gut microbiome

PROCESSED VS ULTRA-PROCESSED FOODS AND YOUR GUT


Many of the foods we eat today look very different from how they started, but not all “processed” foods are bad. Understanding the difference means we can make informed decisions for our gut health. What is the difference? Processed foods are foods that have been altered from their natural state for safety, convenience, or shelf […] Read more...

WHEN TO WORRY ABOUT BLOATING


Bloating, a benign nuisance or a red flag? Bloating and abdominal distension are common in general practice and are often functional. They are frequently associated with under-recognised...

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OUR TIPS FOR GUT HEALTH


How do we improve our gut health? We can do this by adopting habits that promote the growth of beneficial bacteria and overall digestive health. We asked our 11 gastroenterologists for their tips on...

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THE BENEFITS OF FERMENTED FOODS


Fermented foods are rich in probiotics (live microorganisms) which add to the population of good bacteria in your gut. Dr Tin Nguyen shares an easy recipe for fermented vegetables....

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