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IBD: symptoms, causes & what to do about it!

Half a million people in the UK are living with IBD – here’s how to manage the symptoms!

The gut-immune axis: 8 things that scientists know (so far!)

Discover how the gut-immune axis shapes your overall health, and learn practical ways to keep your microbial city resilient 💪

Why am I so gassy? Let’s talk about farts and 6 ways to tame them

Feeling gassy? Here’s why and HOW to fix it…

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3 foods to feed your gut for better hormone health!

Optimise your hormones with these foods. Leila explains all HERE!

How can mucilaginous foods support gut health?

On a mission to support your gut? Check out these gut-friendly foods…

5 reasons Mum needs collagen

5 science-backed reasons Pure Fish Collagen is the ideal Mother’s Day gift ❤

What is gut health and why does it matter?

Discover what gut health is, why it matters, and how to support digestion and wellbeing!

The gut-brain connection: how addressing my mental health transformed my gut health

Arabella shares her personal journey of discovering the powerful link between the gut and brain!

Prebiotics

Prebiotics are beneficial sources of food for probiotic bacteria. Bacteria metabolise/ferment prebiotics, and this supports their growth and activity. The best-known prebiotics include dietary fibres […]

10 Years???? Never!!!

10 years! 🥳 Shann makes sense of it all….

6 top tips for dealing with diarrhoea

Let’s tackle the topic nobody wants to talk about 💩

Hydrating electrolyte drink: the perfect summer refreshment

This refreshing electrolyte drink is the perfect companion for your summer activities! Recipe HERE…

The power of postbiotics

You’ve heard about probiotic and prebiotics… but what about postbiotics? Discover this KEY to gut health!

Sutterella

Sutterella is a genus of bacteria found in the human gastrointestinal tract, particularly associated with the microbiota of individuals with certain health conditions, including autism […]

Proprionate

Propionate is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) produced by the fermentation of dietary fibers by gut microbiota such as Fibrobacter and Bacteroides species. It serves […]

Dorea

Dorea is a genus of anaerobic, gram-positive bacteria found in the human gastrointestinal tract. It is a member of the family Lachnospiraceae within the Firmicutes […]

Butyrivibrio

Butyrivibrio is not typically a predominant genus in the human gut, but it can be found in small amounts where it contributes to the microbial […]

Blautia

Blautia is a genus of anaerobic, gram-positive bacteria belonging to the family Lachnospiraceae within the phylum Firmicutes. These bacteria are commonly found in the human […]

Alistipes

Alistipes is a genus of anaerobic bacteria primarily found in the human gastrointestinal tract. It belongs to the family Rikenellaceae within the phylum Bacteroidetes. These […]

Natural DIY cleaning spray to safeguard your home

Ditch the nasty household chemicals with this DIY NATURAL cleaning spray!

Gut dysbiosis: part 2 – signs, symptoms & links to disease

Gut dysbiosis can show up in more ways than you might think!

Lachnospira

Lachnospira is a genus of anaerobic bacteria that is a part of the human gut microbiota. Lachnospira is one of the best known members of […]

Gut dysbiosis – part 1: what is it?

What’s the big deal about gut DYSBIOSIS? Find out here…

Oral Microbiome – your mouth and your gut are connected!

Your oral health is more important than you think. Discover why your mouth is your stomach’s first line of DEFENCE!🦷

Butyricimonas

Butyricimonas is a genus of Gram-negative, anaerobic bacteria that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract. Like Butyricicoccus, this genus is notable for its capacity to produce butyrate, […]

Xyloglucan

Xyloglucan is a hemicellulose polysaccharide, a type of natural fibre found in plant cell walls. Think of it as the plant’s scaffolding, giving the plant […]

Coprococcus

Coprococcus is a group of beneficial gut bacteria that play a crucial role in promoting human health. The clinical literature on Coprococcus is extensive and […]

16S rRNA Sequencing

16S rRNA sequencing is an advanced molecular method employed to explore and analyse the bacteria present in the gut through the examination of stool samples. […]

Signs your synbiotics are working!

How do you know if your probiotics + prebiotics are working? All the info you need –

Lactobacillus johnsonii

Lactobacillus johnsonii is a beneficial bacterium that lives in the human gut. L. johnsonii plays a significant role in promoting health. This probiotic microbe has […]

Gut microbiome dysbiosis

Gut microbiome dysbiosis, or simply “dysbiosis”, refers to an imbalance or disruption in the composition and function of the gut microbiome, which is the collection […]

Mannanoligosaccharides (MOS)

Mannanoligosaccharides (MOS) are complex carbohydrates composed of mannose sugars linked together in a chain-like structure. Extracted from the cell wall of yeast (commonly Saccharomyces cerevisiae), […]

Biofilm – The Beauty and the Beast

What are biofilms and what can you do to prevent the harmful kind?

Butyrate

Butyrate, also known as butyric acid, is a short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) that is crucial for colon health and overall well-being. It is primarily produced […]

Campylobacter

Campylobacter is a genus of bacteria with a diverse range of species, some of which play significant roles in human health and disease. Here is […]

Roseburia

Roseburia is a beneficial gut microbe that plays a crucial role in human health for several reasons. It plays roles in producing butyrate, regulating inflammation, […]

Faecalibacterium

Faecalibacterium is a genus of bacteria commonly found in the human gut. One of the most well-known species within this genus is Faecalibacterium prausnitzii. This […]

Bifidobacterium

Bifidobacterium species or Bifidobacteria are beneficial microbes found in the human gut, fermented foods and food supplements. Bifidobacterium species or Bifidobacteria play a critical role […]

Lactobacillus

Lactobacillus are a group of beneficial bacteria typically found in your digestive and urinary tracts and in fermented foods, especially fermented dairy, e.g. kefir. The Lactobacillus […]

Inflammation – friend or foe?

What exactly is inflammation and how can you manage it? Find out more here!

Let’s spice it up! 

Heard all the talk about herbs and spices, but not sure where to start? Here’s a foundation course for you, plus the science to back it up.