Digestive Health

What is liquorice root? No, not those black sweets you find in the old sweet shops! Though they may well contain some of this root extract… Liquorice root, sometimes spelled licorice root, is an ancient herbal remedy that has been used by Egyptian, Indian, Chinese and Assyrian civilisations for centuries, and is now cultivated throughout Asia, Europe and the Middle East. Although it is commonly used in foods like sweets,...

It is a bit mind-blowing to think about, but we all have trillions of microorganisms from thousands of different species living inside our bodies and their collective term is microbiome.1 Each person has a totally unique microbiome (aka, microbiota) consisting of not only bacteria, but...

Our gut has a huge influence on our health. Here Eve Kalinik, author of Happy Gut, Happy Mind, and Holland & Barrett nutritionist Isabel Tarrant reveal how to take care of your gut – so it takes care of you Why gut health matters ‘We...

Do you ever get so gassy you’re in pain? If so, you’re not the only one. Stomach pain caused by gas is a common concern. Luckily, you can get swift relief from stomach pain gas once you know how. But what causes gas? Read on...

You eat well and avoid junk. So why is your digestion still sluggish? We take a look at some lifestyle factors that could be influencing your ability to digest the food you eat. What are the symptoms of not digesting food properly? If your digestion...

You may have heard the digestive system described as a window to your state of health. Having adequate fuel from food is key to allowing your body to thrive. That includes your immune system (your defence against illness or infection), having clear skin, healthy hair,...

Most of us know that dark leafy greens, fish, and berries are good for us. In fact, these ingredients are often classed as superfoods, which is why so many of us include them in our weekly meal plans1 . One item that might not be...

We humans suffer from hiccups even before we are born – your parents may remember seeing you hiccuping on your scan, or felt hiccups while you were in the womb! But, as we get into adulthood, they can become a source of annoyance and even...

You can’t see IBS and the exact cause of this digestive system condition is unknown, so it only makes sense that there is a lot of misleading information out there about it! We’re here to bust 11 of the most common myths about IBS and...

There’s an old rumour about cranberries – that if you’re ever suffering from a urinary tract infection, drinking cranberry juice will help to clear it up. In this article, we’ll investigate if that old legend contains any truth. But first, we’ll explain what cranberry tablets...

We all know how important it is to include plenty of fruit and vegetables in our diets. But it can be hard to get the recommended daily amount, especially if you’re always on the go. Dried fruit might be the answer. While dried varieties of...

Ever heard the expression “cool as a cucumber”? There’s a reason why it’s thrown around a lot, and that’s because cucumber is exceptionally refreshing and effortlessly hydrating. As well as being delicious in salads and great for flavouring your water, cucumber has many benefits for...