5 Tips for optimal recovery after running a marathon
You’ve done all the things right. You stuck to your training plan, improved your diet to support the additional exercise and went out and completed an incredible feat! All the hard work has been done, and you finished the race, but it doesn’t stop there. While you probably won’t be intending on doing anything too […]
6 ways to ease painful trapped wind
How to manage trapped wind If you suffer from trapped wind, you could try some of our tips to manage the symptoms and reduce the discomfort. Take a look at our suggestions below. 1. Your diet Your diet plays a key role in dealing with trapped wind. Avoid foods that are high in saturated fat […]
Keeping healthy on your travels
Dreaming of sun-soaked beaches, that next metropolitan city break or immersing yourself in authentic cultures from around the globe? You’re not alone – as international travel reopens and summer holidays are back on the agenda, many of us will be making up for lost time in far-flung destinations across all corners of the world. In […]
Pickles: are they the superfood your gut bacteria have been waiting for?
Fermented foods contain high amounts of beneficial bacteria – the same kinds of bacteria that live and thrive in the human gut. Kimchi, sauerkraut, miso, tempeh and the humble pickle are all packed full of these good gut microbes. Pickles as a probiotic: Are they the best gut food for your digestive system? Probiotics are […]