Gut Science

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Symprove reviews: What the evidence and real customers say
Explore real Symprove customer reviews alongside the research, with clear answers about everyday use and how to decide whether to try it.

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Fact v fiction: the truth about farting and gas
How much gas is actually normal? Is farting a sign of a healthy gut? And are beans really to blame? Let’s separate the fact from the fiction.

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What to look for in a liquid probiotic
Selecting a liquid probiotic means weighing up several factors. Here, we outline everything you need to know to choose a product with confidence.

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Gut health fact v fiction: Common myths about your microbiome
We asked Dietitian Imogen Wolsey some common questions about gut health to find out what's really fact and what's gut fiction.

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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.

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What are the symptoms of Crohn’s disease for females?
Crohn’s disease often causes gut-related symptoms, but it can also affect periods, fertility, pregnancy and how sex feels for females. Learn more here.

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Fact v fiction: could cold carbs feed your microbes better than hot carbs?
Good news for leftover lovers: eating cold or reheated pasta, rice, and potatoes might give your gut microbes more to munch on than when they’re eaten hot. We asked Dietitian Laura Tilt to explain ...

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Fact v fiction: You don't need grains for fibre
Can you get enough fibre from fruit and vegetables alone? We asked dietitian Laura Tilt for the facts.

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Probiotic vs prebiotic: What’s the difference, and do they work?
Here, we describe how prebiotics are different from probiotics. We also explore where to find them, if they offer health benefits and more.