There’s more to looking after your gut than just eating properly. Did you know, for instance, that exercise can have a big impact on gut health? Read on for some top tips to keep your insides in pristine condition.
By Hilary Pereira
Eat plenty of fibre
Food rich in fibre include fruit and vegetables, oats and beans, cereals, bran and wholegrains.
Give time to eating
Try not to eat in a hurry: giving plenty of time to mealtimes will help you digest food more efficiently and thoroughly.
Be drink wise
Excessive alcohol consumption can irritate the lining of the stomach, so try to stay within sensible limit
Try to reduce stress levels
When we’re stressed, our bodies produce more adrenalin, which means all our bodily proc
Stop smoking
Did you know that smoking can increase your risk of stomach and other digestive disorders such as heartburn, ulcers and gallstones?
Prevent constipation
When you need to go to the loo, go: don’t hang on or you’ll risk giving yourself constipation.
Include prebiotics and probiotics
Both prebiotics (found in foods including leeks, onions and bananas) and probiotics (found in some yogurt drinks) are beneficial to the digestive system be
Get your cholesterol checked
A new research study, conducted throughout western Europe and funded by government agencies and charities, has found a potential link between healthy cholestero
Be bowel aware
You probably know what your own ‘normal’ bowel habit is – and if it’s reasonably consistent and you’re opening your bowels regularly it’s
Avoid certain drugs
