gut health - Absorbing Life

Gall Bladder Pain, Sludge, and an Unexpected Lesson in Bile Balance After Ileocecal Resection

20 Oct 2025 6 min read gentle science

Since my ileocecal resection five years ago, I have been living with a very different digestive system than I had my whole life before then. Experiencing repeated and runny poos on a daily

Psyllium Husk Every Day? My Gut’s Been Doing It for Years

01 Aug 2025 4 min read food & fibre

Can you take psyllium husk every day? It's a common question – one I've had to answer for myself. For me, the answer has become a solid yes: I take

A gut-friendly oat breakfast: prepping your resected bowel for a day of digestion

22 Jul 2025 5 min read food & fibre

Gone are the days when I could slap some bacon on the pan, fry a few eggs, and chuck it all on a white roll, downing my breakfast with a dash of sauce