
Lou Mudge
Lou Mudge is a Health Writer for Future Plc, working across Coach, Fit&Well, Live Science, TechRadar, T3 and Tom's Guide. Based in Bath, UK, she has a passion for food, nutrition and health. She's eager to demystify diet culture in order to make health and fitness accessible to everybody, and is a champion of sustainable training and eating practices.
Multiple diagnoses in her early 20s sparked an interest in the gut-brain axis, and the impact that diet and exercise can have on both physical and mental health. She was put on the FODMAP elimination diet during this time and learned to adapt recipes to fit these parameters, while retaining core flavors and textures, and now enjoys cooking for gut health.
Lou enjoys wild swimming, hiking and horse riding. She particularly loves Snowdonia, Exmoor, Dartmoor and the Peak District national parks for these activities, but can also be found jumping in her local river after a long day at work in the summer. She is a keen gardener and grows a lot of her own food organically, using permaculture and companion planting principles. She tries to eat locally sourced, ethically raised meat and get as much of her protein as possible from vegetarian sources. Good sleep practice, meditation and journaling have been a big part of Lou’s journey with health as tools for the improvement of overall quality of life.
Latest articles by Lou Mudge

Save 63% on the RENPHO 2022 Deep Tissue Massage Gun at Amazon
By Lou Mudge published
Deal Soothe your post-workout muscles for less with this deep tissue massage gun, now $170 cheaper at Amazon

What is dietary fat?
By Lou Mudge last updated
Everything you need to know about dietary fat and why including the right fat in your diet is important for good health.

How to prevent bloating: Five gas-busting tips
By Lou Mudge last updated
Find out how to prevent bloating with these expert-approved tips

What causes bloating?
By Lou Mudge last updated
A bloated and gassy stomach can be uncomfortable — but what causes bloating in the first place? We asked the experts

Oclean W10 Water Flosser review
By Lou Mudge last updated
Review We tested out the Oclean W10 Water Flosser. Here’s everything you need to know, from design to performance

Oclean X10 electric toothbrush review
By Lou Mudge last updated
review We’ve tested the Oclean X10 sonic electric toothbrush, to see how it measures up in terms of performance, functionality and design

Spotlight Oral Care Water Flosser review
By Lou Mudge last updated
review The Spotlight Oral Care Water Flosser is an effective tool to achieve clean-feeling teeth and step up your oral care routine

Oclean X Pro Elite toothbrush review
By Lou Mudge last updated
Review The Oclean X Pro Elite is an app-aided, sleek-looking electric toothbrush that monitors your brushing – and offers advice on how to do it better

Six benefits of probiotics for men
By Lou Mudge last updated
reference We look into the reasons why probiotics for men might promote good health, and why men’s probiotic needs may differ from women’s

The Sirtfood Diet: What is it and is it safe?
By Lou Mudge published
We’ve investigated the science behind the Sirtfood Diet to see if it holds any value for health and weight loss

Does collagen help you lose weight?
By Lou Mudge published
Does collagen help you lose weight? We’ve spoken to the experts to find out

Probiotics for vaginal health: Benefits, safety and risks
By Lou Mudge last updated
reference Is it safe to use probiotics for vaginal health? Our experts weigh in on the potential benefits and risks

Probiotics for women: What are the benefits?
By Lou Mudge last updated
Reference A gut health expert explains why probiotics for women are important

What are psychobiotics?
By Lou Mudge last updated
Live bacteria known as psychobiotics could have an impact on our mental state. Here’s what we know so far

Five ways to improve gut health
By Lou Mudge last updated
reference Looking for ways to improve gut health? An unhealthy gut can lead to a myriad of health issues. We spoke to a dietician for five easy ways to do this

Crohn's disease diet: What to eat and what to avoid to manage symptoms
By Lou Mudge published
Following a personalized Crohn’s disease diet may help you to alleviate symptoms and minimize flare-ups

GERD (acid reflux): Causes, symptoms & treatment
By Lou Mudge last updated
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a chronic condition that occurs when stomach contents wash up into the throat. We break down everything you need to know

What is the low FODMAP diet?
By Lou Mudge last updated
A low FODMAP diet may help to reduce the symptoms of IBS – here’s everything you need to know

What is the link between IBS and anxiety?
By Lou Mudge last updated
IBS and anxiety are closely linked – we look at the science behind both conditions

Eight sources of iron to include in your diet
By Lou Mudge last updated
Reference A run down of the top sources of iron you should be eating for good health and immunity

Are insects edible?
By Lou Mudge last updated
Are insects edible and are there any benefits to chowing down on invertebrates? Here's what you might want to consider

Crohn's disease: Symptoms, diagnosis & treatment
By Lou Mudge published
Reference Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that involves inflammation in all or part of the digestive tract

How to do an elimination diet
By Lou Mudge published
An elimination diet can be a great option for those experiencing conditions like IBS and GERD. Here’s how to follow one safely
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