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Summer can be none stop with parties and other social engagements, but be careful not to burn the candle at both ends. Set aside down-time for yourself - dig out that hammock, lie back with a good book and soak up some vitamin D (another key nutrient for immunity).

Exercise is not only great for physical health but also for its psychological benefits. If you can exercise outside this has the added benefit of fresh air and exposure to the sun, to help you make more vitamin D, which is a really important nutrient for the immune system.

Make your own hand sanitiser by adding a few drops of anti-microbial essential oils to aloe-vera gel. Store the mixture in a little bottle that’s easy to carry in your day bag at summer festivals and other times where you are at increased risk of picking up infections.

Did you know? Prebiotics help to feed beneficial species of bacteria in the gut. Therefore ensure you have a regular intake of prebiotic foods such as onions, garlic, leeks, slightly under-ripe bananas, Jerusalem artichokes and asparagus to look after the good guys!

Veggie sticks and hummus dip is one of our all time favourite snacks! We have our very own hummus recipe on our website: lepicol.com/recipeshummus

Stress essentially shuts down the digestive system, instead re-directing energy to systems and organs of the body that are useful in fighting or fleeing from a perceived threat. Make it a priority to set time aside regularly to focus on doing the things you love to de-stress.

Whilst on holiday it's important to keep up your fruit & veg intake to ensure your obtaining enough fibre to keep your stools regular. If still struggling to pass a stool, consider taking a gentle fibre supplement such as psyllium husk to help get things moving.

#TravelTips Help limit jet-lag by immediately switching your watch to the local time of your holiday destination when you get on the plane, and sleeping/staying awake in line with that time-zone on the flight.

Get your gut back on track with some simple tips from our experts: lepicol.com/get-things-mov…

#TravelTips Ensure you get plenty of sleep before you go on holiday, travelling & time differences can upset your body’s natural rhythm & increase chance of illness. Stress can also really disrupt our digestive & immune health, so practising mindfulness in the lead up could help.

#TravelTips Water helps keep stools soft and easy to pass if you find yourself struggling to go, whilst if you suffer from diarrhea it's important to replace lost fluids.

#TravelTips In hot climates, ideally you would need to drink at least 3 litres per day to avoid dehydration and keep the body functioning well. It's a good idea to stick to bottled water and avoid tap water and ice.

#TravelTips It's natural to enjoy more treats whilst on holiday but it's important to keep up your fruit and veg intake. Fibre helps keep things moving and provides a food source for your gut bacteria.

#TravelTips Did you know? A crouching position helps to straighten the colon, giving stools an easy passage. So the dreaded hole in the floor we sometimes find abroad is actually much better for passing stools.

#TravelTips Do you notice a change in bowel movements when on holiday? There are a number of potential contributing factors including changes in diet. Interestingly, changes in diet have been shown to have a measurable effect on gut bacteria in as little as 24 hours.

A holiday is generally a time to relax but digestive issues can leave us desperate to get home to the comfort of our own loos! This month we'll be sharing our nutritional experts top #TravelTips to ensure you keep your digestive system happy and enjoy your holiday to the full.

Nothing says 'Celebrations' like cake! We recommend Andressa's Lemon Yoghurt Cake: lepicol.com/lemon-cake

Are you ready for the Jubilee celebrations next week? If, like us, June has crept up on you, and you've not yet planned anything check out these great ideas from Yours. From party ideas to decorations they've covered everything!: yours.co.uk/leisure/nostal…

What's your go to lunch during the spring months? If you need some lunchtime inspiration head to our website for our nutritional experts favourite recipes: lepicol.com/recipeslunch

Our experts shared 7 easy tips to support your gut and overall wellbeing, check them out on our website: lepicol.com/wellbeing