According to consultant dietitian Sophie Medlin, many people take their bowel health for granted until issues arise.
Medlin, with 20 years of experience in the NHS, academia, and private practice, and Chair of the British Dietetic Association for London, warns against "miracle fixes" that can cause more harm than good.
Products like detox teas and gut "cleanses" are widely available, but do they actually deliver on their promises or are they just expensive distractions?
From detox teas to gut 'cleanses', supermarket shelves and online wellness stores are stacked with products promising to transform your digestion.
Sophie Medlin shares her expertise to separate fact from fiction and provide insight into what actually works for gut health.
Author's summary: Expert advice on gut health from a seasoned dietitian.