Small changes are the biggest changes
My passion for Gut Health started when I became so obsessed with laxatives to help ease my bloat and IBS. I got it down to a T and even knew when to take them to be able to shift the bloat in time for nights out, etc - shocking, I know!
But around the time I had my little girl who is now three and a half, I found something that was naturally good for my gut and worked amazingly. And because I loved it so much, it showed when I spoke to people about it, and that’s the beauty of word of mouth. People then started wanting to know what it was I was using, and that’s how my journey started…
I didn’t want to go back to my corporate job. I desperately just wanted to be around my little girl, so the thought of going back to work really put me in a bad place. Eventually, a year after coming back from maternity leave, I decided to quit my job, take on a part-time job where I wasn’t always bringing work home, and I followed my love for the health and wellness industry and decided to run a business from home.
Now, there are a lot of ways of earning money online... BUT I’m talking real money. I became a rep for a well-established, highly reputable brand, but this is where I have to be ME and be real, because if I’m not real then how can people trust me? So I had to learn a lot about myself, and as a Mum it’s so easy to forget your identity.
And now, I’ve been able to reduce more hours in my job, all because I believed in these products and other people believed in me too.
My top tips for a healthy gut:
1. **Chew Mindfully:** Take your time to chew your food thoroughly. It aids digestion by breaking down food into smaller particles.
2. **Hydrate Smartly:** Drink water before meals, but avoid excessive water during meals as it can dilute stomach acids needed for digestion.
3. **Include Fiber:** Fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains promote healthy digestion and prevent constipation.
4. **Probiotics for Gut Health:** Incorporate probiotic-rich foods like yogurt or consider supplements for a healthy gut.
5. **Moderate Portion Sizes:** Eating smaller, balanced meals can prevent overloading the digestive system, promoting smoother digestion.
6. **Limit Processed Foods:** Reduce intake of processed and high-fat foods. Opt for whole, natural options to support a healthier digestive system.
7. **Stay Active:** Regular physical activity aids digestion by promoting bowel regularity and reducing bloating, even if it’s a slow and short walk to start with.
8. **Mind-Gut Connection:** Manage stress through practices like deep breathing or meditation, as stress can impact digestion negatively.
9. **Warm Beverages:** Sipping warm liquids, especially herbal teas, can soothe the digestive tract and assist in digestion.
10. **Listen to Your Body:** Pay attention to how your body reacts to certain foods. Adjust your diet based on what promotes optimal digestion for you.
“Hey everyone, my name is Joanne!
I'm a mummy to a 3 year old who is my whirlwind, but is also my absolute world. I wanted a career that gave me more time with her and something I could really feel passionate about again, so 2 years ago I started my business, mainly because it had such an important impact when taking life changing product for my IBS.
We are the largest grower, manufacturer and distributor of Aloe Vera products in the world. For over three decades, we have dedicated ourselves to seeking out nature’s best sources for health and beauty and sharing them with the world.
We are constantly striving to better ourselves, researching and developing to bring our customers even better solutions time and time again. We own our whole process, from the maintenance of our 50 million aloe plants in both our Dominican and Texas based aloe fields, to the final packaged aloe products that find their way into your daily routine. This allows us to not only exceed standards, but to define them.”
Contact Jo by emailing joannelacking@yahoo.co.uk, or find her on Facebook.
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