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Elevate Your Health

Smart Food Choices for Good Gut Health

September 07, 2022

Smart Food Choices for Good Gut Health
Let's take a look at some Smart Food Choices for Good Gut Health.

Gut health and healthy bacteria are crucial for:
  • Keeping the immune system strong
  • Getting clear skin
  • Absorbing nutrients from  food
  • Destoxing the body
  • Good mental health
  • And so much more
Your gut bacteria - aka your microbiome - is directly connected to your overall health.

What exactly should you be eating on a daily basis?

Start incorporating these delicious gut superfoods into your meals on a regular basis:
  1. Asparagus - this veggie is a great source of a probiotic called inulin. In addition, it has great anti-inflammatory antioxidants and is packed with vitamin B. Try roasting asparagus with avocado oil, sea salt and garlic for tons of flavor!
     
  2. Apples - a fiber-rich fruit that contains pectin, which is a soluble fiber that skips the small intestine and gets broken down by the good bacteria in your colon. Eat the skin for all of the nutrients!
     
  3. Barley - another fiber-rich food keeping your gut in balance! Prepare it with a little olive oil, vegetable broth, salt and pepper. Barley can also be used as a great base for salads and side dishes - toss with spinach, peas and strawberries for a cold salad, or mix with sauteed broccoli for a hot dish.
     
  4. Yogurt - a beneficial probiotic. Look for yogurt that contains two strains of good bacteria: Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. Try plain Greek yogurt with strawberries for natural sweetness, slivered almonds for a heart-healthy crunch.
     
  5. Beets - another excellent source of fiber. Try fermented (aka pickled) beets to a meal. Fermented adds the probiotic benefits as well as the fiber. Beets can also be roasted and added to a salad or blended into a smoothie.
     
  6. Raspberries - contain 8g of fiber and help healthy bacteria flourish in the gut. This helps increase immunity and improve absorption of nutrients from food. Enjoy them fresh or frozen all year round! For an easy breakfast, mix raspberries and granola into Greek yogurt for a quick and delicious parfait.
     
  7. Black Beans - packed with both soluble and insoluble fiber, they are a very versatile item that can be used in a variety of dishes. Add them to soups, sauces, use them to replace meat, or add them to a salad.
Help keep your gut thriving and in balance - your microbiome will thank you!
If you have goals to improve your health, including achieving a healthy weight, we have the resources and a positive atmosphere to support your healing and happiness - give us call 716-631-3555x4256 or reach out to us online:
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