Clarissa Lenherr is a gut health BANT Registered Nutritionist on a mission to help people optimise their digestive health and feel their best. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common yet complex gastrointestinal disorder that affects millions worldwide. Characterised by a combination of symptoms that vary in severity and duration, IBS can significantly impact quality […]
The gut lining is like the gatekeeper of your digestive system, a thin layer of cells that allows nutrients and water into the bloodstream while keeping harmful substances like toxins and pathogenic bacteria out. But what happens when this barrier is compromised? You probably have heard the term “leaky gut,” but do you know what […]
Have you ever wondered if your gut is operating as it should? If you suffer from digestive issues, you are most certainly not alone. In fact, 86% of people in the UK will be affected by a digestive or gut health issue at some point in their lives. And no wonder. We are constantly bombarded […]
When it comes down to it, our gut barrier is essentially what separates our internal world from the external one. In the conversation around gut health there is often a lot of chatter about nourishing the trillions of microbes that live in our gut (collectively the gut microbiome), but often less emphasis placed on gut […]
Glyphosate. It could be one of the most dangerous threats to humanity that you’ve never heard of, but you’re exposed to it every single day. Commonly found in weedkillers, glyphosate is an herbicide, used to control unwanted vegetation on residential, agricultural, and commercial landscapes. It is the most widely used chemical herbicide in history. Introduced […]
Consider this: there is no shortage of idioms about gut feelings–butterflies, intuition, “trust your gut”, vibes, instinct. For an organ normally considered responsible solely for digestion, we certainly have a lot of phrases that make it sound as if the gut has a mind of its own. Well, it turns out that this isn’t coincidental. […]
The human microbiome is a complex ecosystem of trillions of microorganisms residing in our bodies which play a role in our overall health. When the microbiome is in harmony, it contributes to digestion, immunity, and even mental well-being. When this becomes unbalanced, it can lead to a variety of unwanted health issues. Healthy microbiome: a […]
