Gut Science
Ask the experts: Whatβs the relationship between stress and IBS?
April is a particularly good time to be asking this question. Itβs both IBS Awareness Month and Stress Awareness Month, so I suspect lots of people will be paying even closer attention than usual t...
Gut basics
Lactobacillus acidophilus: Health benefits and more
Here, we investigate the probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus acidophilus. We explore research into its health benefits and describe any risks.
How clock changes affect your gut and how to stay on track
Gastroenterology Dietitian Dr Sammie Gill shares fiveΒ ways to keep your body clock on track when the clocks go forward.
Gut basics
What are the symptoms of coeliac disease in females?
Coeliac disease causes gut-related symptoms after you eat gluten βΒ but it can also affect periods, pregnancy and fertility in females. Learn more here.
Gut basics
Hydrogen breath test: What, how and why
The hydrogen breath test helps diagnose certain gut issues. In this article, we describe why doctors use it and how it works.
Ask the experts: What can I do to look after my gut microbiome?
Welcome to the first in our new series where we pose your questions to one of our expert healthcare professionals. First up, Dr Chris George shares his GP-approved tips and tricks for looking after...
Gut basics
What is lactose intolerance, and how can you manage it?
We describe the causes, symptoms and treatments of lactose intolerance. Youβll learn the dos and donβts of managing it and find delicious, lactose-free recipes.
Dr Sammie Gill's top 10 recommended gut-health reads
Ready to curl up with a good book? We asked Specialist Gastroenterology Dietitian Dr Sammie Gill to share the 10 gut-health reads she always recommends.
1. Brain Changer
By Felice Jacka
This book ...
Whatβs your poo-sonality?
Are you a scroller or a poo-crastinanor? Find your poo-sonality and what it says about your gut health.
