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Christmas meal with Brussels sprouts and vegetables, representing fibre-rich foods that support digestion during the festive season

Give your Gut the Gift of Fibre

Many people notice that digestion can feel different when routines change. Meals may become heavier, eating times less regular, and fibre intake less consistent than usual. When this happens, bloating, gas or general digestive discomfort may become more noticeable, even in people who usually tolerate fibre well. It is often these small shifts, rather than one single food or meal, that make digestion feel unsettled. How fibre intake changes when routines change When daily routines are disrupted, fibre intake is often one of the first things to change. Meals may become heavier and portions larger, while fibre-rich foods appear less often...

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Festive gathering with drinks, representing seasonal eating and drinking habits that may impact digestion.

How to Support your Liver Over the Party Season

The party season is meant to be enjoyed, but it often brings a familiar pattern of richer foods, fuller glasses, and late nights that blur into one another. Even for those who try to keep some balance, it can be hard to get through this time of year without feeling a little off. While the visible effects may show up on our skin, energy levels, or waistline, much of the real work happens quietly behind the scenes. The liver plays a central role in processing alcohol, breaking down fats, and helping the body cope when routines are disrupted. During periods of...

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Festive dinner table with roast turkey and rich holiday foods, highlighting heavier meals that may lead to bloating.

Bloating During the Festive Season? Why It Happens and Simple Relief Tips

December usually means a busier social calendar and slightly heavier eating. More dinners out and early festive gatherings often lead to richer foods and extra snacking. These changes feel small, but they can place extra pressure on digestion. It’s one reason holiday bloating becomes more common at this time of year, even before the main festive meals arrive. Irregular eating patterns, larger portions, extra drinks, and a little more stress than normal all play a part. If you’ve noticed that your stomach feels tight, gassy, or uncomfortable after meals in December, you’re not alone. Understanding why bloating happens can make it...

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Sugar Cravings and Magnesium - Is Your Body Trying to Tell You Something?

Sugar Cravings and Magnesium - Is Your Body Trying to Tell You Something?

Sugar cravings are part of everyday life for many people, especially in the afternoon or during busy or stressful periods. It can feel like a simple habit, but cravings are often linked to energy patterns, mood, sleep quality, and the way the body manages blood glucose. Magnesium enters this discussion because it contributes to several processes that influence daily energy. It plays a role in carbohydrate metabolism and insulin sensitivity, and it also supports the nervous system and normal psychological function. These areas are closely linked to fatigue and stress, which are two common triggers for sweet cravings. This doesn’t...

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