​Tasty remedies: Foods that are good for gut health

Sep 26, 2024

By: Kapil Yadav

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Enhance your gut health

Certain foods improve gut health by nourishing beneficial bacteria, boosting microbiome diversity, supporting digestion, and reducing inflammation. Here is a list of foods you can consume to enhance your gut health.

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​Curd (Dahi)

Curd is rich in probiotics, which promote healthy gut bacteria, improve digestion, boost immunity, and reduce inflammation.

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​Garlic

Garlic contains prebiotic fibres that help nourish beneficial gut bacteria and promote a balanced gut microbiome.

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​Kombucha

Kombucha is a fermented tea that contains live cultures of bacteria and yeast which promote a healthy digestive system.

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​Chia Seeds

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​Buttermilk (Chaas)

Buttermilk is a traditional Indian drink that contains live cultures that promote a healthy gut microbiome.

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​Miso

Miso is a fermented soybean paste, rich in probiotics that support gut health, balance the microbiome, and enhance digestion naturally.

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​Fermented vegetables

Foods like pickled cucumbers (without vinegar) and fermented carrots are rich in probiotics that support gut health.

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Whole grains

Whole grains provide fibre, feeding good gut bacteria, enhancing digestion, supporting microbiome diversity and improving overall gut health.

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