TAME YOUR TUMMY

Keep your gut happy and healthy this party season

- Emma Li, Amber Bramble.

Most of us have heard that having a healthy gut affects more than just our digestion - it also has an impact on our overall health and well-being. Research has shown that having a diverse microbiome (particularly your gut bacteria) has benefits for many other organ systems and even your brain.

Emma Li, from the Australian health science company EZZ, says it's even more critical to focus on our gut health during busier, more stressful periods - such as the holiday season.

"Maintaining the balance of bacteria in your gut is essential for nutrient absorption and keeping out toxins. When this doesn't happen, it can lead to digestive issues, weight fluctuations, poor sleep, skin conditions and make you more prone to sickness because the immune system is less effective," says Emma. "As the end of the year gets closer, many of us are getting busier, with more social events impacting our diets, our sleep and our exercise schedules. So it's important to keep on top of our gut health and keep our energy levels up."

Here are Emma's top tips for maintaining a healthy gut over the holiday season.

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