Women's Health publishes 25 expert-backed natural gut health tips

8 articles · Updated · Women's Health · May 5

The advice cites doctors and dietitians including Amy Burkhart, Will Bulsiewicz and Karl Kwok, covering B12, hydration, fibre, exercise, sleep and limiting ultra-processed foods, alcohol and unnecessary antibiotics.
Other suggestions include eating more fruit and vegetables, fermented foods such as sauerkraut, sourdough and aged cheese, and being cautious about supplements, tart cherry juice claims and juice cleanses.
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