The incredible complexity of the gut and its importance to our overall health is a topic of increasing research in the medical community. Numerous studies in the past two decades have demonstrated links between gut health and the immune system, mood, mental health, autoimmune diseases, endocrine disorders, skin conditions, and cancer.
At one time, our digestive system was considered a relatively “simple” body system, comprised essentially of one long tube for our food to pass through, be absorbed, and then excreted.
The term “gut microbiome” refers specifically to the microorganisms living in your intestines. A person has about 300 to 500 different species of bacteria in their digestive tract. While some microorganisms are harmful to our health, many are incredibly beneficial and even necessary to a healthy body.
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In this blog post, we’ll look at changes to the gut microbiome during middle age – our 40s and 50s. This can be a time of immense upheaval and change health-wise, especially for women, most of whom transition through menopause at this time. The gut microbiome in middle age A quick search of research papers
An enzyme is a protein within the body that helps speed up the rate of a chemical reaction. In the case of digestive enzymes, they do this by breaking down the food we eat into smaller particles that can then be absorbed and used by the body. Thanks to digestive enzymes, the nutrients contained within
April is IBS Awareness Month and we thought it was a good time to pull together a comprehensive article summarising some of the information around irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to support those who might already have it or might be concerned that they have some of the symptoms. We have written a number of posts
Looking after our gut involves both diet and lifestyle – including eating healthily, exercising, staying hydrated and managing stress and sleep. The relationship between exercise and gut health is proving to be more intricate than was previously understood, with researchers starting to look at it in more detail. In what ways can exercise be good
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Today, the third Monday in January has become known as ‘Blue Monday’. Apparently, it is the most depressing day of the year, although many dismiss this as nonsense! The Samaritans have turned it around and declared today ‘Brew Monday’, encouraging us to get together with a friend or family member for a cup of tea
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