Article: Gut to get good bugs from babyfood; New ways of introducing friendly bacteria will help beat a wide range of diseases.(Features)

Byline: RACHEL MURPHY

EATING a balanced diet has taken on a whole new meaning ... what you need to keep your stomach healthy is the right balance of bugs.

Looking after the bacteria in your digestive system is the latest route to lasting health.

Cindy Crawford and Winona Rider have been advocates of "gut-friendly" foods for years - and now the rest of us are catching on.

Scientists agree that a healthy digestive system boosts your overall sense of well-being and improves general health.

There are around 500 species of bacteria in the human gut. Some are ...

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