Digestive health recipes and tips

    Discover recipes and tips for a healthy digestive system and gut, from probiotics and fermented food to how a low-FODMAP diet can help ease IBS symptoms.

    Pot of berry bircher made with oats and yogurtWhat are probiotics and what do they do?
    Discover the benefits of probiotics and prebiotics, the best foods, drinks and supplements, and how to boost good gut bacteria for a healthy digestive system.
    What are probiotics and what do they do?

     

    A jar of sauerkraut with the lid taken off and a spoon on topHow does diet affect gut health?
    Learn how healthy gut bacteria affect overall wellbeing, the best foods for digestive health and how antibiotics, sugar and stress can affect the microbiome.
    How does diet affect gut health?

     

    Bowl of ingredients labelled with how they can improve digestionWhat to eat for better digestion
    The health of your digestive system is fundamentally linked to your wellbeing. Give your body a helping hand with our ultimate recipe.
    What to eat for better digestion


     

    Bowls of linseed porridge and honeyEating for IBS
    Irritable bowel syndrome is a common digestive complaint. Nutritional therapist Kerry Torrens offers up the perfect breakfast for sufferers and explains how a few key ingredients can help...
    Eating for IBS

     

    Woman with stomach acheWhat is a low FODMAP diet?
    Have you ever suffered with bloating or abdominal pain? Did you know certain carbs could be contributing towards your discomfort? Dietitian Emer Delaney explains the low FODMAP diet and how it can help.
    What is a low FODMAP diet?

     

    A plate of fish, greens and potatoesOur low FODMAP recipe collection
    Tempt your tummy with these inspiring low FODMAP recipes for IBS sufferers.
    Our low FODMAP recipe collection





    Our gut-friendly recipe collection
    Boost your digestion with our specially selected recipes. Unless you follow a specific diet for health reasons these ingredients will promote the health and function of your digestive system.
    Our gut-friendly recipe collection

     

    Drawing of man with indigestionHow to avoid indigestion
    Rich food, late nights and stress all play havoc with our digestive systems. Nutritional therapist, Kerry Torrens, advises on how to be good to your gut...
    How to avoid indigestion
     

     

    Woman biting into an appleHow to eat for great skin – Digestion 
    Low-fat diets, nutrient deficiencies and low levels of probiotics can all have a negative impact on our skin. Nutrition therapist Ian Marber explains how looking after our digestive system can help...
    How to eat for great skin - Digestion



    High-fibre muffins on a chopping boardSpotlight on high fibre diets
    Why is fibre important? Nutritionist Jo Lewin explains how upping your intake can have a positive impact on health and offers up invaluable tips and the best high-fibre recipes to ensure you're getting your daily dose.
    Spotlight on high fibre diets

     

    Woman holding stomach with stomach acheEverything you need to know about food poisoning
    Everything you need to know about food poisoning, including common causes and symptoms, how to avoid food poisoning and the reality about food safety myths.
    Everything you need to know about food poisoning

     

    Digestion-boosting ingredients

    Glass of kefir with a spoon of kefir grains on topThe health benefits of kefir
    What is kefir, how is it made and is it healthy? Jo Lewin explains the benefits of this fermented drink and why it's a good source of probiotics and calcium.
    The health benefits of kefir


     

    Bowl of miso pasteThe health benefits of miso
    This protein-rich paste made from fermented soybeans is a staple of Asian cuisine. Nutritionist Jo Lewin explains what makes miso a healthy ingredient and how to use it in cooking...
    The health benefits of miso

     

    Fermenting

    Bowl of miso chicken and rice soupThe health benefits of fermenting
    Popular across cultures for centuries, fermenting has made a fashionable comeback as a provider of 'good' bacteria that contributes to a healthy digestive system. Want to know what the fuss is all about? Nutritionist Jo Lewin gives us the lowdown.
    The health benefits of fermenting

     

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