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Nutrition and Hydration Week – Seven Key Tips for Health
Nutrition and Hydration Week was launched in March 2012 with the aim to educate people on the value of food and drink in maintaining health and wellbeing, particularly in the health and social care setting. #nutritionandhydrationweek To show our support, we put together seven days of tips focusing on nutrition and hydration for supporting health,…
- Everyday Health ·
Natural Support for the Immune System
There is so much conflicting ‘information’ and ‘advice’ doing the rounds about COVID-19 and the Coronavirus, it is difficult to know what to do and what not to do. We can all follow the measures being suggested to reduce our chances of being exposed to the virus and boost our immune system in order to…
- Everyday Health ·
12 Tips for a better sleep
Tips to sleep better Good sleep is often said to be the most important element in supporting health and wellbeing – both physical and emotional. Good sleep is defined as being 7-8 hours of continuous, restorative sleep every night, seven days a week. Achieving this can be a challenge for some of us, as we…
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ProVen Probiotics 50 Billion ShapeLine on the radio
Two weeks ago today, we were on the radio, talking to people all over the country about our brand-new product, 50 Billion ShapeLine, and the research behind it. 13 radio stations interviewed our very own Dr Nigel Plummer and nutritional therapist, Fiona Lawson, to talk about weight loss, general health, and the research behind this…
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Shapeline Probiotics mentioned on Organic Avenue
ShapeLine Review – Can it Fight Your Flab? By Pro Ven Probiotics: https://www.organicavenue.com/shapeline-review Advertised as the first probiotic supplement that is proven to help people lose weight. Could ShapeLine probiotics by ProVen be a real weight loss game changer. The press and media seem to think so. Want to know more about ShapeLine Probiotics? Pro-Ven…
- Kids Health ·
Time to get our kids outside
It’s March next week, the end of another half-term and we are moving into spring. Whilst the weather has been shocking recently, with one storm after another, the days are getting longer – and following the spring equinox on 21st March, we will move into even lighter evenings and more opportunities to get outside. Being…
- Gut Health ·
How our gut influences our thinking
Today is World Thinking Day – a good day to talk about our brain, how it links to our gut and how both parts of the body affect the way we think. #worldthinkingday The gut is the biggest digestive, immune and hormonal organ in the human body and it contains its own nervous system, known…
- Everyday Health ·
Why we should all get a pet (and particularly a dog)
Today is National Love Your Pet Day, which focuses on pampering our pets and acknowledging the special place they hold in our lives. Whether you have a dog, cat, tortoise, gerbil, snake or fish, take time to appreciate the benefits they bring to your life today. #nationalloveyourpetday The benefits of National Love Your Pet Day…
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Shapeline probiotics reviewed by Researched Supplements
ShapeLine Probiotic Supplement Review – Can it Really Fight Your Flab? : https://www.researchedsupplements.com/shapeline-probiotic-supplement-review Discover the difference for yourself Click HERE to order your ShapeLine probiotics Want to know more? Pro-Ven Probiotics aim to provide the best support for both you and your health. If you wish to know more about gut health and staying healthy…
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Shapeline probiotics mentioned in The Daily Express
Best supplements for weight loss: A daily dose of this could help reduce your waist size: https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/1234938/best-supplements-weight-loss-probiotics-reduce-waist-size Discover the difference for yourself Click HERE to order your ShapeLine probiotics Want to know more? Pro-Ven Probiotics aim to provide the best support for both you and your health. If you wish to know more about gut…
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Shapeline probiotics mentioned in Woman & Home
The new probiotic proven to drive weight loss in over 45s without dieting or exercise: https://www.womanandhome.com/health-and-wellbeing/health-wellbeing-news/probiotic-weight-loss-346857/ Discover the difference for yourself Click HERE to order your ShapeLine probiotics Want to know more? Pro-Ven Probiotics aim to provide the best support for both you and your health. If you wish to know more about gut health…
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Our Shapeline Probiotics Daily Mail article
Amazing coverage of our new product in the Daily Mail today. Read it for yourself: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-7909717/Could-pill-packed-good-bacteria-really-fight-flab.html Discover the difference for yourself Click HERE to order your ShapeLine probiotics Want to know more? Pro-Ven Probiotics aim to provide the best support for both you and your health. If you wish to know more about gut health…
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20 gut facts for the first 20 days of 2020
Fascinating gut facts Here are 20 interesting facts about your gut. Some you may know and some you may not. Our gut microbiome contains around 100 trillion bacteria and weighs around 2kgWe now know that there are 10 times as many microbial cells (bacteria) in the human gut as there are cells in the whole…
- Mental Health ·
Tips for supporting mental health
Supporting mental health – tips for ‘Blue Monday’ Today is known as ‘Blue Monday’ – a term coined in 2004 for the third Monday in January, the day of the year shown to be ‘scientifically’ shown to be the most depressing. It is a controversial subject, however, as it is based upon an equation that…
- Everyday Health ·
Getting back into a healthy routines after Christmas
Establishing healthy routines Once the Christmas holidays are over, there can be a tendency to beat ourselves up and to push to be in better shape both physically and mentally than we were before the party season. Whilst having goals can be beneficial, simply getting back into normal healthy routines can be a challenge –…
- Everyday Health ·
Indoor workout ideas for the Christmas hols
Workout ideas at home When the children are on holiday and the weather is miserable, it can be difficult to fit exercise into the schedule. This is coupled with the fact that at this stressful time of the year, we could all do with letting off some steam – and exercise is the perfect vehicle…
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Snack ideas to keep the kids happy through the Christmas holiday
Snack ideas for kids With the kids off school for the next couple of weeks and the cold, wet weather keeping us indoors for much of the time, it can begin to feel that our children are constantly saying things like ‘I’m hungry/starving/dying’, ‘what’s for lunch/dinner/food?’, ‘what can I eat?’ and similar requests for food!…
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- Men's Health ·
Supporting your gut through a hangover
How to avoid hangover gut rot Today is the second Black Friday of the year – only this one has nothing to do with shopping and everything to do with alcohol. If you are planning on hitting the town tonight and partying to the max, here are some tips that might help to support your…
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Healthy Christmas food alternatives to support a healthy gut
Christmas food choices Many of us will have already eaten a Christmas dinner or two, complete with a starter, Christmas pudding with cream or brandy butter and perhaps mince pies, cheese, and biscuits and if we are lucky, some after-dinner chocolates…and don’t forget the bread roll with butter on the side. We may also have…
- Everyday Health ·
Regular bowel movements throughout the festive season
How to have regular bowel movements Dietary changes over the Christmas period can lead to changes in our pooping behaviour, as our bowels may become more sluggish and temporarily constipated. For some of us, Christmas excess may cause our bowels to loosen, leading to diarrhoea. This can be particularly true if we consume excess alcohol…
- Gut Health ·
Improving gut health in the cold weather
Improving gut health ♪♫ Oh the weather outside is frightful….♪♫ Winter is now well and truly upon us, bringing dark mornings and nights, cold and wet weather, and lots of winter bugs doing the rounds. Supporting our gut can help to keep us healthy throughout the winter months and we have compiled our top tips…
- Gut Health ·
Do friendly bacteria help the immune system?
Do friendly bacteria help the immune system? Autumn and winter bring with them an increase in the numbers of viruses being passed around and can be hard on the immune system, particularly in schools, workplaces and other areas where lots of people congregate together indoors. In the UK at the moment, we are seeing a…
- Everyday Health ·
National Diabetes Month
National Diabetes Month November is National Diabetes Month which helps promote and raise the awareness of Type 1 and 2 diabetes. Seeing as gut health is our specialty, we thought we would summarise the latest thinking regarding our microbiome and diabetes. #nationaldiabetesmonth Our gut bacteria is unique to each of us and develops based upon…
Lactobacillus & Bifidobacterium reduce risk of NEC in pre-term babies
Pre-term babies The study showed that the administration of multispecies Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium combination probiotics was associated with a significantly decreased risk of NEC and late-onset sepsis in the NICU at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. This evaluation supports the routine use of multi-species Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium combination probiotics for preventing NEC in very preterm…
- Mental Health ·
National Stress Awareness Day – 6th November 2019
National stress awareness day Today (the first Wednesday in November) is National Stress Awareness Day here in the UK. This day is designed to allow us to take a moment to think about our well-being and, if we need it, to remind us to find advice or support on managing our stress levels. Some interesting…
- Latest Research ·
Association between gut microbiome and stunted growth in prem babies
The gut microbiome The more abnormal the microbiome in NICU infants, the more likely they are to experience stunted growth even at 4 years of age. While the growth stunting of premature infants has been well known, the role of the microbiome has not been investigated. The effects of the gut microbiome on this growth…
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Spiced Pumpkin (or butternut squash) and Sweet Potato Soup
A warming gut-friendly spiced pumpkin recipe for Bonfire Night. Spiced pumpkin, butternut squash and sweet potatoes all contain high levels of fibre, which supports healthy digestion, and provide lots of beta carotene (vitamin A), which supports the structure of skin and other body membranes (including the gut wall). Ginger, coriander and turmeric are all anti-inflammatory…
- Latest Research ·
Chemicals and microbes differ by living environment
Microbes in living environments Microbes are everywhere in the biosphere, and their presence invariably affects the environment that they are growing in. Perhaps unsurprisingly, researchers have found that the bacteria and chemicals in city homes differ greatly from those found in jungle huts. Whilst city homes are rife with industrial chemicals, cleaning agents and fungi, jungle huts were…
- Latest Research ·
Diet recommendations for those with depression
Diet for depression Recent studies indicate that patients with depression have gut dysbiosis. This new study recommends that patients with depression or vulnerability to depression should follow a plant-based diet with high levels of grains/fibres and fish. TG Dinan et al. Feeding melancholic microbes: MyNewGut recommendations on diet and mood. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cinu.2018.11.010 Want to know…
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What are the worst foods for your gut?
Worst foods for your gut exposed Digestive health is critical to the health of your whole body – from your brain to your skin, your immunity to your weight. And of course, not forgetting digestive symptoms themselves – bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, acid reflux, indigestion… But what can you do every day to support your digestive…
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Vegan Buckwheat Pancakes
Vegan buckwheat pancakes recipe For #worldveganday, we wanted to share this easy vegan breakfast pancake recipe. As well as being vegan, the pancakes are also gluten and dairy-free – buckwheat is a gluten-free grain. The ground flaxseed adds extra fibre, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. The recipe makes around 10 pancakes. Ingredients 200g buckwheat flour¾…
- Everyday Health ·
Why does UTI cause stomach bloating?
How a UTI may cause bloating Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, ureters (tubes between the kidneys and the bladder), the bladder itself, and the urethra (the tube from the bladder through which we urinate). The majority of UTI bloating involve the lower urinary tract…
- Gut Health ·
Does gut bacteria cause IBS?
What is the connection between gut bacteria and IBS This is a question we often get asked and we thought you might be interested in our answer… What is IBS? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder that affects the large intestine, characterised by abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhoea, constipation or both. It is…
- Babies ·
Do babies have bacteria in their gut?
The development of the microbiome (gut bacteria) is essential for life and develops throughout the first 2-3 years of life, after which its configuration is set for the rest of our lives. Until recently, a baby’s gut was considered to be sterile until birth, when bacteria from the birth canal and the environment initiated the…
- Latest Research ·
Foetal exposure to the maternal microbiota
A new study is challenging the understanding that a baby’s gut is sterile until birth, demonstrating that a foetus has its own microbiome or communities of bacteria living in the gut. This study suggests that this foetal microbiome is transmitted from the mother during pregnancy and the findings suggest the potential for interventions during pregnancy…
- Women's Health ·
How to get rid of bloating during pregnancy
Bloating during pregnancy insight If you are pregnant or have ever been pregnant, you will know that there are a number of not so desirable side effects that come alongside the growth of a baby. One of the main ones is bloating during pregnancy. These are particularly noticeable in the first trimester (three months) of…
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National Chocolate Week
National Chocolate Week 2019 This week, October 14th-20th is National Chocolate Week here in the UK and as we love chocolate here at ProVen, we thought we’d bring you some health-related chocolate facts to help make you feel better about your chocolate consumption. Cocoa has been shown to increase the levels of friendly bacteria in the…
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National Curry Week
National Curry week recipe This week (7th-13th October) is national curry week and here at ProVen Probiotics, we love our curries and the fact that home-made curries with natural ingredients can be really good for your gut. To find out more about this great event, please click HERE. Here is one of our favourite recipes –…
- Mental Health ·
ADHD Awareness Month – October 2019
ADHD Awareness Month Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common condition that is affecting increasing numbers of both children and adults. It is considered to be a neurodevelopmental disorder that involves a ‘persistent or ongoing pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that gets in the way of daily life or typical development’. It is a multi-faceted…
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SIBO – an in-depth update
With SIBO appearing more prevalent and discussion around testing methods, Nutritional Therapist, Adrienne Benjamin, takes a closer look. Can you explain what SIBO is? Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is an increase in the number and/ or changes in the types of bacteria present in the small intestine (SI). [1] The official definition is an…
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SIBO – an in-depth update
With SIBO appearing more prevalent and discussion around testing methods, Nutritional Therapist, Adrienne Benjamin, takes a closer look. Can you explain what SIBO is? Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is an increase in the number and/ or changes in the types of bacteria present in the small intestine (SI). [1] The official definition is an…
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The impact of antibiotics
We know antibiotic treatment has an effect on the microbiota but what about the immune system? Here, Nutritional Therapist, Adrienne Benjamin, offers her perspective. What are the key factors that can affect a person’s immune system? The immune system is affected by a wide range of external factors, including genetics, infection, stress, a diet high…
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The impact of antibiotics
We know antibiotic treatment has an effect on the microbiota but what about the immune system? Here, Nutritional Therapist, Adrienne Benjamin, offers her perspective. What are the key factors that can affect a person’s immune system? The immune system is affected by a wide range of external factors, including genetics, infection, stress, a diet high…
- Food and Drink ·
World Vegetarian day
Bean Chilli for Vegetarian Day Are you a vegetarian? Or are you considering moving to a vegetarian diet? Today (1st October) has been designated World Vegetarian Day and kicks off Vegetarian Awareness Month – both designed to tempt people to try vegetarianism (even for just one day). Including more vegetables in our diet is beneficial…
- Everyday Health ·
Go sober for October
Healthy advice to go sober The #GoSober month starts again today and some of the main benefits of going sober quoted on the campaign’s website are:-A clearer head-More energy-Sleeping better-Weight loss-Help people with cancer (money raised goes to Macmillan Cancer Support)-Sense of achievement We would add ‘better digestion and elimination’ to this list of health…
- Gut Health ·
Is Eczema a gut issue?
Eczema gut health issues examined More than two-thirds of our immune system is housed in our gut, meaning that the digestive tract is key to communicating with the immune system and a poorly functioning digestive system may be at the root of many conditions relating to immunity. Understanding the eczema gut health correlation is essential.…
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What foods are good for eczema?
Curing eczema Eczema is associated with excessive inflammation in the body and basing your diet around anti-inflammatory foods can help to replace any inflammatory foods you are currently eating, whilst adding in essential vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids. Foods that may help include the following: Oily fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring) and seeds, including flaxseeds,…
- Everyday Health ·
What healthy poop looks like?
Understanding your poop As well as different toilet routines and habits, we all have different looking poop, with different textures, sizes, shapes, and smells. So what constitutes a healthy poop? Whilst we all have our own ‘normal’ in relation to our poop, healthy stools are soft and formed, not hard and lumpy, and are passed…
- Everyday Health ·
What is eczema?
Symptoms and causes explained On day one of #NationalEczemaWeek, we thought it would be useful to provide an insight into this condition – what is eczema, who it affects, and how to recognise it. Eczema is a condition that causes the skin to become inflamed or irritated and there are a number of different types,…
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Can gut bacteria cause gas?
Stomach gas symptoms explored Gas may be caused by an overgrowth of the unfriendly types of gut bacteria, often referred to as pathogenic or bad bacteria. Examples of this type of bacteria include Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) and Escherichia coli (E. coli) Most of us will have these strains of bacteria in our gastrointestinal (GI) tract, but the key is…
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What are the probiotic foods?
11 of the most popular probiotic foods Probiotics or good bacteria have been part of our diet for thousands of years. They are defined as live microorganisms that have health benefits when consumed and they help to support balance in our gut. Whilst we now have many good or friendly bacteria supplements available to us,…
- Gut Health ·
Gut friendly holiday tips
Gut Friendly Holiday Tips When travelling you need to ensure that your gut is ready for not just the change of scenery, but more importantly the change in diet. Here are some of our most common questions answered in regards to gut-friendly holiday tips from our in-house nutritionist, Adrienne Benjamin. Don’t stray too far from…
- Everyday Health ·
Beating the back to school blues
Exercise and kid gut health If you’re anything like me, you will have been experiencing some protestations from your children this week regarding going to bed at night and getting out of bed in the morning. Encouraging children to see and derive the benefit between exercise and kid gut health is becoming more paramount during…
- Everyday Health ·
What makes a healthy poop?
Understanding the need for healthy poop Each of us produces more than 1,000 pounds of faeces (poop) every year and more than half of this is bacteria – there are almost 100 billion bacteria in every gram of stool. Almost 50% of these bacteria are alive and the types of bacteria can influence how hard…
- Everyday Health ·
Reasons to get outside this bank holiday weekend
Your health and the great outdoors The weather forecast for the bank holiday weekend is great and what better opportunity to get outside and have some fun in the sunshine. Not only is it good for your health but it helps with your physical and mental state. We are always being told that going outside…
- Kids Health ·
How can I improve my child’s gut health?
Gut health for kids Gut health for kids can be a daunting task. The summer holidays can often feel like a constant round of providing food for the kids – breakfast, second breakfast, snack, lunch, second lunch, snack, tea, dinner…you get the message! As a result, it can also be a time when eating healthily…
- Gut Health ·
Does gut bacteria cause IBS?
Gut bacteria cause IBS Answering one of the fundamental questions, ‘Does gut bacteria cause IBS?’ is a regular question we get asked. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common digestive disorders, defined by recurring episodes of abdominal pain and changes to bowel habits, along with reductions in health-related quality of life. A…
- Babies ·
The gut microbiome and baby colic
Gut microbiome and baby colic Having a baby suffering from colic is perhaps one of the most difficult experiences for new parents as it is associated with hours of crying and can continue for much of the first 4-5 months of your new baby’s life. Understanding the relationship between the gut microbiome and baby colic…
- Everyday Health ·
The gut microbiome and eczema
Gut microbiome and Eczema Understanding the direct correlation between the gut microbiome and eczema is being researched more and more nowadays. The number of people with allergies has increased dramatically in the UK over the past 50 years and 40% of children now develop allergic conditions such as eczema, asthma, and rhinitis (hay fever). Whilst…
- Babies ·
The importance of supporting baby gut health from birth
Baby gut health The gut microbiome (bacteria) is established at birth when bacteria are transferred from mother to baby and then develops during the first year of life as the baby is exposed to different external factors. The diversity and number of bacteria in the microbiota increase over this period to support the development of…
- Kids Health ·
School’s out for summer…
Summer is here and we are all looking forward to long days of sunshine and fun. Appreciating that school’s out for summer can bring so much joy and freedom too. Vitamin D is produced by the action of sunshine on the skin, so the more time we can spend outdoors in the sunshine, the more…
- Everyday Health ·
Exercising in the heat
Exercising in the heat For many of us, the summer months help to boost our exercise regime as we are able to work out outside in the sunshine…but the heat can also take its toll on the tempo and length of our fitness sessions. Here are some tips to keep exercising in the heat: The…
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Healthy barbecue ideas
Healthy barbecue ideas explored Barbecue season and the temptation to feast on lots of bread and meat has arrived. Whilst this might be appealing, it is likely to affect your digestion and gut transit time and feasting on the following tasty alternatives will be more beneficial for gut health. Having a range of healthy barbecue…
- Men's Health ·
Focus on the dad bod
Whilst many articles focus on advice for women, men can also be a little daunted by the prospect of summer and baring their bodies on the beach. To help redress the balance, here are our top tips for all those men looking to tone up in time for their summer holidays and acquire that desired…
- Everyday Health ·
Kissing and bacteria – the intimate facts
Kissing and Bacteria You might think that the link between kissing and probiotics is tenuous, but did you know… …We have an oral microbiome that can be influenced by intimate kissing …The oral microbiome is shared in couples with relatively high kissing frequency …A 10-second kiss results in an average of 80 million bacteria transferred…
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Did you know we have our own Nutritionist?
Adrienne Benjamin Pro-Ven Probiotics have their own in-house nutritionist, Adrienne Benjamin to help answer your questions and find the right product for you. Adrienne Benjamin is a registered nutritionist and member of BANT (the British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine) and CNHC (Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council). She graduated from the Centre for Nutrition…
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- Men's Health ·
Exercising to support your gut
Support your gut We all know that poor digestion can affect our mood – if our gut is ‘off’, we can feel uncomfortable, bloated, and lethargic and it can also affect our bowel movements. Whilst there is clear evidence to show that exercise supports mood, researchers have also shown that regular exercise can affect the…
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Vegetable Curry with Quinoa
Our gut-friendly vegetable curry with quinoa contains anti-inflammatory ingredients such as coconut milk, bone broth, ginger, and garlic to support gut healing. The vegetables and quinoa provide fibre to help keep our digestive system running smoothly. Ingredients Makes 2 servings – add or substitute any vegetables that you prefer or have available (eg. butternut squash,…
- Everyday Health ·
Simple well-being ideas that we can all achieve
We all know that making some simple well-being choices can have a great impact on our lives. Whether at home, work or out and about, ProVen Probiotics offer up some simple well-being ideas to get you started: Well-being ideas at work: 1) Get a standing desk2) Get up and walk around at least once every…
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Mindful eating tips and tricks
Eating Tips It is useful to know that digestion starts a long time before our food reaches our stomach. Being aware of good eating tips and taking time to eat more mindfully, can help to relieve any difficulties we may have with digesting and absorbing the nutrients from our food and potentially alleviate uncomfortable and…
- Everyday Health ·
Yoga moves for digestion
Yoga moves for digestion Today is #internationalyogaday and including some simple yoga movements in your daily routine may help to ease digestive symptoms. The health benefits of yoga are widely acknowledged and these four positions may be particularly useful to help release gas and relieve bloating and pressure in the digestive system. Wind Relieving Posture…
- Mental Health ·
International Father’s Mental Health Day (IFMHD)
Suffering from parental depression? Postnatal depression among mums is still a challenging topic, but the impact of parenting on dads is a subject that is rarely discussed. Parental depression can hit both sexes and is a serious issue due to the changing environment. Recognising how this can affect fathers is equally important. First launched in…
- Men's Health ·
Supporting the health of men everywhere
Health of men A man’s health faces key threats as he gets older from heart disease, erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and even depression. The average man pays less attention to his health than the average woman. Being enlightened to the issues affecting men and how we can change it for the better, is one of our goals. Celebrate and…
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A healthier option for National Fish and Chip Day
National Fish and Chip Day For National Fish And Chip Day we’ve found a more gut-friendly, healthy option for you to try from UP fitness: Ingredients 150g cod fillet1 egg, beaten75g cooked quinoa15g fresh parsley, finely choppedZest of 1/2 a lemon100g sweet potato60g peas75g asparagus50g kale10g fresh mint, shredded1 tsp butter1tsp baking powder½ tsp cinnamon…
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Keeping your tummy festival happy
Gut friendly advice The past few weekends have seen the start of the 2019 festival season and keeping your tummy happy with gut-friendly advice is a must, especially as they have become ever more popular in recent years, many of us will be off to at least one this summer. Whether it is Glastonbury or…
- Women's Health ·
Friendly bacteria and the menopause
Friendly bacteria and the menopause Menopause brings with it a number of changes to our bodies, most of which are associated with the reduction in oestrogen production that occurs at this time. Many of these changes are directly linked to a healthy balance of friendly bacteria both in the gut and in the genito-urinary tract.…
- Everyday Health ·
On national sun day – why we need vitamin D
Are you getting enough vitamin D? Vitamin D is best known for its role in bone health. We must have vitamin D to absorb calcium and promote bone growth and too little vitamin D may result in soft bones or rickets in children and fragile, misshapen bones in adults (osteomalacia). It is also needed for…
- Everyday Health ·
Non-food triggers of IBS
What are the non-food triggers of IBS? Irritable bowel syndrome is generally related to food and can lead to a restriction in key food groups in an attempt to try to identify triggers of IBS and manage symptoms. But there are a number of causes of IBS that are not food-related and implementing strategies to…
- Everyday Health ·
Tips for coping with IBS and related anxiety
Coping with IBS? Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects one in five of us and is twice as likely in women as men. The main symptoms are abdominal pain, bloating and a change in bowel habits (diarrhoea, constipation or a mix of both). It can also cause non-gut-related symptoms, such as fatigue, anxiety and other emotional…
- Gut Health ·
Gut-Brain Connection
Is there a gut-brain connection? Have you ever had an anxious feeling in your gut? Wondered if there is a gut-brain connection? Or felt angry, sad, happy, nervous or any other strong emotion and had a reaction in your tummy? We often use phrases like ‘gut feeling’ and ‘butterflies in my tummy’ when referring to…
- Everyday Health ·
Spring has sprung – time to spring clean your body as well as our homes
Want to know how to spring clean your body?Spring clean your body and mind. All this begins with our gut – here are some key steps to ensuring your digestive system is raring to go. Increase your fibreFibre from vegetables, fruits and other plant-based foods can help to support a number of gut functions, including…
- Mental Health ·
World Bi-Polar day
What is World Bi-Polar day? Today is World Bi-Polar Day and we wanted to show our support by helping to disseminate information about this condition and support the fight against the stigma of mental health. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness that affects more than 1 million people in the UK. It is characterised…
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Start the day with a nutritious breakfast
Ideas for a nutritious breakfast? Starting the day with a healthy nutritious breakfast helps to set our children (and us) up for the day and also helps to prevent hunger before lunchtime. A healthy breakfast should always include protein and should aim to include at least one (if not two or three) portions of fruit…
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Lunch box ideas – Healthy alternatives
Gut-friendly lunch box ideas A healthy lunchbox should include protein, vegetables, fruit and perhaps some other form of carbohydrate and a little something sweet – and a drink (preferably water). Here are some gut-friendly lunch box ideas for each of these elements, which can be used to build a filling and healthy lunchbox every day…
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Healthy snack ideas for you and the kids
Want some healthy snack ideas? For whenever the kids (or you!) are hungry and need to grab something quickly, here are a few of our gut-friendly and healthy snack ideas for those after-school hunger monsters. Always try and include some protein as this will fill you and your children up more and help you to…
- Women's Health ·
International Women’s Day – focus on an area of women’s health
What is the vaginal microbiome? Today is International Women’s Day and we thought it was an appropriate time to talk about an area of women’s health that is not often discussed ‘out loud’ – the vaginal microbiome. As a company that produces friendly bacteria products, the microbiome (the microorganisms that live both on and in…
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- Recipes ·
Gut friendly ideas for topping your pancakes
The perfect pancake As today is pancake day, there are pancake recipes all over social media today, so we thought we’d focus on some healthy toppings built around supporting gut health. Here are some of our gut-friendly ideas for you. Sweet or savoury? Take your pick and enjoy… Savoury Vegetables contain dietary fibre, which supports…
- Gut Health ·
How salt affects our gut bacteria
How salt kills bacteria in your gut Gut bacteria are sensitive to salt and has been linked to autoimmune disease and hypertension. Common salt reduces the number of certain lactic acid bacteria in the gut of humans. This has an impact on immune cells which are partly responsible for autoimmune diseases and hypertension. Therefore, salt kills bacteria that is…
- Food and Drink ·
Eating Disorder Awareness Week
The link between the microbiome and eating disorders This week is Eating Disorder Awareness Week and there is increasing research investigating the potential link between the health of the microbiome and causes and outcomes for eating disorders. Eating disorders (anorexia, Nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder) were originally thought of…
- Gut Health ·
Your gut as your immune system
How the gut immune system nourishes and protects The immune system is the main link between our gut bacteria and their influence on our health and disease. And we now know that this education begins even before we are born. Did you know that around 70% of your immune system lives in your gut? And one of…
- ProVen News ·
We Won the Feefo Trusted Service Award 2019
ProVen Probiotics are very proud to announce that we have won the Feefo* Trusted Service 2019 award, an independent badge of excellence that recognises businesses for delivering exceptional service, as rated by you, our customers. The Feefo Trusted Service badge is awarded to businesses that: maintain a consistent standard of excellence, have collected a specified…
- Everyday Health ·
Probiotics for IBS
Can probiotics for IBS help your symptoms? Taking probiotics for IBS is thought to help restore the natural balance of bacteria in your gut and this can have a positive effect on your overall well-being. Of course, eating a healthy diet and reducing caffeine, alcohol and sugar intake, can all help to support the production…
- Kids Health ·
Support your child’s brain through their gut
Supporting your child’s gut and brain development Probiotics help the body digest and absorb nutrients from food so that your child can grow and maintain a healthy weight and increased energy levels. Due to the gut-brain connection, children with unhealthy gut microbiomes may experience more problems with learning, attention, and memory. Therefore, supporting your child’s…
- Food and Drink ·
- Recipes ·
3 gut-friendly recipes for kids
Gut health is key to supporting overall wellness and plays a key role in mental health. More than 90% of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, alongside other key neurotransmitters, chemical messengers used by the nervous system to support our mood and mental wellbeing. Thus, healthy digestion supports a healthy mind (and vice…
- Mental Health ·
Supporting our children’s mental health
Children’s mental health and young people According to the latest statistics, 11.2% of schoolchildren in the UK have a diagnosable mental health condition and this figure is growing year-on-year. Around 75% of these are not receiving treatment and three-quarters of all mental health issues are established by the time someone is 18 years old. It…
- Everyday Health ·
Why should I take probiotics alongside antibiotics?
Understand the benefits of probiotics alongside antibiotics? There are many different types of antibiotics. Some are broad-spectrum, meaning that they act on a wide range of disease-causing bacteria. Others are designed to kill certain species of bacteria. Understanding why to take probiotics alongside antibiotics is the first step to ensure you protect your gut-friendly bacteria.…
- Microbiome Knowledge ·
The changing ecosystem of the gut microbiota
Individual gut bacteria profiles as an indicator of health This review provides an overview of the studies that focus on gut microbiota balances in the same individual and between individuals and highlight the close mutualistic relationship between gut microbiota variations and diseases. This study concludes that dysbiosis can be considered a biomarker of intestinal and…
- Everyday Health ·
National Obesity Awareness Week – is it all about BMI?
National Obesity Awareness Week It’s National Obesity Awareness Week in the UK and on Monday we re-posted a blog by Nutritional Therapist Rosie Letts discussing some reasons it might be difficult to lose weight. Today, we wanted to provide some information about how obesity statistics are calculated and show that it might not be the…
- Everyday Health ·
What to look for in a healthy poo?
What does a healthy poo look like? Your bowel habits and the health of your stools reflect your gut health and can help to identify issues with digestion, stool transit time if you are eating enough fibre and drinking enough water and potentially more serious health issues. Healthy poo from its size, texture and colour,…
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