The Gut Hub
Welcome to the Gut Hub, below you'll find the latest research, advice and recommendations around gut health written by our own team of industry experts and medical professionals.
Gut health
Discover everything there is to know about gut health, gut bacteria and the power of the microbiome.
Acid Reflux, Diet and the Gut Microbiome
Written by Hussain Abdeh Mpharm Published on 14 June 2021 Updated by Sarah Morton RD Last updated on 23 Sep 2025 Acid Reflux and the Role of Diet Acid reflux is an uncomfortable and ...
How to protect your stomach and gut when taking naproxen
Written by Hussain Abdeh Mpharm Published on Medicine Direct Updated by Sarah Morton RD Last updated on 23 Sep 2025 What is Naproxen? Naproxen is a painkiller that belongs to a group...
Proton Pump Inhibitors and the Gut Microbiome
Written by Hussain Abdeh Mpharm Published on 10 June 2021 Updated by Sarah Morton RD Last updated on 23 Sep 2025 Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are among the most commonly used medica...
Food Intolerance
Everything you need to know about the different types of food intolerance, trigger foods, and how to eliminate them from your diet.
What are the symptoms of a food intolerance?
Food intolerances can have several symptoms, the severity and combinations of symptoms can vary throughout individuals, with some experiencing multiple symptoms at once.
What is a food intolerance? Everything you need to know
Medically reviewed by Kate Hilton RDOn 12 June 2023 In this guide we will explore the topic of food intolerance and provide detailed insight into, common food intolerances, symptoms, trigge...
Medically reviewed by Kate Hilton RDOn 12 June 2023 Understanding the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and management of gluten intolerance Gluten intolerance is one of the most common forms of...
Symptoms
Visit our symptoms advice hub to get to the bottom of what is causing them.
Written by Hussain Abdeh Mpharm Published on 11 June 2021 Updated by Sarah Morton RD Last updated on 23 Sep 2025 Indigestion (dyspepsia) usually appears as a symptom of an underlyin...
Written by Kate Hilton RD Published on 28 June 2023 Updated by Saskia Knight DipNT Last updated on 22 Jan 2025 Nausea after eating can be a distressing experience, it will often leav...
Anxiety after eating: Understanding the Causes, Symptoms, and Management
Medically reviewed by Kate Hilton RDOn 26 June 2023 What causes anxiety after eating? Experiencing anxiety after eating can be caused by a number of foods, drinks, underlying conditions and...
IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome)
What treatments are there for IBS and is there a cure?
IBS treatment typically focuses on reducing/preventing symptoms and improving quality of life, as the condition varies among individuals. There is no one-size-fits-all approach; treatment and manag...
The intake of fibre, plays a crucial role in alleviating IBS symptoms. Understanding the types of fibre, their sources, and the concept of a high-fibre diet can help in better managing IBS.
Women are more likely to be diagnosed with IBS compared to men. This difference is not just in numbers, but also in the experience of the condition. Managing IBS in women requires a multifaceted a...
Company News
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Why Ethoxydiglycol could trigger a global fake tan shortage
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The UK STI Check 2020: Results Revealed - Medicine Direct Archive
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