This Morning's Dr Zoe on how to give your digestive system some TLC
ok.co.ukWhile we all know the importance of looking after our skin and hair during the summer months, it turns out that caring for our insides is just as crucial – and it can be achieved at three specific points during the day which she terms our 'golden gut hours'. “There are different golden gut hours throughout the day where you can really give your gut a helping hand if you make use of them consistently,” says media medic Dr Zoe Williams. “For example, using the first hour of your day to boost your gut health is a good way to start the day, though there are other moments throughout the day that we can take advantage of.” It may seem simple but making use of these so-called golden hours can bring a whole host of benefits. “Bad gut health can cause abdominal symptoms like bloating, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, constipation, tiredness,” explains Dr Zoe. “A healthy gut can impact just about every aspect of our health, including our immune system, skin and mood.” From sunrise to sunset, Dr Zoe shares her top tips for keeping your gut healthy and happy… Breakfast Debate rages over whether breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but early refreshment is key for gut health. “When you first wake up, say at 7am on a weekday, use that first hour to drink a big glass of water.
Drinking water helps your gut function well and aids digestion by helping to break down food so that your body can absorb the nutrients.
It also helps prevent constipation,” says Dr Zoe. We all need to drink about 11⁄2 to 2 litres of water a day, but our bodies can give telltale signs that we need extra hydration.
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