1. Exercise

A daily 30-minute workout can really help improve your digestive health. It’s not about preparing your body to run a marathon, it’s about taking simple steps every day to better health. Try walking instead of driving and when out and about use the stairs instead of the escalators.

2. Eat A Balanced Diet

Eating a poor diet, rushing or skipping your meals can all have a bad effect on your gut flora balance. Make a point to eat a healthy diet plan that includes fibre-rich foods, lots of fruit and veg – aim for the recommended 5 a day, wholegrain foods, pulses, lean meat, fish, eggs and diary products.

3. Limit Alcohol Intakes

You don’t need to be teetotal but consuming large quantites of alcohol can really irritate the lining of the stomach. Women should drink no more then 2-3 units a day and men 3-4 units.

4. Drink Plenty Of Fluids

Keeping hydrated is key for general health but also for digestive health. Aim to drink at least 1.5-2 litres of water a day.

5. Eat Prebiotic Foods

Prebiotic foods help ‘feed’ the good bacteria that are present in the intestines and are vital for both digestive health and in building immunity.

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