
Nourish your gut this autumn
As we move into autumn, we wanted to share some delicious and nutritious recipes that not only embrace the season, but also support both your digestive and gut health as well as your emotional wellbeing – after all, this can be a more stressful time of year for many.
We will be sharing some really tasty seasonal dishes over the coming months, including some fresh inspiration for making the most of all the wonderful root veggies that become abundant at this time of year. This month, to mark the first ever Diverticular Disease Awareness Month, we are excited to share our Chia Seed Breakfast Bowl, which is packed with healthy fats, fibre, and gut-friendly ingredients, making it a great option for anyone, including those with diverticular disease or diverticulitis.
We’ve designed this recipe to be rich in omega-3 fatty acids (chia seeds are loaded with them), excellent for reducing inflammation as well as supporting heart and brain health.
The breakfast bowl is also high in fibre, helping to prevent constipation, a key factor in managing diverticular disease. So, whether you’re looking for a simple breakfast, snack, or dessert, this chia seed bowl is an incredibly versatile choice; it can be made in minutes, you can let it sit overnight for a grab-and-go breakfast in the morning, and each time you make it, you can change the toppings – depending on your mood or what’s available to you at the time of making – try variations like sliced bananas, (milled) nuts, (milled) seeds, or even a dollop of yogurt.
This simple recipe provides a host of impressive health benefits too:
- Chia seeds – packed with omega-3 fatty acids and fibre, to help support heart health, reduce inflammation, and keep your digestion moving smoothly; ideal for preventing constipation and lowering pressure in the colon.
- Collagen powder – provides a boost of protein and has gut-healing benefits, supporting overall digestive health while also promoting healthy skin, hair, and nails. We like the Planet Paleo, and Hunter and Gather collagen powders.
- Oats – a wonderful source of beta-glucans, which can help lower cholesterol, and fibre to nourish the gut microbiome.
- Berries – full of antioxidants and polyphenols that protect the body from free radicals and are excellent for gut health.
We hope you enjoy this time-saving, versatile, and nourishing recipe as we move into the cooler months. How will you customise your Chia Seed Breakfast Bowl? We’d love to hear your ideas!