The holidays are basically a delicious marathon. Between office parties, family dinners, and “just one more cookie,” your gut is working overtime… and it deserves some support. The good news? A happy gut isn’t about restriction. It’s about giving your digestive system what it needs so you can enjoy every festive bite and feel good doing it.

Here are simple, realistic ways to keep digestion running smoothly during the busiest (and tastiest) season of the year.

 

1. Start Strong With a Solid Breakfast

When the day is packed with food-heavy plans, a protein-rich, fibre-friendly breakfast sets the tone. Think oatmeal, chia pudding, eggs, or a smoothie with some greens. It helps keep blood sugar steady and your gut happy before the festivities even begin.

Try this: Add a scoop of Sproos Grass-Fed Collagen to your morning smoothie for an easy win. It mixes smoothly into anything and provides simple gut support without changing the flavour.

 

2. Eat Slower than You Think You Need To

This is the easiest gut hack and costs exactly $0. When you slow down, you chew more, which means your stomach doesn’t have to work as hard. It also gives your body time to signal fullness so you don’t end up uncomfortably stuffed.

Pro tip: Put your fork down between bites. Yes, it feels dramatic. Yes, it works.

 

3. Mix in Fibre Whenever You Can

Holiday plates can be… beige. Potatoes, bread rolls, turkey, stuffing — all delicious, all low in fibre. Balance it out by adding colour where you can. A simple salad, roasted veggies, or fruit-based dessert goes a long way for your digestion.

Not perfect every meal? Totally fine. A little fibre throughout the day still helps keep things moving.

 

4. Hydrate (Even if It’s Cold Out)

Water helps your digestive system break down food and absorb nutrients. But colder weather plus holiday drinks often means hydration takes a back seat. Try to keep sipping water between festivities, your gut will thank you.

Warm drinks count too. A cozy mug of tea or a functional latte still supports hydration.

 

5. Support Your Gut Lining with Collagen

Collagen isn’t just for hair and skin. It also plays a key role in supporting the gut lining. When your digestion is taking on heavier, richer foods, giving your gut a little extra collagen is like giving it backup.

Sproos Grass-Fed Collagen is a simple way to add daily support. It blends smoothly into coffee, tea, smoothies, oatmeal or soups, making it easy to stay consistent even during a busy season.

 

6. Keep Your Body Moving

No need for a full workout. A gentle walk after meals can help reduce bloating, ease discomfort, and support overall digestion. Plus, it’s a great excuse to get fresh air between rounds of festive snacking.

 

A Simple Way to Feel Better This Season

Holiday eating isn’t supposed to be perfect. Some days you’ll nail balance. Other days you’ll eat three kinds of pie.  With a few gut-friendly habits and some smart support like collagen, hydration, fibre and a slower pace, you can savor every festive bite and still feel good afterward. Your gut works hard during this season. Giving it a little love goes a long way.