...

Having trouble managing your sugar cravings? Ongoing sugar cravings could point to gut microbiome imbalance. Here are five signs that could connect your sugar cravings to your gut health. Struggling with regularity? Irregular bowels might be a sign your gut could be struggling to digestand retain nutrients. This can result in your body craving sugar as a quick energy source. Growing list of food intolerances? If the list of foods you can tolerate is shrinking rapidly, this could be a sign of inflammation in your gut. This could lead to the brain releasing chemicals that might trigger cravings for sugary foods...