03/13/2024
7 foods known to improve gut health:
1. Jerusalem artichokes:
High in inulin, a non-digestible prebiotic that helps certain beneficial bacteria to grow. Ease into adding these to your diet, as they may cause discomfort to people with sensitive digestive tracts.
2. Bananas:
Restores the health of the bacterial community and may reduce inflammation. This is one reason bananas are a standard prescription for an upset stomach.
3. Polenta:
This high-fiber corn, the base of polenta, earns credit for fostering a healthy gut. Polenta’s insoluble fiber travels directly to the colon, where it ferments into multiple strands of gut flora.
4. Broccoli and other cruciferous veggies:
Reduce inflammation and reduce the risk of bladder, breast, colon, liver, lung, and stomach cancer.
5. Blueberries:
Studies continue to show blueberries may help strengthen our memory, improve our immune system, and diversify our gut bacteria.
6. Beans:
Feed good gut bugs, which in turn revs up your immune system.
7. Fermented plant-based foods (tempeh and miso):
Fermented foods directly inoculate your gut with healthy live micro-organisms that will crowd out the unhealthy bacteria, improve the absorption of minerals, and improve overall health.
