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A simple guide to gut health
Discover how two M&S Food ranges can help you increase your daily fibre intake this year
You’ve probably heard a lot about gut health, but you might still be unsure why it matters. M&S Senior Nutritionist Sophia Thistlethwaite explains what makes it so important: "Our gut microbiome – the balance of good and bad bacteria in our digestive system – impacts our overall health in so many ways, including our mood, metabolism and immune system.”
Read on to learn more about the M&S Good Gut and Nutrient Dense ranges.
Discover Good Gut
The bestselling M&S Good Gut range now includes drinks, yogurts and shots made with an exclusive new M&S TriMarks™ blend of fibre, live cultures and Plenibiotic™. Plus, if you want to introduce more plant foods into your diet, there are various fibre-rich cereals and breakfast toppers made with oats, barley and seeds.
These are just some of the latest products you can choose from.
Good Gut Honey & Ginger Kefir Drink · This kefir drink is made with the M&S TriMarks™ blend and is a source of calcium and protein, with billions of live cultures.
Good Gut Mango & Passionfruit & Strawberry Kefir Yogurts · With two mango and passionfruit and two strawberry flavoured, these kefir yogurts also feature the M&S TriMarks™ blend and are a source of calcium and protein.
Good Gut Mango & Apple Granola · This high-fibre granola features baked clusters of wholegrain oats, spelt and barley flakes, mixed with mango, apple and a sprinkling of golden linseeds, pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds.
How can fibre help?
“Fibre is a hidden hero in our diets, found in plant-based foods,” explains M&S Senior Nutritionist Louisa Brunt. “There are different types of fibre, each offering unique health benefits.”
For instance, beta-glucans, a type of fibre found in oats, help to maintain normal blood cholesterol levels and support regulating glucose after a meal. Meanwhile, fibre from oat grain and wheat bran helps add bulk to stools, and rye fibre contributes to normal bowel function.
“This January, fibre takes centre stage in our new Nutrient Dense range, as 96% of UK adults aren’t getting the recommended 30g per day*,” says Louisa. “So, we’re making it easier to increase your fibre intake with delicious options across the range.”
Introducing Nutrient DenseThe M&S Nutrient Dense range was created by in-house nutritionists and chefs, using nutrition guidelines developed in consultation with the British Nutrition Foundation. From speedy meals and salads to snacks and drinks, these products are made with whole foods and perfectly portioned to offer high amounts of nutrients – such as fibre, vitamins and minerals – per calorie. Here’s a selection of top picks to help you hit your fibre goals. |
Nutrient Dense H5O Shot · Made with coconut water (a source of naturally occurring electrolytes) and vegetable fibre, each shot contains 4g fibre, 22 calories and a unique combination of five botanicals, selected and verified by researchers at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It also contains sea moss, which is high in iodine – something that many people in the UK lack in their diets.
Nutrient Dense Super Seeded Oaty Bread · This sliced oat bread is made with a mix of linseeds, sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds. Each slice contains 6g fibre and 6g protein.
Nutrient Dense Romesco Chicken · With 8g fibre and 35g protein, this flavour-packed meal for one consists of chicken in a smoky sundried tomato and red pepper romesco sauce, with spinach and a quinoa and cauliflower grain mix.
Nutrient Dense Berry Bliss Bowl · A natural yogurt bowl with three berry purées and chia, pomegranate and sunflower seeds, containing 10g fibre and 9g protein.
Nutrient Dense Roasted Butternut & Almond Grains Salad · A nourishing blend of cannellini beans, mixed grains, veg and almonds with a red pepper and miso dressing. One pot offers 13g protein and more than a third of your daily fibre.
Nutrient Dense Salmon & Green Goddess Crush Open Sandwich · Containing 9g fibre and 19g protein, this open sandwich features smoked salmon, a pea and edamame crush and a spiced pea and courgette purée on oat bread.
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*OHID. (2025). National Diet and Nutrition Survey 2019 to 2023: report. London: UK Government.
Best enjoyed as part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Iodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism, calcium contributes to the normal function of digestive enzymes.
