The Gut Stuff - Alana Macfarlane, Lisa Macfarlane

This book is an indispensable resource for understanding and nourishing your gut to improve your overall health and wellbeing.“All the latest research, lifestyle tips, lots of amazing recipes and I love how easy it is to read. It’s beautiful, colourful, and very warm and welcoming.†- Lavina Mehta MBE The importance of good gut health for our mental and physical wellbeing is being understood now more than ever before. In this essential guide, gut-health advocates Lisa and Alana Macfarlane show you everything you need to know about taking charge of your gut to improve your wellbeing.Talking you through the latest gut research and science – including the role of probiotics, the effects of illnesses such as Covid-19, and a handy myth-busting toolkit – Lisa, Alana, and their team of top gut experts, also share lifestyle tips alongside easy-to-prepare gut-friendly recipes for all times of day.So, whether you're looking to improve your digestive health or simply want to incorporate more gut-nourishing ingredients into your diet to feel happier and healthier, this book will become your ultimate guide.Includes:Gut science on… Immunity, Brain, Stress, Sleep, Exercise, Skin, HormonesLatest research on… Pre and probiotics, Fermented foods, Fasting, Communal eating, AlcoholTroubleshooting… Symptom spotter, IBS, Orthorexia, Covid and the gut, Your myth-busting toolkitHow to… Sort your kitchen, Plan your shop, Up your fibre, Up your variety, Eat mindfullyRecipes… Breakfasts and lunch, The classics, Sides 'n' sauces, Just desserts, Fermentation station