January 10, 2019Why does our tummy growl when we think of food or have ‘butterflies’ when we are nervous, whereas an upset tummy causes anxiousness or a bloated tummy brings your mood down? There is a link between the gut and the brain, known as the gut-brain axis.
January 4, 2019Probiotics can help our body to digest food, increase our body’s metabolism, extract more energy and nutrients from food, eliminate toxins, and maintain gut integrity.
December 28, 2018Probiotics are the ‘good’ bacteria that form part of the collection of microorganisms known as the gut microbiota. It is important to balance between good and bad bacteria for good gut health and good immunity.
December 13, 2018A lifestyle that includes healthy eating habits and regular physical activity is the de facto standard, but many don't realise our immunity is also linked to good digestive health.
December 6, 2018Are you suffering from poor digestion, bloating, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea or constipation. Here's how you can keep your gut microbiota in balance.
April 9, 2017The gut microbiota refers to the microbe population living in the gastrointestinal system, and consists of tens of trillions of microorganisms, including at least 1,000 different species of known bacteria.