Gut Health

Day 46: Sulforaphane – one of the most potent anti-cancer compounds ever discovered (TYOH, July 2021)

Day 46: Sulforaphane – one of the most potent anti-cancer compounds ever discovered (TYOH, July 2021)

Sulforaphane was discovered by scientists at Johns Hopkins in 1992. Since then, over 2,400 studies have been published on it in the peer-reviewed literature.    Scientists have identified 39 distinct pro-health mechanisms for sulforaphane so far. Many health professionals and researchers believe that sulforaphane is…

Day 45: Extra-Virgin Olive Oil for Gut Health (TYOH, July 2021)

Day 45: Extra-Virgin Olive Oil for Gut Health (TYOH, July 2021)

Extra virgin olive oil has been shown to be beneficial to health. Extra virgin olive oil is one of the only foods just about everyone on earth agrees is healthy – whether you’re Paleo or Vegan, you probably have a bottle in your kitchen.   …

Day 44: Antimicrobial Protocols for Gut Health (TYOH, July 2021)

Day 44: Antimicrobial Protocols for Gut Health (TYOH, July 2021)

For some of you – simply eating an anti-inflammatory and blood-sugar balancing diet may be enough to heal your gut and free you from digestive issues. Others will need additional digestive support and probiotics.    If you have more severe digestive issues, you may need…

Day 43: Gut Health Meal Tips (TYOH, July 2021)

Day 43: Gut Health Meal Tips (TYOH, July 2021)

During July I am doing everything I can to optimise my gut health. I’ve gathered the below recommendations from my 8-week Restore Your Gut programme.      Mealtime plays a major role in the health of your gut. This is why it’s so important to…

Day 42: Probiotics – The Good Guys

Day 42: Probiotics – The Good Guys

Consuming probiotics, either in supplement form or through probiotic-rich food and drinks, is an ideal way to restore the good bacteria in your gut.    There is no doubt we still have a lot to learn about how probiotic supplements work. It was initially thought…

Day 41: Fermented and Cultured Foods

Day 41: Fermented and Cultured Foods

I recommend building up your intake of fermented foods to boost your gut health. Fermented foods are easy to make and are loaded with natural enzymes and probiotics. Start with a tablespoon once a day and build up from there.   YOU CAN FIND LIVE…

Day 40: Chia Seeds for Gut Health 

Day 40: Chia Seeds for Gut Health 

Whilst I am not sure if there is any research which supports eating chia seeds to improve gut health, they are a high fibre and low-FODMAP food and for that reason I believe they are likely to be good for your gut.     Turning them…

A Delicious Seasonal Recipe for Stuffed Peppers, Day 37 TYOH

A Delicious Seasonal Recipe for Stuffed Peppers, Day 37 TYOH

Yesterday I posted about my 14-Day Summer Revitalise programme which is a seasonal two-week plan with gorgeous summer recipes that also happen to be allergy friendly, gluten-free and ideal for anyone looking to boost their immune system and begin to restore gut health.    Today…

14 Day Summer Reset, Grain & Gluten-Free (TYOH Day 36, July 2021) 

14 Day Summer Reset, Grain & Gluten-Free (TYOH Day 36, July 2021) 

My 14-Day Summer Revitalise program is a seasonal two-week plan with gorgeous summer recipes that also happen to be allergy friendly, gluten-free and ideal for anyone looking to boost their immune system and begin to restore gut health.    This plan is designed as a…

The first step towards better gut health: make sure you are digesting your food! TYOH Day 35

The first step towards better gut health: make sure you are digesting your food! TYOH Day 35

Digestive Aids, Digestive Enzymes, HCl and Bile    LACK OF DIGESTIVE ENZYMES   Did you know that enzymes are crucial for digestion of your food?   Therefore, when your body lacks digestive enzymes, a vicious cycle begins. Your body cannot properly digest food, and the…