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A balanced body is one that both looks and feels well, with its various structures able to carry out their respective functions with ease. As well as physical health, this encompasses the brain and therefore mental health. While it’s inevitable that there will be times in life where our ability to remain in balance is challenged (that’s just the world we live in), the more we prioritise our physical and mental health, the more optimally our minds and bodies are able to function, and the easier it is to establish balance, and come back to it when we stray from...

There’s not a body function or process that isn’t affected to some degree by the state of your gut and the diversity of your microbiome. Let’s take a look at some of the tell-tale signs that your gut may need some attention. If you are experiencing any of the following, working on your gut health is a good place to start: 1. Digestive symptoms such as gas and bloating. Gas is a regular product of fermentation processes that occur as food is broken down, however certain strains of bacteria produce more gas than others. If you have an excess of...

Spring sees nature transition almost seamlessly from the slow, cold, dark winter months towards the warmer, more vibrant summer months. Things often don’t go quite so smoothly for us, having spent the past few months cooped up indoors, fighting off infections, perhaps partying a little too hard over the festive period and overindulging in stodgier comfort foods - all of which can lead toa slightly overburdened and sluggish gut. It's the perfect time to give your gut a bit of a service so that by the time summer comes round, you’re full of energy and raring to embrace the sunshine....

By now, you've probably heard that taking care of your gut is a good idea. But how exactly do you support your gut health? We asked Nutritionist Hannah Trueman for her top six tips. Here's what she had to say...