The last few years have been hugely stressful, and thanks to the two-way gut-brain connection, increased stress has probably been wreaking havoc on my gut health.

The NHS notes that stress can upset the digestive system, causing bloating and abdominal pain, so finding an effective stress management technique was a journey I started last autumn.

Meditation is a coping technique that allows people to deal with daily stressors more effectively when adopted as a regular practice.

I’m a serious fidget and have never been very good at sitting still but at the start of the year I made a conscious effort to embark on a morning meditation routine.

After a few months of dedicating just 10 minutes to meditation every morning, I found I could go about my day with a much calmer temperament, my mood was better regulated and my tummy troubles and bloating have since been less aggressive than they were in my pre-meditation days.

The good news is that with tons of free meditation videos and playlists available online, meditation is no longer just a practice for those in the know or with enough cash, making it an easy addition to your daily routine.

“I tried 5 techniques to support my gut wellbeing – here’s how they made me feel”