What you stack onto your plate, and how your body processes this food is fundamental for a healthy gut, and it makes sense to zone in on key ingredients that help - not hinder this process. But there’s more to nurturing your digestive system than simply being mindful of what you’re putting into your mouth. Once you’ve bitten, chewed and swallowed, the complex journey that your squelched up food embarks on is as paramount as what you’re are eating in the first place.
According to new research by Imodium, around 39 per cent of us feel frustrated about the state of our gut health, with three in five confessing to cancelling plans due to gut concerns. There are several processes that take place once our food is in transit, and the migrating motor complex (MMC) is part of this intricate journey - optimising this process is the key to unlocking increased energy, better sleep and less bloating.
