Gut Health
Restore Your Gut Health and Heal Your Digestion – Dysbiosis and Leaky Gut Syndrome
Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms collectively known as your microbiome—a powerful control centre for your overall health. In fact, your body contains more bacterial cells than human ones, highlighting the vital role your microbiome plays in maintaining balance and well-being.
Improving gut health can positively impact nearly every chronic health issue, from fatigue and depression to autoimmune conditions. A remarkable 80% of your immune system resides in your gut, making it a cornerstone of your body’s defence system. Even more astonishing, your gut produces 95% of your serotonin, the hormone responsible for lifting your mood, and 50% of your dopamine, which supports focus and rewards your achievements.
It’s time to harness the power of your microbiome and take charge of your health!
Whether you are struggling with: leaky gut syndrome, food intolerances or allergies, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), yeast, fungal infections (mould) or parasites, acid reflux, diarrhoea, bloating, constipation, IBS, inflammatory bowel disease or more we can help transform your gut health.
INFLAMMATION
Chronic inflammation from a dysfunctional gut is linked to most chronic diseases, including autoimmune diseases, metabolic disorders, and even heart disease. Supporting gut health by promoting a balanced microbiome and maintaining a strong gut lining can significantly reduce systemic inflammation.
THE GUT-BRAIN AXIS
Up to 40% of UK adults are struggling with anxiety, depression or a neurological condition. Many of these brain and mood issues are significantly impacted by underlying gut health problems.
CONDITIONS
Research suggests that the gut microbiome is linked to over 200 diseases across a wide range of systems in the body. These conditions span from gastrointestinal disorders to metabolic, neurological, cardiovascular, and autoimmune diseases.
Regulating Inflammation
The Gut-Immune Connection
The gut plays a central role in regulating inflammation because it houses 80% of the immune system. A healthy gut barrier prevents harmful substances like toxins, bacteria, and undigested food particles from entering the bloodstream. When the gut becomes imbalanced (a condition called dysbiosis) or its lining is compromised (leaky gut syndrome), these substances can “leak” into the bloodstream, triggering the immune system to respond with inflammation.
DID YOU KNOW?
Your Gut is Your Second Brain: The gut contains over 100 million neurons, earning it the nickname “the second brain.” These neurons communicate with your brain through the gut-brain axis, influencing mood, memory, and even stress levels.
Your Gut Microbiome is Unique as Your Fingerprint: No two people have the same gut microbiome composition. It’s shaped by your diet, lifestyle, environment, and even how you were born (C-section vs. vaginal delivery).
A PROACTIVE SOLUTION
In functional medicine, we aim to address underlying issues before they become too advanced. Rather than waiting for symptoms to worsen, we focus on preventive and restorative measures, looking to preserve and enhance your body’s resilience early on, while supporting long-term health naturally.
Whether you are experiencing digestive symptoms, signs of gut dysbiosis, or more chronic gut-related conditions, our approach is tailored to your unique needs and stage of health. We meet you where you are, uncovering the root causes of your symptoms to develop a personalised, whole-health strategy. Our goal is to restore balance, support vitality, and optimise your gut health for a stronger, healthier future.
Expert Answers That Help You Finally Feel Better
From The Gut Health Specialists You Can Trust
If you’re dealing with bloating, IBS symptoms, food intolerances, reflux, fatigue, or skin issues, your gut could be at the root. These are often signs that your digestive system is out of balance.
At Dr Jess – The Natural Doctor, we take a functional medicine approach to uncover why you’re feeling this way and create a plan to restore your gut — and your life.
We don’t offer one-size-fits-all solutions. As a private gut health doctor and functional medicine expert, Dr Jess leads a team that listens deeply, tests thoroughly, and treats holistically.
Whether you’re looking for a gut doctor near you or a functional gut clinic in Manchester, our clinic is built around your story — not just your symptoms.
Yes. We use advanced testing to understand what’s really going on inside your gut — including microbiome mapping, stool analysis, SIBO testing, and food intolerance screening.
Once we know what’s driving your symptoms, we design a treatment plan that supports true healing, not just temporary relief.
Absolutely. Your gut is connected to nearly every system in your body — from your brain to your immune system. If your digestion is off, you might also notice anxiety, brain fog, acne, low energy, or hormone imbalances.
We specialise in uncovering these links and guiding you back to health from the inside out.
It starts with understanding your unique gut profile. We help you make sustainable changes to your diet, stress levels, and lifestyle while using targeted supplements where needed.
With expert guidance from our gut health clinic, you’ll learn how to nourish your body naturally — and finally feel in control of your health again.
Start Your Health Journey Today
Personalised Health Consultations – In Cheshire & Online
At our Cheshire-based functional medicine practice clinic, we offer a comprehensive, science-backed approach to health, blending functional, metabolic, and integrative medicine with cutting-edge diagnostics and personalised care. Whether you prefer an in-person consultation or a convenient telehealth appointment, we focus on identifying and addressing the underlying root causes of illness rather than just managing symptoms.
- Are you thriving, or just getting by?
- Do you feel full of energy, free from pain and troublesome symptoms?
- Is your mood, focus, and concentration where you want it to be?
- Do you wake up feeling rested, strong, and resilient?
- Is your immune system robust, and your digestion working optimally?
True health is more than the absence of disease—it’s about feeling your best in every aspect of life. While medications may provide temporary relief, our approach is designed to restore balance to your body’s systems, enhance vitality, and promote long-term wellness. Through advanced testing, lifestyle interventions, and tailored treatments, we support your journey to better health, whether you’re dealing with chronic illness, fatigue, digestive issues, or looking to optimise longevity and well-being.
Book your consultation today and take the first step towards lasting health and vitality.
Redefining Wellness: In-Depth Consultations, A Better Approach, True Health Care
IN-DEPTH CONSULTATIONS
Consultations that take account of your own unique history and last much longer than 10 minutes.
Dr Jess or our experienced team of doctors will use your history and appropriate testing to find and address the root cause of any symptoms or problems.
A BETTER APPROACH
Explore natural alternatives with a natural doctor and her team who use integrative and functional medicine. Dr Jess trained as a doctor, functional medicine doctor and in 7 other integrative health specialties. Dr Jess has also trained an experienced, skilled team of functional and integrative medicine doctors.
TRUE HEALTH CARE
If you believe there is more to health than looking at one symptom. That there may be a connection between all your issues. Find the link to your physical & emotional symptoms, gut health, stress, hormones, genetics, toxins & more…
