Bagels are a delicious treat but they often contain preservatives which is why this homemade version is so much better! It’s very easy to make, using only a few ingredients, and you can use homemade greek yoghurt which adds in extra benefits as well. This recipe came to us from Lydia in the Gut Health Guru’s...
Putting it in a very general way, inflammation is the immune system’s response to an irritant. These irritants can be a wide range of things, such as a chemical, plant pollen or a foreign microbe. When your body recognises something foreign, your immune system activates and triggers the inflammatory process.
As the title asks, are fermented foods good for IBS? Well, we're here to explore exactly that. There are several factors that play into what causes IBS, and it's mostly down to how food is digested. Abdominal pain, bloating, and irregular bowel movements are all IBS symptoms that can be relieved by ingesting the correct foods...
The process of Fermentation has been around for over 10,000 years, but like all good things, it's making a comeback. Fermentation works by using bacteria and yeast to break down sugars in a variety of foods and drinks. Including fermented foods and drinks in your diet can greatly improve your health and well-being by increasing the...
If you’ve tried different diets, pills, shakes and you still can’t shift those extra few kilos I might have an answer for you. Balancing your gut microbiome could be the key to a healthier, happy version of yourself. In recent years, researchers have proven that the type of bacteria in your gut control...
If you are looking for a healthy yet filling meal, this is it! This seasoned beef and vegetable recipe is very adaptable and GAPS friendly on its own! You can omit the cayenne powder if you are sensitive to spice. If you aren’t following the GAPS diet, it is delicious with this savory milk kefir cheese...
If you've been feeling a bit off, bloated after meals, moody for no clear reason, or struggling with breakouts or brain fog, you’re not alone. An increasing number of people are discovering that these seemingly unrelated issues might have a common source: the gut. Gut health is foundational to almost every system in the body. As...
Making bread at home is a fun and healthy alternative to the store bought version. With this sourdough ciabatta bread, you can enjoy it for a sandwich, to dip into a soup, enjoy it with some jams on top such as this rhubarb jam, or even a savoury option such as this milk kefir cheese spread!...
Five Ways to beat the winter blues : Gut health is key
Bovine colostrum is a nutrient-rich food often explored for its potential benefits for gut health and immunity. In this blog, we’ll discuss what bovine colostrum is, the benefits it can provide to those who use it, and how you can incorporate it into your existing diet. What is Bovine Colostrum? Commonly known as ‘liquid gold’, colostrum...
What if all of our health problems could be improved from focusing on just one of our organs? According to Gut Reactions: How Healthy Insides Can Improve Your Weight, Mood and Well-Being, due to society’s vast change in eating habits our fast-food hungry guts are not functioning as intended. The malleable genome (or easily influenced...
Kombucha is now the next trendy, mainstream thing. We have seen it pop up all over grocery stores and online. But not all kombucha is created equal! I had the pleasure of speaking with GT Dave about his company, GT’s Kombucha. GT started this company when he was just 15 and he still holds on strong to his values of a quality product. Read on to learn about what makes a good kombucha, why store-bought may not be your best choice, what other products are the “next kombucha”, and the secret to looking and feeling youthful!
