Recently finished a course of antibiotics and feel like your gut health has taken a hit? Check off these 3 things today. Fill up on plants Eating up to 30 different plant foods weekly can help promote gut microbiome diversity. Plants are also a good source of prebiotics, which help to fuel the growth of healthy gut bacteria. Avoid foods that disupt the gut Limit consumption of highly processed foods and sugary foods which can fuel the growth of harmful gut bacteria. Pack in more probiotics Loading up on more probiotic-rich foods such as yoghurt and fermented vegetables can help...

Ready to take back control of your metabolic health? These easy swaps can help hit reset for your metabolic and gut health. Soft drink for water Next time you feel thirsty, reach for water instead of a soft drink. Water keeps your body hydrated and helps with digestion. This can improve satiety and reduce cravings for sugary foods and beverages. Processed dairy for fermented dairy Processed dairy products are often high in sugar and unhealthy fats to enhance taste. Switching to fermented dairy products such as yogurt and sour cream can provide similar protein benefits while being lower in sugar...

Digestive discomforts keeping you up? Try building these 3 gut-healthy habits into your evening routine to ease your digestive troubles at night. Keep it lighter Opt for a lighter, easily digestible dinner at least 2 - 3 hours before sleep. Large meals can overwhelm your digestive system and lead to discomfort, bloating, and heartburn later in the night. Uncomfortably bloated at the end of the day? Avoid cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, and cabbage just before bed. Post-meal walk A short, gentle walk after dinner can help with digestion and discomfort from gas build-up in the stomach. Walking helps to...

From reduced inflammation to better nutrient absorption, going dry this July can be the perfect chance to give your gut a healthy reset. Better Nutrient Absorption Abstaining from alcohol gives your gut the chance to function at its best. This can lead to better digestion land better nutrient absorption of essential nutrients, like vitamins and minerals from your food. Goodbye Leaky Gut Reducing your alcohol intake can significantly contribute to healing the gut lining and reducing the risk of a leaky gut. Having a strong gut barrier acts as a defence against toxins and harmful substances entering the bloodstream. Finding...