Constipation during pregnancy is super common. It is also hard to treat effectively. Are probiotics the answer? We are all about the emerging research around the power of the gut microbiome for health. Particularly when it comes to all things hormones, fertility, conception, pregnancy and beyond. However, research remains…
We have steadily realised over the last few years that overuse of antibiotics can do more harm than good. However, they are still lifesaving and necessary when used in the right context. (Click here for more from our resident expert paediatrician about what constitutes the…
We are firm believers that it is never too early to lay the foundations for long term health in a child. Preconception and Pregnancy is an excellent opportunity and for most women a positive pregnancy test leads to the question: what is ok to eat? What is…
Here at The Journey we are very focused on the emerging research around the gut (and vaginal) microbiome. Specifically how it can help us achieve our goals of happy health small people. Type in ‘gut’ to the search bar and you’ll see! The…
Here at The Journey we are pretty obsessed with the exciting research that continues to emerge on the power of the gut for long term health. Particularly for our purposes: hormonal health, immune and brain development in small growing people.
This article looks at the five core pillars being identified by modern science as crucial players in modern health and particularly for conception, pregnancy and for a little person. We look at what, how and most importantly how you can use this awareness to put yourself in a…
We take a look at the fuss about Aluminium. Why people have been concerned, if the science suggests there is an issue and most crucially some easy things you can do to reduce the risks for you/your child:
You are probably sick of hearing about all…
Most people know that eating fibre is ‘good’ but did you know that most people don’t get nearly enough, and did you know that getting the right amount can have a very powerful and positive effect not only on your digestion but even for your immunity, your child/future…
Research increasingly points to having a ‘healthy’ gut as a way to improve immunity and specifically help to reduce the incidence of our immune systems ‘misfiring’ causing allergies/autoimmune conditions. One area where the science is looking more robust is around one autoimmune condition specifically: Celiac disease. We look…
The gut is most certainly the organ ‘du jour’ and the science is increasingly backing it’s power to help build healthy long term immunity and even brain and emotional development. That being said there are a lot of confusing ‘buzz-words’ that now surround this growing industry. We take…
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