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Figs relieve functional constipation
Posted on Wed, 23 Nov 16

Figs relieve functional constipation

Although there is a long traditional use of figs in treating constipation there have been no clinical studies until now. And figs may rival over the counter laxatives in efficacy and safety.

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Glutamine for irritable bowel syndrome
Posted on Tue, 18 Oct 16

Glutamine for irritable bowel syndrome

The amino acid glutamine is a popular dietary supplement for digestive health, and the first clinical trial in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has found it works well.

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Vitamin D improves gut bacteria
Posted on Tue, 18 Oct 16

Vitamin D improves gut bacteria

Supplementation with vitamin D has previously been shown to benefit digestive health, and a new study helps explain why: vitamin D improves your gut bacteria.

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Diet primes metabolism for longevity
Posted on Mon, 26 Sep 16

Diet primes metabolism for longevity

By mapping dietary & metabolic markers a research group have revealed dietary influences that may explain good health in some of the worlds longest lived people.

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Oatmeal porridge improves gut health in 7-days
Posted on Thu, 15 Sep 16

Oatmeal porridge improves gut health in 7-days

A daily bowl of porridge improves measures of digestive health, according to a study in the British Journal of Nutrition. This adds to previous studies suggesting oats could reduce digestive illness.

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Vitamin D works for IBS relief
Posted on Mon, 8 Aug 16

Vitamin D works for IBS relief

Vitamin D supplements could be a very effective way to relieve digestive symptoms according to the first study in people with irritable bowel syndrome.

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