The new year is a time when we all make resolutions and often these are health and particularly weight related. For some this is to detoxify after the festive season and for others it’s simply a time to kickstart some good habits and perhaps lose a few pounds in the process. In this article, we
Today is National Spaghetti Day and we’ve combined the ethos of Veganuary with this culinary festival to bring you a deliciously warming and cheerful dish to tantalize your taste buds. It also contains lots of yummy prebiotic fibre in the lentils, beans, garlic and onions as well as herbs to support your gut health and
Traditional to Russia and the Ukraine, Kvass was originally a low alcohol fermented grain-based drink (usually rye) that was consumed daily. This Beetroot Kvass recipe is grain and alcohol free, making it suitable for everybody. It can be made using berries, limes, honey, mint and any ingredients additions that appeal to you. Kvass can be
Gain a better understanding of daylight on our gut health December 21st marks the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere when the sun provides the least light (just under 8 hours in the UK) in a 24-hour period and we experience the shortest day and the longest night. This is the time that the Northern
This year has been extremely challenging and many of us have experienced unprecedented fear and stress, worrying about many things, including health, isolation, financial concerns, job security, and our children’s schooling which all, in turn, affect the health of our gut microbiota. The stress associated with economic hardship, loneliness and worrying about what tomorrow might
If you’re anything like us at ProVen, you’ll be looking for healthy bacteria-rich alternatives to alcoholic drinks to enjoy over the festive season? Many people immediately think of kombucha – a fizzy, fermented tea – when considering healthy alternative non-alcoholic drinks, but have you heard of tepache? Tepache is a delicious Mexican favourite that the
As we head into the festive season, we wanted to give you some tips on keeping your gut healthy while you take the time to let your hair down and eat, drink and be merry! This can lead to consequences for some of us, particularly in relation to gut health and toilet habits, but it
With everything that’s going on in the world this year, poor mental health is high on the agenda of health issues people are facing – with isolation, uncertainty and required lifestyle changes adding to the stress and thus potentially affecting our mood and emotional health. As we move further into winter, feelings of loneliness and
Veg Pledge Month understanding Vegetables have been a staple of the human diet for centuries. They’re readily available, cheap to buy, easy to grow and simple to cook. They are also vital to support our gut health, providing fibre to help keep our bowels moving and feed our friendly bacteria and vitamins and minerals to
The Impact of Sugar on Gut Bacteria. The Facts Most of us are aware of the impact of excessive amounts of sugar on our health, but how much do we understand about the impact of sugar on gut bacteria in our microbiome and how this links to overall health? And do we know how to
Prebiotics The lining of your gut, like every surface of your body, is covered in microscopic microbes, mostly bacteria, known as the microbiome. The key to a healthy microbiome is maintaining balance among the nearly 1,000 different species of bacteria in your gut and there are two primary ways to help maintain this balance: Helping
Today, November 6th is National Nacho Day and this indulgent and comforting Tex-Mex favourite needn’t include super salted maize chips, laden with processed cheese, lacking in nourishment. We’ve created a wholesome and nutritious nacho recipe that the entire family can enjoy, brimming with flavour and goodness and quick to prepare (and eat!). Use organic vegetables
Happy World Vegan Day Sunday, November 1st, was the national celebration of Vegan awareness, World Vegan Day. As more people become interested in veganism, we have compiled a list of some frequently asked questions around this way of eating, along with some helpful tips with regard to the most healthful food and supplement options. What
Movember was created to raise awareness and funding for men’s health issues globally. In 2003, two friends having a drink in a bar in Australia decided to bring the Mo (moustache) back and link its display to men’s health issues. Since then, they have funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects internationally. Men die an
Pumpkin Gut Health Benefits Whether you’re a fan of pumpkin pie or pumpkin soup, pumpkins are much more than a Halloween ‘Jack-o-lantern’! Here are 10 fun facts about pumpkins to share with your friends: Pumpkins originated in Mexico and date back to 7000BCPumpkins are fruits as they have edible seeds on the inside – scoop
