Eat different foods, including fresh fruit and vegetables. Five portions of these per a day is best! It's recommended that men have around 2,500 calories a day (10,500 kilojoules). Women should have around 2,000 calories a day (8,400 kilojoules). Keep an eye on the fats you add when you're cooking or serving these types of foods because that's what increases the calorie content – for example, oil on chips, butter on bread and creamy sauces on pasta. 2. Eat lots of fruit and veg

Say bye bye to bloating, help with the stress of IBS and give a big warm welcome to wellness (...) with Megan Rossi's Eat Yourself Healthy (The Chris Evans Breakfast Show Virgin Radio UK) The theory is that our bodies are designed to digest and absorb food most efficiently during a relatively short period of each day; then repair itself and burn stored fat when we fast. ‘It’s not known at the moment whether there is an optimum window or how critical timing is. However, having less opportunity to eat does seem to lead to less food intake, even in those not consciously trying to lose weight,’ explains Dr Denise Robertson, researcher at the University of Surrey. Her pilot study in 2018 found that people who delayed their usual breakfast time by 90 minutes, and brought their usual dinner time forward by 90 minutes for 10 weeks lost more body fat than those who ate to whatever schedule they liked. As well as eating healthily, regular exercise may help reduce your risk of getting serious health conditions. It's also important for your overall health and wellbeing.There are two parts: 1) Gut Health Guide (nutrition, complaints, intolerances, IBS), 2) Recipes. She talks about gut nutrition often, aiming for variety with an eventual goal of up to 30 different plant based foods a week. There are recipes and Ms Rossi does provide advice and some scientific data but basically this is about respecting how your gut works and stopping a lot of the issues developing. So yes, the book will make me think about what I eat but I don't feel I have enough information really to comment on the diet which is recommended. It does seem to take a holistic approach and also consider the impact of sleep and stress on the functioning of the body. Olive oil– I like to use a good olive oil that doesn’t have to be expensive, just make sure it’s cold-pressed and organic for the most flavor (in my opinion) In this review, we delve into Megan Rossi’s book, ‘Love Your Gut,’ which serves as a guide through this intricate terrain. Rossi, an expert in gut health, navigates readers through insights, strategies, and practical approaches to enhance gut health.

My gut hates me! That’s why I sought out LOVE YOUR GUT by Megan Rossi, PhD, RD. She’s written a fab guide to heal your gut while boosting metabolism, immunity and mood. You’ll complete some interactive quizzes to suss out food intolerance, microbiome issues, and dietary problems. Then develop an action plan for treating bloating, constipation, IBS, heartburn, and more. You’ll also learn helpful strategies such as evidence-based dietary management, gut-focused yoga poses, enhanced sleep hygiene, and massage techniques that make a difference. Plus, there are 50 delicious recipes to show your gut some REAL loving. Tummy, I hereby promise to change. Please accept my apologies and give thanks to Dr. Rossi! A healthy diet means that you are eating all the right things. An unhealthy diet means that you are eating too much of the wrong type of food. Watch your calories. To maintain a healthy weight, eat only as many calories as you use up through physical activity. If you want to lose weight, take in fewer calories or burn more calories. You don’t need to deprive yourself toeat well. Dr Hannah Forster shows us howto focus on positive changes insteadFrom a hearty lasagne to raspberry and white chocolate muffins, these recipes prove you don’t have to sacrifice flavour or enjoyment to hit Megan’s recommended 30 plant points a week. That’s 30 plant-based foods across vegetables, wholegrains, fruits, legumes, nuts and seeds and herbs and spices. If cooking from scratch seems difficult,start small with a plan to cook once ortwice a week, or cook one thing you caneat over a couple of days at the weekendand build up from there. If time is anissue, make the most of your weekendand batch cook and freeze meals forduring the week. Organic Food Fact vs Perception- Many shoppers assume organic products are more nutritious and safer to eat, but these perceptions are based more on hype than hard science. Foods high in saturated fat, such as butter, palm oil and coconut oil, have been linked to reduced dopamine signalling in the brain. However, more research is needed before conclusions can be drawn.

This book directed me to start working with a dietician. I was diagnosed with Celiac disease 5 years ago and I have been having ongoing symptoms ever since even with following a strict gluten free diet.Gentle movements also play a crucial role in gut health. Yoga that involves breathwork activates the ‘rest and digest’ system, while controlled breathing through positions helps individuals navigate discomfort. Gentle compression and stretching movements aid in calming muscle and nerve stimulation, with relaxation at the end of sequences potentially resetting the gut-brain axis. The author also cites a study that found that ‘…yoga had equal benefits to a low- FODMAP diet, with over 80 per cent of participants reporting significant.’ I hadn't thought about my gut health ever until earlier this year when someone advised me to have a detox. So this book caught my eye. In her latest book, Dr Megan Rossi (PhD, RD) shares everything you need to know about boosting gut health and plant-based eating. Includes over 80 mouth-watering deliciously diverse recipes, savvy cooking tips and 3 menu plans that make it easier and tastier than ever to increase your plant intake and enjoy your favourite meals.