From painful bloating that's sore to the touch, to unbearable reflux that can take up to an hour to stop burning, I've struggled with digestive issues for as long as I can remember. Some of it's unavoidable - I've been taking anti-depressants and lisdexamfetamine, a stimulant used to treat ADHD, every day for over a decade, both of which can cause gastrointestinal issues. But this year, I was determined to get my gut health somewhat back on track - which is why I've spent the last couple of weeks testing out the latest popular digestive supplement and writing this Biomel Complete Gut review.
According to the experts I spoke to for this piece, incorporating more gut-friendly foods into your diet should be your first port of call if you're looking to improve digestive issues. "The more variety in plant-based foods you eat, the better - think vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds that provide different types of fibre and polyphenols, feed your gut with good bacteria and support a healthy microbiome," explains registered nutritional therapist and gut health expert, Marilia Chamon. "Fermented foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, and yoghurt are also beneficial because they're packed with live bacteria, otherwise known as probiotics, that help maintain a balanced gut environment," she adds.
