Our diet is a crucial factor in regulating the type of bacteria that colonise our gut. So it is important to eat the right kind of foods to ensure that there is more ‘good’ bacteria. Research has shown that a high-fibre diet which is low in saturated fat and sugar is associated with a healthier gut microbiome. So to keep your gut in tip-top condition here are a list of food to eat and to avoid…
Foods to eat
- Lots of different types fruit and vegetables (try a different fruit or veg each day of the week!)
- Whole grain sources (i.e., Brown rice, couscous, muesli, oats, Weet-bix).
- Fermented foods (e.g., kimchi, sauerkraut and yoghurt)
Foods to avoid
- Foods high in saturated fat
- High-meat diet
- High processed foods
- Foods high in sugar
- Alcohol
For more information check this out: https://theconversation.com/fat-or-thin-can-the-bacteria-in-our-gut-affect-our-eating-habits-and-weight-65103