Life at Symprove HQ teaches our team a lot about digestive health. Jack Barr, our Senior Performance Marketing Exec, spends his days creating and optimising our digital marketing campaigns and analysing new customer numbers! Now, he’s agreed to share his perspective on the power of an empowering morning routine.
Can you start by telling us a bit about yourself?
“My name is Jack and I grew up in Lusaka, Zambia, before moving to the UK for university and since settling into life in London. I love living an active lifestyle, playing football, tennis, running, and going to the gym. I also have a passion for food, both consuming and cooking it! Particularly anything bread related, like pizza, sourdough, and croissants.”
Where did your interest in gut health start?
“I’ve always had a keen interest in health and wellness growing up playing sports and being active. Although I can’t pinpoint exactly where my interest started, my Mum definitely had an influence always emphasising the importance of a balanced diet.
“Something I’ve been conscious of as I’ve got older is my exposure to antibiotics and the impact this would have had on my microbiome. As a result, I’ve done a lot of research into how you can replenish any good bacteria that may have been killed. After reading the book 10% Human by Anna Collins, that firmly cemented the importance of looking after my gut microbiome.”
How did you hear about Symprove?
“I found out about Symprove through my girlfriend's mum!”
How long have you been taking Symprove for, and what changes have you noticed over time?
“I’ve been taking Symprove for about 1.5 years, since I began working here. My motivation to take Symprove has always been preventative – I know that all the positive additions to your health cumulate over time.
“My girlfriend has always suffered from gut issues, as so many people do, and we started taking it together, and she’s felt a noticeable difference.”
When you first started taking Symprove, what was that experience like? What did you notice in the first few weeks?
“I’m accustomed to fermented products like kefir, kombucha, kimchi etc, so the taste was surprisingly mild and pleasant.
“I noticed some mild adjustments after the first couple of weeks, my body getting used to the balance of bacteria changing. Changes in regularity but I trusted the process and things were soon back to normal and feeling great.”
Tell us what you love the most about Symprove, especially when compared to other gut health products you may have tried?
“The routine and the format. With pills that are stored in the cupboard, I found it hard to remember to take them whereas Symprove is in the fridge ready for a morning shot. The action of taking a shot feels so much more meaningful, and I associate it with drinking something natural, alive, and active.”
How does Symprove fit into your morning routine?
“Symprove forms part of my morning liquids – water, Symprove, coffee.
“Between me and my girlfriend, whoever is up and out of bed first will bring through a glass of water and shot of Symprove – that's how every day starts. Rehydrate, and take a shot.”
Can you share your morning non-negotiables with us?
- “Symprove – right after a big glass of water, I take my shot of Symprove.
- Movement – whether it’s a walk, run, gym session, or mobility work, I always do some kind of movement to start the day.
- Coffee – I love the routine of making a fresh cup of coffee, it's essential to start the day.
- Protein – first meal of the day is always high protein – either a protein shake, eggs, or Greek yogurt.”
Thanks so much for sharing, Jack.
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