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The Benefits of Organic Food for Gut Health

Posted By Anni Summers, Registered Dietitian and Gut Health Specialist, 05 September 2024

The Benefits of Organic Food for Gut Health

Are you wondering whether organic food can improve your gut health? In this blog, we explore the possible connections between organic foods and a healthy digestive system. We’ll look at how organic farming practices, reduced chemical exposure, and nutrient content may impact your gut microbiome. With research-backed insights, the blog provides a balanced view of both organic and conventional foods, helping you make informed choices for your gut health.

What is Organic Food and How Is It Regulated?

Understand what makes organic food different and learn about the regulatory bodies in the UK that oversee organic farming standards.

How Does Pesticide Exposure Affect Gut Health?

Discover the potential impact of pesticide residues on gut health and explore whether organic foods might help reduce exposure to synthetic chemicals.

Nutritional Benefits of Organic Foods for Gut Health

Learn how antioxidants, including those in organic foods, could support your gut microbiome and aid digestion.

The Role of Sustainable Farming Practices in Gut Health

Find out how organic and conventional farming practices impact soil health, biodiversity, and their downstream effects on your gut microbiome.

What you’ll learn:

- The potential impact of pesticide residues on gut health and if organic foods offer a lower-exposure option.
- The role of antioxidants in organic and conventional foods in supporting a healthy gut microbiome.
- How sustainable farming practices in both organic and conventional systems may influence gut health and overall well-being.

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Tags:  dietitian  gut health  health  healthy  women's health 

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Hypermobility, hEDS and Gastrointestinal Health: How a Gastrointestinal Specialist Dietitian Can Help

Posted By Anni Summers, Registered Dietitian and Gut Health Specialist, 13 August 2024

Hypermobility, hEDS and Gastrointestinal Health: How a Gastrointestinal Specialist Dietitian Can Help


Are gut issues disrupting your life? If you have hypermobility, your digestive problems might be more connected to your joints than you realise. Discover the surprising link between hypermobile joints and gastrointestinal issues, and how diet and lifestyle changes can ease symptoms like bloating and heartburn, helping you feel better.

What you’ll learn:

    • How to adjust your diet to manage symptoms.
    •  Tips for boosting gut health.
    •  Simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference.

 

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Key Differences Between IBS and IBD: Understanding and Managing Both

Posted By Anni Summers, Registered Dietitian and Gut Health Specialist, 16 May 2024

Key Differences Between IBS and IBD: Understanding and Managing Both

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) might share symptoms like abdominal pain and bloating, but they are fundamentally different conditions with unique causes and treatment methods.

IBS, classified as a disorder of gut-brain interaction, presents symptoms without visible damage to the intestines and is managed primarily through dietary and lifestyle changes for symptom management. In contrast, IBD is an autoimmune disease causing chronic inflammation and damage to the gastrointestinal tract, requiring more complex treatments including anti-inflammatory medications and potentially surgery.

Understanding these differences is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. For a deeper dive into how these conditions affect daily life and their distinct diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies, check out the full blog. Explore comprehensive insights and expert guidance tailored to help individuals manage their conditions successfully.

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