Digestive health

Beat the bloat

Tips for getting rid of bloating, including cutting out 'windy' foods and fizzy drinks and taking regular exercise.

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Video: irritable bowel syndrome

A man who has lived with IBS for the past 20 years talks about the remedies he finds most helpful.

Good foods to help your digestion

How to eat and drink to ensure a good digestion, including foods to avoid and which ones to fill up on.

Five lifestyle tips for a healthy tummy

Five ways to banish common digestive problems such as heartburn, constipation and bloating.

Is it a food allergy or food intolerance?

Around 2% of people have a food allergy, but many more have a food intolerance. Find out how to tell the difference.

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Flatulence

For many people flatulence is no laughing matter. Find out how lifestyle changes can really make a difference.

How to prepare and cook food safely

How to prepare and cook food correctly to reduce the risk of food poisoning, including E. coli

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Ten ways to prevent food poisoning

How to prevent food poisoning, including tips on hand washing, food storage and thorough cooking.

Does the 'five-second rule' really work?

Is food dropped on the floor ever safe to eat? We put the 'five-second rule' under the microscope.