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As gut health has come into focus, probiotics have become a popular supplement. But choosing one can feel like a minefield. Happily, there's a new science-backed tool that can help. We asked our dietitian, Laura Tilt, to tell us about it.

A simple, vibrant spring salad that's ready in only 10 minutes - perfect for a side salad or light lunch.

Note: this salad is unfortunately not FODMAP friendly.

A highly plant-diverse, gut-friendly winter tabbouleh from Field Doctor chef Matt Williamson.

This nutritious winter tabbouleh salad recipe has been given extra plant diversity with ingredients that are stars of the Mediterranean Diet; whole grains, pulses, nuts, seeds, healthy fats and it boasts a huge variety of plants.

It has a plant diversity scale of 15 and this recipe will serve 4. To make a gluten free version simply swap the bulgur wheat for quinoa.

Celebrating our partnership with Heart Research UK, enjoy chef Matt's heart healthy chicken dinner recipe. The generous amount of whole garlic cooks down to become deliciously sweet and can be squeezed out of the skin. The barley soaks up all the juices and can be swapped for your favourite cooked grain or even small pasta shapes, depending on preference.

Using healthy fats from extra virgin olive oil and nuts, using a proportion of whole meal flour, using berries and keeping the sugar lower (or even replacing with date sugar) makes this cake a bit healthier than standard recipes. If you use only date sugar, add a bit more yogurt as date sugar absorbs liquid.

Great for breakfast or as a snack during the day, this smoothie is packed with goodness. If you have a sweet tooth, feel free to add a teaspoon of honey to taste. This recipe makes 4 servings, so this delicious smoothie can be meal prepped for easy low FODMAP weekday breakfasts.

Pulses like lentils and chickpeas are fibre-rich, affordable, and versatile. In this article, we will dive into why pulses deserve a regular place on your plate, the health benefits, and how to better incorporate pulses into your diet.

Trying to lose weight? There's no single ‘best’ diet for weight loss, but focusing on fibre and protein can help you feel fuller for longer, reduce cravings, and support healthy weight loss.

Fibre plays a vital role in gut and heart health. Here’s how everyday foods – from pulses to grains – can help you reach the 30g fibre target with ease. Discover everyday fibre-rich foods to incorporate into your diet.

HCPC Registered Dietitian Mei Wan covers all your frequently asked questions about snacking, including whether it is recommended to snack, how to snack mindfully, and what snacks dietitians recommend.

Juicing is becoming a big trend - but is drinking your fruits and vegetables as juices and smoothies really better for you? Is it better to enjoy fruits and vegetables raw or cooked? Whole or juiced? Our dietitians answer your questions, considering factors such as low FODMAP diets and scientific evidence, and offer practical tips on how to enjoy juicing in a healthy and balanced way.

Our guide puts together 10 practical tips for eating over the Christmas and New Year festive period, which for many includes eating larger quantities and richer foods. For those with sensitive stomachs, issues with gut health, and conditions such as IBS, we know this time of year can be challenging! Explore our helpful advice for managing gut health over Christmas.

It can be hard to know what fermented foods to eat and how much of them is beneficial. Our guide aims to explore what fermented foods you can easily incorporate into your diet, alongside the health benefits of eating more fermented foods. Eating fermented foods is a great step in taking care of your gut microbiome and gut health, so see what the science says to back this up.

And do I really need to eat 30 different plants a week? It's a hot topic at the moment, with our gut microbiomes coming into focus. Our guide will help you realise it's easier than ever to eat a diverse range of fruit and vegetables, and help to improve your gut microbiome.

Fibre is incredibly important for our overall health, but it can be hard to get enough or know what foods to eat if you have food sensitivities. You may be surprised at how much fibre you need to be eating, but we can help with some top tips on how to incorporate more fibre into your diet.

Explore the guide to pro and prebiotics, including what they are, what the difference is between the two, who would benefit from taking probiotics and what the benefits are.

Live longer, healthier with a Blue Zone diet. But how exactly can you follow a Blue Zone diet at home? We share some easily incorporated tips on how to make small changes to your meals, with big health results.

This month, we’re looking at how you can add more fibre to your diet, because 91% of UK adults aren’t eating enough of it. We asked our Dietitian Laura to start by explaining why fibre matters, and what you can gain from eating more.