Gut Science

Gut basics
Diverticulitis vs diverticulosis: Getting your diet right during a flare and beyond
A guide to your diet with diverticulitis or diverticulosis, including myth-busting, what to eat during a flare and sample meals.

Gut basics
What are CFUs in probiotics, and how many do you really need?
Don't be fooled by high CFU counts. Learn what CFUs really are, why survivability matters more than a big number and how to choose the right probiotic.

Gut basics
Probiotics for children: Do they work?
Probiotic supplements are a popular choice for supporting your gut and overall health. But are they safe for children, and do they work?

The science of habit forming
How can we embed a habit into a routine and why is consistency so important? Louise Stanley, Head of Insight at Symprove, explains.

Gut basics
How to choose vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free probiotics
For people who are vegan, lactose intolerant or gluten-free, finding the right gut health supplements can be hard. This is your handy guide.

Gut basics
How can you support your gut health at work, and what are the benefits?
You can support your gut health at work by packing a lunch and taking breaks from your workspace, for example. Here, you’ll learn why these and other strategies can help.

Fact v Fiction
Gut health during the menopause: Why it matters and what you should do
During the menopause, good gut health is vital – it can help reduce symptoms in your gut and beyond. Here, we explain how to care for your gut microbiome.

Ask the experts: What is digestive health and why is it important?
We asked Dr Sarah Jarvis to take it back to basics exploring everything you need to know about digestive health.

Gut basics
How can you ‘boost’ your immune system? Food, lifestyle and more
Which foods and nutrients support immune health? Learn how your diet and other lifestyle factors can keep your immune system in good shape.