Menopause coach Claire Hattrick, 59, from Hampshire, says a £16 supplement helped relieve the digestive discomfort that left her unable to fasten her jeans. The DRV+ Gut Works product is currently available at an introductory subscription price of £16.27 for new customers using the code DRVPLUS50.
Digestive Struggles and a New Solution
Claire, who now works as The Executive Menopause Coach, spent years dealing with menopause symptoms including joint pain, severe sleep disruption and digestive problems. She recalled feeling as though her tummy button was going to explode and joked that she could 'fart from the top of the stairs to the bottom'. The bloating and trapped wind made her reach for elasticated clothing instead of her usual jeans.
After introducing Gut Works into her daily routine, Claire says she noticed a difference within a few weeks. "I noticed it straight away, literally within two or three weeks," she said. "I thought, I can go out and not have to worry about a cup of tea with milk going straight through me."
What is Gut Works?
DRV+'s Gut Works is a vegan supplement designed to support gut health. It combines six strains of live bacteria with two types of fibre: prebiotic inulin, derived from chicory root, and psyllium husk. Each capsule contains 50 billion live bacteria (colony-forming units, or CFU, at the time of manufacture).
The formula includes strains such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus LGG, Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12 and Lactobacillus plantarum PPLP-217. It also contains 100mg of inulin and 50mg of psyllium husk. The supplement is designed to be taken once a day, away from hot food and drinks, as heat can affect the live bacterial cultures.
Gut Works is free from added sugar, gluten, wheat, soya, lactose and dairy, as well as artificial flavours, colours and preservatives. It received a Star Buy award from BBC Good Food in 2025.
Pricing and Alternatives
Gut Works usually costs £32.99 for a month's supply. The 15% subscription saving reduces the price to £28.04, but the introductory offer brings it down further to £16.27, working out at around 55p a day compared with the usual subscription cost of around 93p a day.
New customers can use the code DRVPLUS50 on the DRV+ website for their first subscription order. The offer is available on the one-pouch subscription with options including one pouch every 30 days at £16.27, two pouches every 60 days at £54.10, and three pouches every 90 days at £79.18. After the first three payments, the subscription returns to its standard price with the usual 15% saving applied. The discount code cannot be applied to one-time purchases, and the offer is limited to new customers purchasing through the DRV+ website.
For shoppers looking for other options, Holland & Barrett sells Friendly Bacteria 50 Billion 30 Capsules for £29.99, containing 50 billion live friendly bacteria per capsule and suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Another option is the Jerms Daily Gut, Gut Microbiome and Metabolic Support powder, available from Boots for £32.99 for a one-month supply.
Shopper Reviews and Important Notes
Some customers have praised Gut Works for helping them manage digestive discomfort. One shopper aged 45 to 54 said they had been taking the supplement for a year and found it made a noticeable difference. Another reviewer in the same age group said they noticed a change after about two weeks. A third shopper described the supplements as "Nothing short of a miracle", adding: "this has really changed my life. After 20 years of discomfort and numerous visits to specialists, these little supplements have worked their magic. It took four short weeks to make a difference."
However, not everyone was completely convinced, with one reviewer praising the results but questioning whether the cost was sustainable. They said: "It has had a positive effect on bloating and general digestion. One capsule daily is so easy, but it's on the pricey side, so may not be sustainable."
While Claire says Gut Works has helped her feel more comfortable, results from supplements can vary from person to person. Gut Works is a food supplement, not a medicine or a replacement for medical treatment. Anyone experiencing persistent or worsening bloating, abdominal pain or changes in bowel habits should speak to a healthcare professional.
