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10 helpful hints for gut health and strong winter immunity

 

  1. Prebiotics and probiotics (prebiotics feed the probiotics)
  2. Fermented foods, kefir and saukraut. Make sure to start with small doses.
  3. Gluten free and wheat free diet
  4. Try a sugar free diet. Use stevia or Xylitol instead
  5. Cook with coconut oil, it is full of antibacterial and antiviral properties
  6. Fiber Fiber fiber! From fruits and some raw veg, chia seeds, some extra magnesium in your diet.
  7. Omega 3 fats and turmeric can help inflammation
  8. Water. The crystal clear filtered stuff.
  9. Stress management with massage and yoga and mindfulness practice and
  10. Detox your body. Have a fast day a week, 1 small meal during the day is ok.
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Paul von Bergen

Founded Billabong Retreat in 2009 after leaving a 15-year corporate career and training as a yoga and meditation teacher. He teaches mindfulness, breathwork and yoga in a way that blends ancient wisdom with modern neuroscience - practical, down-to-earth, and designed for real life. He's also the author of Being GOD (2025).

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