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Reset for the New Year with Rosalyn Palmer

A new year is a fresh opportunity to reset, realign, and take charge of your life – and I can’t think of a better way to kick it off than with an inspiring conversation about balance and wellbeing. This is just what I did with the brilliant Rosalyn Palmer, Transformational Coach and Therapist – a trusted voice […]

Perfect Balance Kit

“The Kit that changed my life” – Kim’s journey to better gut health

We often hear from people struggling with digestive and gut health issues, many of whom have tried countless remedies, sometimes including strong medications. What they often don’t realise is that these medications can throw the gut microbiome out of balance, leading to further discomfort and prolonged issues. That’s exactly what happened to Kim. After a […]

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A different way to fight winter viruses

I’ve been following Dr. John Campbell on YouTube for several years now and value his experience and knowledge on many health-related matters.   I thought this 10-minute video where he talks about how he managed his recent respiratory virus symptoms with rest, hydration, iodine gargles and supplements would be helpful – after all, however hard we […]

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Overcome your digestive struggles this year!

As we enter a new year, many of us are setting new health and wellness goals, hoping to address long-standing issues and prioritise our wellbeing. If I am being completely honest, last year was a particularly challenging one ‘chez Booth’, and I had to put my own health needs on the backburner for a while. However, […]

Live Bacteria and Digestive Enzymes

Festive feasting without the fuss

As we head into the festive season, no one wants to feel anxious about going to a party or social occasion. The last thing anyone needs is to be worrying about where the nearest toilet is, unable to fully relax, stressing over the menu, wondering if digestive symptoms are going to flare up. I recently […]

Remembering loved ones on Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day

During November, we mark Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day, a day to highlight one of the most aggressive and challenging forms of cancer. This cancer claims the lives of many each year, including notable figures like Patrick Swayze, Alan Rickman, Steve Jobs, John Hurt, and Aretha Franklin. In the UK, pancreatic cancer has a survival rate of just […]

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Festive feasting without the fuss

As we head into the festive season, no one wants to feel anxious about going to a party or social occasion. The last thing you need to be worrying about where the nearest toilet is, unable to fully relax, stressing over the menu, wondering if digestive symptoms are going to flare up. I recently received […]

An example of a sugary Christmas treat that may have a bad effect on the stomach

The critical role of stomach acid – especially during the festive season

As the festive season approaches, you may be finding that you are already indulging in heavier, richer foods (enjoying the odd mince pie already?) and drinking more alcohol – I don’t know about you, but it feels as though the festivities start earlier and earlier with each passing year! These dietary changes can lead to […]

Surviving and thriving during menopause

Surviving and thriving during menopause

Watch my video chat with Jane Barrett Here at Just For Tummies, we like to make a point of marking World Menopause Day, which takes place every October, by diving deeper into the powerful connection between the health of the gut and menopause. This year, I was delighted to speak to Jane Barrett, an experienced […]

Are antacids contributing to your Diverticular Disease?

Understanding the impact of PPIs on gut health Diverticular disease and diverticulitis are common digestive conditions that affect many people, especially as they age. The exact cause of diverticulitis remains unclear, but there are several factors that can contribute to it, including chronic constipation, blockages in the colon, and inflammation. While lifestyle factors including diet […]

Dysbiosis and DD

Is dysbiosis causing your Diverticular Disease?

Restore balance to prevent painful flare-ups Your gut contains hundreds of different types of bacteria, along with viruses and fungi, that make up your microbiome. This community of microorganisms plays a crucial role in maintaining your digestive health, immune system, and overall wellbeing. However, when this delicate balance is disrupted – a condition known as […]

Live Bacteria

Are you getting the right advice for your Diverticular Disease?

Why antibiotics alone aren’t enough – read our customers’ experiences As a digestive and gut health specialist and a complementary health practitioner with over 30 years of experience, it frustrates me deeply when I hear from people diagnosed with diverticular disease or diverticulitis who receive little more than a course of antibiotics – and nothing else. […]

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Let’s celebrate the first ever Diverticular Disease Awareness Month

Join us in empowering those who need support and understanding We are thrilled to announce that this October marks the first ever Diverticular Disease Awareness Month! This initiative aims to bring some much-needed attention to diverticular disease, a condition that affects millions but remains largely misunderstood. As with similar awareness months, the goal is to […]

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Bacterial infection linked with dementia and Alzheimer’s

The common stomach bug that may increase your risk Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) are bacteria, which can colonise in the sticky mucus that lines the stomach. About 40% of people in the UK have Helicobacter pylori in their stomach so it is very common; in the approximately 8 to 9 out of 10 people who have it, […]

Can poor gut health cause dementia?

Can poor gut health cause dementia?

Personal insights inspired by my mum’s dementia You may be surprised to learn that your gut bacteria could affect your mood, your behaviours, and even your brain functions, but the evidence is mounting, and researchers are building an understanding of how gut bacteria and the health of the brain are connected. That flutter you get […]