The 7 pillars of good gut health
Good gut health is not one thing, it is seven things working together. Get to know all seven, then find out exactly where to start with you.
Real wellness starts in the gut
Most of us were never taught how to actually look after this part of ourselves. We were told to push through the bloating, mask constipation with a quick laxative and chalk fatigue up to being busy.
We are here to change that. When all seven pillars below are working together, your body has everything it needs to balance, heal and thrive. When even one is weak, the whole system feels it.
Seven pillars, one happy gut
Here is what each pillar does, the signs it might need a little support, and the simple ways we help you look after it.
Daily Regularity
Going every single day keeps waste, toxins and used hormones moving out instead of being reabsorbed. One to three movements a day is the goal.
Supported by ConstaClear, Daily Fibre and coffee enemas
Hydration
Water and minerals are what move everything through. Proper hydration is the foundation the other five pillars stand on.
Supported by Happy Hydrate, pure coconut water powder that replenishes minerals
Optimal Liver Function
Your liver is the master detox organ, filtering everything that passes through. Keeping it working well is central to feeling light and clear.
Supported by Happy Liver Tea and coffee enemas
Healthy Gut Microbiome
Trillions of good bacteria run your digestion, mood and immunity. Feed and balance them and the whole system thrives.
Supported by Gut Food and Daily Fibre
Low Inflammation
A calm, happy gut lining absorbs nutrients and protects the rest of you. Soothing inflammation is where comfort returns.
Supported by Happy Body Tea, Gut Food and coffee enemas
Para Free
Hidden hijackers quietly steal your nutrients and your health. Keeping clear of them is the final piece of the puzzle.
Supported by ParaClear, Gut Scrub and coffee enemas
Regulated Nervous System
Your gut and brain are in constant conversation through the vagus nerve. A calm, regulated nervous system tells your body it is safe to digest, absorb and move things along. Stress tells it the opposite.
Supported by Happy Mind Tea, Happy Gal Tea and coffee enemas
The Good Gut Health Guide
Everything you need to understand and support all seven pillars, in one simple guide you can keep.
- ✓ A plain-English breakdown of all seven pillars
- ✓ The signs your gut is asking for help
- ✓ Simple daily habits to support each pillar
- ✓ Where to start, whatever your gut is doing now
Why we exist
At 13 I was diagnosed with colonic inertia. By 16, doctors told me removing 90% of my bowel was my only option.
For years I lived in constant pain and embarrassment, trying every laxative and medication going. Finding natural, gentle ways to support my gut changed everything, and it is exactly why Happy Bum Co exists.
Everything we make is built to support these seven pillars, so you can feel lighter, brighter and more yourself.
Let's find your starting point
Take the quick quiz for a plan made for you, or download the guide and explore all seven pillars in your own time.
Award-winning Australian gut health, made for the comfort of your own home.