Category «Gut»

Fiber Goodness!

Low incidence of bowel disease in rural Africans is because they consume around 55 gm of dietary fiber daily, which is more than 2 ½ times the UK average. Fiber cannot be broken down by the body. It comes in two forms; soluble and insoluble fiber. Insoluble fiber helps to bulk the food up and …

Probiotics: The Good Bad and the Ugly

Probiotics have repeatedly been highlighted as being important for our health. If you have never heard of it before then they are better known as the ‘Good Bacteria’ in our digestive system.  Having the right type of bacteria plays an important role maintaining a healthy digestive flora and a strong immune system to fight off …