What is leaky gut syndrome? Leaky gut, also known as intestinal permeability, is a problem with the inside of the bowel, where the cells making up the mucosal barrier become less effective. The barrie…
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22 probiotic foods to try!
Probiotics (not to be confused with prebiotics!) are live bacteria and yeasts found in certain fermented foods or added to supplements or yoghurts, that can help restore the natural balance of your tu…
54 prebiotic foods to keep your tummy happy!
Prebiotic foods are a great way to promote good gut health. They work by feeding and strengthening existing bacteria in the tummy, which can help boost your immune system and keep your digestive syste…
How to tell if your digestion is healthy – and how to improve your gut health!
As anyone who’s ever had a bloated or sore tummy will know, when your gut health is out of whack, it can throw off your whole life. How to tell if your gut is healthy Our tummies are pretty good at le…
What is constipation and how can you cure it?
Constipation is a common problem for gut health, but there are lots of simple remedies to try. New light therapy treatment for constipation A new study has found that blue light therapy could actually…
Two fun ways to protect against dementia!
It turns out that reducing your chances of developing dementia in later life can actually be a whole lot of fun. New research has found that learning to play a musical instrument or to speak another l…
Living in the town or the country affects your health in THIS way
We all have a preference when it comes to living in the bright lights of the city or choosing a country retreat, but when it comes to your health, your preference could have a big impact. A recent stu…
14 amazing health benefits of bananas!
The humble banana is a popular breakfast topping, handy fitness fuel and a favourite of many a fussy toddler. As well as being delicious and handy for a handbag, it turns out the nation’s favourite fr…
29 easy ways to eat more fibre!
Fibre is an essential part of a healthy diet, and there are lots of delicious ways to add more to everyday meals. Lose weight, lower cholesterol and keep your digestive system happy with these ingredi…
Doing THIS will slash your heart disease risk by a third!
It’s never too late to get fit and protect your heart! Now there’s one more reason to keep up your activity levels in middle age, as a new study has found that six years of exercising during that peri…