ANNIE’S TIP

One thing I have to constantly remind myself to do is eat slowly. Chewing each mouthful 20-30 times will help the body’s enzymes do their digesting thing, and our gut bacteria will thank us. Add to that, plenty of plant-based foods. They’ll mulch down (like feeding our roses) and provide food to keep the bacteria fed and healthy. In an onslaught of cheese straws, let the broccoli shine.