gut health
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The hidden ecosystems within us: understanding the body’s microbiomes and how to support them
There’s something inherently ‘icky’ about considering the body’s microbiomes. We like to think, for example, that our skin is clean and clear when we get out of the shower or bath. But far from it. You will need a microscope,… Continue reading
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The Wonder of Green Tea!
You can’t have it with milk (exception: matcha latte) and it DOES have caffeine in, but my word, I’ve come a long way from my PG Tips with milk and two sugar days (admittedly I was a small child and… Continue reading
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Personal Insights on Trying a Low FODMAP Diet
A nutritional therapist shares insights from trying the low FODMAP diet for digestive issues. The diet helps manage symptoms by reducing fermentable sugars that cause discomfort. Although challenging, it offers benefits such as improved energy and symptom relief. Short-term adherence… Continue reading
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New year – back to basics!
It’s been a few weeks since my last post, on the underappreciated pros of the seasonal meal that is Christmas dinner. In truth, my seasonal indulgence, though better than last year, was reasonably untrammelled, carried away was I with the… Continue reading
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It ain’t what you eat, it’s the way that you eat it
Well, not quite. It is what we eat as well. But there’s one or two things worth knowing about the how, why and where of eating food. These factors may be the reason why you have gastrointestinal issues such as… Continue reading
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Amazing allotments – what growing your own food brings to the literal and figurative table
The author shares their excitement about acquiring an allotment in Stroud, reflecting on the benefits of gardening, including improved mental wellbeing and organic produce. They highlight the therapeutic aspects of gardening, community engagement, and the positive effects of soil microbiomes… Continue reading
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Musings on the Changing of the Seasons
Well, autumn (fall) has come around again and, as much as I love the long balmy evenings of the summer, I am ready to embrace the cooler climes, darker nights and riot of reds, orange and gold that go with… Continue reading
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Going gluten-free: How I cut out gluten and reintroduced it (hoorah)!
My partner has been gluten-intolerant for a couple of decades. He cited some savage antibiotic courses when he had that pesky stomach bacteria H Pylori. Since then, despite taking probiotics, he has never been the same. He is also reluctant… Continue reading
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It works! I am feeling better!
The author shares a personal journey of improving health after experiencing various symptoms such as dizziness, back pain, and joint issues. They adopted lifestyle changes like dietary adjustments, exercise, and stress management techniques. Through these efforts, they found empowerment and… Continue reading
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The Rough(age) Stuff – Tips for increasing fibre
As someone who has suffered from wonky digestion in the past, I am often concerned with the amount of fibre I am getting, in order to keep things ticking over, as it were. If you’re out and about, having one… Continue reading
Jo Priest - Natural Nutrition 