Gut health
Understanding stomach, bowel, liver and pancreas conditions can give you the tools to effectively manage their symptoms.
How can we help you?
Concerned about symptoms?
With or without insurance, we can help you
If you have health insurance
Speak to a nurse 24/7 on the Anytime HealthLine by calling 0345 601 3216.^
In the My Bupa app you can book video and audio GP appointments for the day, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
If you think you have symptoms of bowel cancer, call our direct access service on 0800 012 1305∧ to speak to a trained advisor.
If you don’t have health insurance with us
No problem. We can still help you on a pay-as-you-go basis. Just pay for the treatment you need when you need it.
Advice on your gut health

The low-FODMAP diet for IBS
Our dietitian talks about taking certain foods out of your diet for a healthier gut.

Can your gut affect mental health?
Belly aches when anxious. No appetite when stressed. That’s the mind-gut link.

How sleep can affect diabetes?
Sleep helps keep those blood sugar levels balanced. Read how it can benefit you.

Why is fibre important?
Find out why fibre is an important part of our diets and how to get enough.
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