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05/02/2026

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Did you know that a baby’s gut microbes help train their immune system — teaching the body what to react to, what to tolerate, and how strongly it should react?
But modern life is changing those microbes fast.
C-sections, antibiotics, formula feeding, and ultra-processed food additives are all shaping the early-life microbiome — during the most critical window for immune development.

In this episode of Healthy Gut, Healthy Kids, we’re joined by Alanna Collen, biologist, science writer and author of 10% Human, to unpack how modern life is reshaping our inner ecosystem — and what this means for children’s long-term health.

We talk about:�🦠 why humans are ecosystems�🛡️ how gut microbes protect the gut barrier�🔥 how the microbiome influences inflammation�👶 why infancy is a critical window�🍼 the role of birth, breastfeeding & bifidobacteria�💊 how antibiotics and C-sections shift microbial development�🌱 why fiber diversity is one of the most powerful tools for gut health

You don’t need perfection — but understanding the microbiome gives parents powerful knowledge in a world that’s changed faster than our biology has.

15/01/2026

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Did you know that by age 7, close to 60% of UK children’s calories come from ultra-processed foods?
Ultra-processed foods are now the default in modern family life — marketed as “healthy,” “kid-friendly,” and “convenient.” But growing evidence suggests that diets high in UPFs may shape children’s gut microbiome, inflammation, metabolism, and long-term health in ways most parents don’t realise.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Federica Amati — Head Nutritionist at ZOE, researcher at Imperial College London, and Sunday Times bestselling author — to unpack what the science actually says about UPFs, misinformation, and gut health for kids.

We cover:
🍪 what ultra-processed food really is (and why it’s everywhere)
🦠 how UPFs impact kids’ gut health and immune development
📣 why marketing keeps parents confused
✊ why nutrition needs an activist approach
🤍 realistic ways to build healthier habits in a busy modern world
Supporting your child’s health doesn’t require perfection — but every parent deserves this knowledge, so they can make informed, conscious choices in a world full of confusing nutrition messaging.

07/01/2026

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Did you know that your diet before you’re even pregnant may shape your child’s health for decades to come?

Fertility rates are falling worldwide — and growing evidence suggests that nutrition, stress, lifestyle, and the gut microbiome may play a far bigger role in fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and a child’s long-term health than most people realise.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Federica Amati — Head Nutritionist at ZOE, researcher at Imperial College London, and Sunday Times bestselling author — to unpack what the science actually says about fertility, pregnancy, and the first 1,000 days of life.

We cover:
– why fertility rates are declining and how nutrition plays a role
– which diet best supports fertility, pregnancy, and your baby’s health
– the key ways to optimise the body for pregnancy
– how a mother’s gut microbiome helps shape her baby’s immune system
– and how early nutrition is linked to risks like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and even cancer later in life

Whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, or simply curious about how early biology shapes lifelong health, this conversation offers clear, evidence-based insights to help you feel informed — not overwhelmed.

30/12/2025

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Did you know that your diet before you’re even pregnant may shape your child’s health for decades to come?

Fertility rates are falling worldwide — and growing evidence suggests that nutrition, stress, lifestyle, and the gut microbiome may play a far bigger role in fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and a child’s long-term health than most people realise.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Federica Amati — Head Nutritionist at ZOE, researcher at Imperial College London, and Sunday Times bestselling author — to unpack what the science actually says about fertility, pregnancy, and the first 1,000 days of life.

We cover:
– why fertility rates are declining and how nutrition plays a role
– which diet best supports fertility, pregnancy, and your baby’s health
– the key ways to optimise the body for pregnancy
– how a mother’s gut microbiome helps shape her baby’s immune system
– and how early nutrition is linked to risks like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and even cancer later in life

Whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, or simply curious about how early biology shapes lifelong health, this conversation offers clear, evidence-based insights to help you feel informed — not overwhelmed.

29/12/2025

December often comes with more sweets and ultra-processed foods, which can challenge digestion and gut health.
 5 gentle tips that work for the whole family:
🥦 Add vegetables back in — roasted, soups, stews, or blended into familiar meals 🫘 Focus on fibre — beans, lentils, oats, vegetables, seeds
🍜 Choose warm meals — they’re easier on digestion after heavy foods 🥗 Keep meals simple — fewer ingredients, less stress for the gut ⏰ Return to routines — regular meals support digestion, especially for kids

A gentle reset isn’t about restriction — especially for kids. It’s about finding an everyday rhythm again.

Save this for a softer start to January 🤍

19/12/2025

How I handle Christmas sweets 🎄🍫 — Camilla, nutritionist at Alba Health & mom of two

• I don’t label sweets as “bad” — they’re part of celebration • We start the day with real food (fiber + protein first) to support stable blood sugar and the gut • Sweets are for moments, not constant grazing — this gives the gut time to rest and digest • I always serve fruit or nuts alongside chocolate and sweets — fiber + fats help slow sugar absorption • Our gut microbiome is shaped by what we eat most days, not a few festive ones

🎄 A few days of Christmas sweets won’t damage the gut microbiome. Sugar does affect gut bacteria but it’s the long-term patterns, not 2–3 festive days, that shape gut health.

What matters most is returning to regular meals after Christmas with 🥦 fiber-rich foods (vegetables, whole grains, legumes) 🥗diversity of plants

Enjoy the sweets. Support the gut. No guilt needed.

Save this for Christmas week 🤍

18/12/2025

Did you know that your diet before you’re even pregnant may shape your child’s health for decades to come?

Fertility rates are falling worldwide — and growing evidence suggests that nutrition, stress, lifestyle, and the gut microbiome may play a far bigger role in fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and a child’s long-term health than most people realise.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Federica Amati — Head Nutritionist at ZOE, researcher at Imperial College London, and Sunday Times bestselling author — to unpack what the science actually says about fertility, pregnancy, and the first 1,000 days of life.

We cover:
– why fertility rates are declining and how nutrition plays a role
– which diet best supports fertility, pregnancy, and your baby’s health
– the key ways to optimise the body for pregnancy
– how a mother’s gut microbiome helps shape her baby’s immune system
– and how early nutrition is linked to risks like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and even cancer later in life
Whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, or simply curious about how early biology shapes lifelong health, this conversation offers clear, evidence-based insights to help you feel informed — not overwhelmed.

Comment “GUT” and we’ll send you the link to the episode.

03/12/2025

Good gut health starts in the shopping cart 🛒💚

Our nutritionist picked 5 everyday foods that support your child’s microbiome — and they’re all easy to find at your local supermarket!

👉 Which one is already a favorite at your house?

09/11/2025

👋 Meet Dr Colette Reynolds, PhD – food parenting expert, psychologist, and part of the Alba team helping families navigate fussy and picky eating.

Want to learn more about fussy eating? Comment “eating” and we’ll send you a link to our blog post with practical tips — and where you can also sign up for our upcoming webinar with Colette. 🍽️

06/11/2025

👶✨ We’ve teamed up with for a free live webinar on children’s gut health! If you’re a parent, you don’t want to miss this.

We’ll dive into:
🌿 How the gut shapes your child’s overall health
🤧 The link between the gut and chronic conditions such as eczema and allergies
🥦 What you can do to support a healthy gut from the start

📅 Tuesday, November 11, 7pm (London time)
💬 Comment GUT below and we’ll send you the link to join — for free!

22/10/2025

5 everyday foods to boost your kid’s fiber — from our nutritionist (and mom!) 🌾💪

19/09/2025

🎓 Free Masterclass on the gut-skin connection!

🗓️ September 25 • ⏰ 20:00 CET

✨ “I reversed my own eczema by starting with my gut.” — Nora Cavani, Alba’s founder ✨

As parents, we know how hard it is to see our children struggle with dry, itchy skin or persistent eczema. In this free session, you’ll learn how the gut and skin are connected, how food shapes your child’s microbiome, and simple steps you can take at home to support healthier skin and long-term wellbeing. Plus, a chance to ask your questions live to our nutritionist!

👉 Sign up via the link in bio - limited spots available!

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