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Your gut’s wish-list for 2026
New year, new you…same old gut drama? It’s time to fix your gut once and for all.
With party season behind us, many people turn their attention back to their health. But this time of year also brings a flood of quick fixes and wellness trends – and the sheer volume of advice can feel overwhelming.
Instead of chasing fads, it’s worth returning to basics and focusing on what your gut actually needs to function well.
So, what really works? Let’s take a closer look at some practical, evidence-backed strategies to help keep your gut happy and balanced in 2026.
Add probiotics to your diet
Probiotics are the beneficial bacteria that live in your gut and are found in certain fermented foods. Our Kefir is a sure-fire way to introduce a diverse range of live cultures into your gut microbiome, supporting the healthy functioning of your nervous system, digestion, skin health and energy metabolism.
Check out our Kefir smoothie recipes to get you started!
Feed your gut bugs
Probiotics can only do their job if they’re well fed. To support their growth and activity, your gut bacteria need fibre – a wide variety of it – fruit and veg alone won’t hack it! We know sourcing, cooking and eating such a diverse range of fibres can be tricky, so we created the Complete Prebiotic; a combination of all 18 different diverse types of fibre your gut loves, to fuel all the various and diverse probiotics. Just one tablespoon a day – job done.
Move your body regularly
Regular physical exercise, such as walking, yoga, and weight training, supports the growth of beneficial bacteria, improves digestion and helps manage stress.
Even a brisk 20–30 minute walk can make a difference, promoting microbial diversity, aiding digestion, boosting fitness, and supporting mental wellbeing. So layer up, get outside, and let your gut reap the benefits.
Prioritise a good night’s sleep
A good night’s kip is crucial to your health, but statistics show that 1 in 5 adults regularly don’t get enough sleep!1https://mentalhealth-uk.org/help-and-information/sleep/ Reducing screen time 1-2 hours before bed can help reduce your exposure to blue light, which has been shown to disrupt your circadian rhythm, leading to poorer sleep quality.2https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9424753/ Natural sleep aids, such as magnesium, Kefir, sour cherry juice, and our Sing Me To Sleep Tea can gently encourage better, more restorative sleep.
Take an antimicrobial vinegar
You’ve heard us talk about Probiotic Kefir and Complete Prebiotic powder – and together, they do incredible things for your gut – but if you’re looking to take your gut health to the next level, antimicrobial vinegars can be a powerful addition.
These vinegars help create a gut environment that supports beneficial bacteria while keeping unwanted ‘bad bacteria’ in check.
Reduce and manage stress
Did you know stress also plays an important role in gut health? Stress from work, family, or everyday life can, over time, cause chronic stress, leading to issues like IBS, bloating, cramps and flare-ups of skin issues, including eczema and rosacea.
For gentle, natural stress support, Ashwagandha has been used for centuries to help calm the nervous system and ease stress, anxiety, and low mood.
Your gut doesn’t need extreme cleanses or complicated routines – it responds best to consistent, everyday care. Forget dramatic overhauls; small, sustainable habits are what truly support gut and overall health.
When your gut is balanced, the changes ripple outward – more energy, better digestion, and a greater sense of wellbeing.
Want to know why Kefir has outlived every wellness fad? Read Leah’s article here.
Any questions? Contact one of our Nutritional Therapists via live chat, weekdays from 8 am to 8 pm
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