It is fair to say that the humble gut has been having a bit of a moment. As knowledge and research on just how crucial a role this organ plays in our overall wellbeing has increased among the general public over recent years, so too have the number of articles, products and books focusing on this area of the body. But as everyone and their auntie queues up to share how looking after their gut microbiome has helped them to acquire a new level of wellness, you can sometimes miss the basics of this area of health.
Because each person has different needs, and each person’s gut microbiome profile is unique, face-to-face time with real experts – such as taking a free 45-minute online session with a registered nutritionist through Holland & Barrett – is a great place to start to understand how to take care of your unique needs. But how did our gut microbiomes become so unique in the first place?
