For this test, you drink a solution containing different kinds of sugars with molecules of different sizes, some of which are not usually absorbed in the intestines. Then we tried the supplements out ourselves, paying attention to how they left us feeling, and making note of any changes to our health and wellbeing. This salad with lentils, feta and apple is a satisfying vegetarian entree to whip together for lunch. It originated in the mountainous region between Asia and Europe, as well as Russia and Central Asia.

They said the flavour (strawberry) was yummy, while their parents were delighted they had found a supplement that could boost their little one’s gut health.The properties within garlic act as a fuel source to allow the bacteria to do their job better which overall improves gut function and can help heal your gut. Gut health can be tricky—when your microbiome is out of whack, it can cause all kinds of problems, from poor digestion to lack of sleep. Even though my symptoms improved slightly, they only did so for a short time, as the root cause was still present. I have tried so many different things since last September and it feels like I am finally breaking out of the prison I felt I had been in for so long.

Mashing some of the beans acts as a fast thickener when your soups don't have a long time to simmer. We think it has a subtle crisp, clear taste (similar to cucumber water) that we really enjoy drinking. To save time, swap in drained canned lentils—just make sure to look for low-sodium and give them a rinse before adding them to the salad. In addition to destroying archaea and other harmful bacteria living inside the gut microbiome, berberine was also shown to boost healthy friendly flora that have their own incredible health-promoting effects.We addressed all of this with antibiotics (prescribed by my general practitioner) and a gut healing protocol.