Happy gut, happy days
We all know the many ways a healthy gut and healthy diet can help support you to live well, from better mental wellbeing through to more restful sleep.
And the benefits of a better diet will really get attention throughout April as we observe both Stress Awareness and IBS Awareness months.
With these two events in full swing, we thought it would be a great time to share some healthy eating tips!
How your diet can help with stress levels
Fruit and veg - A study conducted by the University of Leeds using data from more than 40,000 UK participants found that fruit and vegetable consumption is positively linked to both mental wellbeing and life satisfaction (Ocean et al., 2019). The study organisers showed that adding one portion to your daily diet could be as beneficial to your mental wellbeing as going for a walk for at least 10 minutes on an extra 8 days a month.
A healthy breakfast - when your alarm goes off in the morning, instead of reaching for that caffeine and sugar rush you should rustle up something like eggs or oats. Eggs are a good source of protein, which can help you to feel fuller for longer, and oats are packed with healthy complex carbs. This type of carbohydrate will give you a longer and more sustainable supply of useable energy, instead of a quick fix followed by a rapid drop in energy levels.
Swap out the bad stuff - Plenty of the things we eat every day - often out of convenience or availability - have healthier alternatives that can make a real difference. For example, instead of refined white flours such as bread, pasta and rice and potatoes, choose wholegrain alternatives that will provide your digestive system with more fibre. In the UK, adults are recommended to get 30g of fibre per day, and currently average intake is around 60% of this – therefore, we should be including more fibre in our diets. Our guts love fibre and it can be easily incorporated into our diet, try adding high-fibre foods like flaxseeds or chia seeds to meals. Herbal teas are far more comforting and lower in calories compared to sugary, caffeinated drinks, while proteins like fish, chicken, beef or eggs are the ideal replacement for a carb-heavy diet. However, be mindful of the composition of your diet and always aim to follow a healthy balanced regime.
With a few simple alterations to your diet and eating habits, you can support your mental wellbeing and keep stress at bay. Whilst a food-first approach is always recommended, adding a food supplement to your daily routine might also be a great idea. Which is where Bimuno comes into the mix, by helping to feed the good bacteria in your gut.
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