Miso, natto and nukazuke: fermented foods and the gut
Miso, natto and nukazuke are on many tables in Japan. What they contain, what the gut research really shows, and who should be careful with them.
Gut Health
Digestion, bloating, reflux and bowel habits: how the gut works, what helps day to day, and the signs that need a doctor.
Acid reflux at night: habits that help and warning signs
Why heartburn flares after you lie down, what late dinners and izakaya nights have to do with it, and which signs mean it is time to see a doctor.
Bloating after meals: common causes and when to get it checked
Most after-dinner bloating comes down to how fast and what we eat. How to ease it at home, and how to tell when it needs a doctor.