Nutrition Tip - How to Heal Your Gut

1) Spice things up

Spices like cinnamon, cumin and turmeric have natural anti-inflammatory properties and can help support a healthy gut. Adding them to your drinks and meals will give your gut health a little boost.

2) Eat a diversity of plants

Eating 30 different plant types a week is linked to better gut health. For example, try a mix of berries or choose different-coloured bell peppers instead of sticking to just one variety.

3) Try a 12 hour overnight fast

Give your gut a break with a 12-hour fast overnight. This allows your body to enter a restorative, repair mode, giving your gut the time it needs to rest and reset.

4) Eat fermented foods

Fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, kimchi, and sauerkraut improve gut health. Pick one a week and add it to your meals and snacks.

5) Find your calm

Your gut and mind are connected, and a calm mind is key for proper digestion. Get into rest and digest mode before meals with the 4-7-8 breath: Inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8. Repeat 3 times.

6) Move during the day

Stay active with simple steps - get a standing desk, walk during calls, take the stairs, dance around, or a daily step goal and be consistent with it. Any movement counts!

7) Get out in nature

Spending time in nature improves your microbiome. Make it a habit to spend time at the park and try to plan a nature trip once a month.

8) Add powerful prebiotics

Prebiotics feed good bacteria. Foods like leeks, asparagus, apples, onions, and garlic are great. If they cause bloating for you, then start low and slow.