If you are suffering from the excesses of rich food in the aftermath of the festive season, don;’t despair there are things you can do to help get your health back on track.

Try switching to low fat foods for a while, like skimmed milk instead of full fat. Foods high in saturated fats take longer to digest and can make heartburn and reflux symptoms worse. A low fat diet can help to make improvements quite quickly.

Bloating after meals is another common problem. Fennel, caraway and mint help to relieve it by releasing the gut wall and balancing the healthy bacteria in the gut.

Tropical fruits like pineapple and papaya can also help to improve your digestion and calm inflammation or bloating, or other digestive issues.

Live yoghurt and probiotics can also help with bloating.

Green vegetables contain iron,magnesium and plenty of fibre to aid digestion.

Golden linseeds have also been shown to help with bloating, wind and diarrhoea, try adding them to your breakfast cereal, or salads or soups.

If you’re suffering from constipation, beans and pulses are a great source of fibre and contain many vitamins and minerals to keep your body both healthy and regular.

Oats or porridge is great for breakfast if you suffer with acid reflux, constipation or diarrhoea, it helps to maintain the healthy gut bacteria.

So if the New Year has left you feeling a little less than your usual bright and energetic self try a few of these tips to get you back on track.