TEN NATURAL PROBIOTICS
Probiotics undergo a process called fermentation which improves your gut health enormously
Though probiotic supplements are available, it is best to add them to your diet naturally
Here is a list of ten probiotic foods that are healthy, yummy, and popular
1. YOGURT
Popular across the world, yogurt is one of the most favoured probiotic. Made from fermenting milk, it is rich in calcium; so good for gut health and bone health
Likely to have originated in China, the fermented & sweetened black or green tea is becoming a favourite health drink across the globe. It helps manage blood sugar & blood cholesterol and also reduces triglycerides
2. KOMBUCHA
Having its origins in Circassia, its a fermented milk drink made with milk and kefir grains. Benefits include improving lactose digestion, reducing inflammation, and improving bone health
3. KEFIR
Sauerkraut is Sour cabbage in German, but it originated from China. A good form of dietary fibre, the probiotic is rich in antioxidants, vitamins C and K, and minerals calcium, potassium, and phosphorus
4. Sauerkraut
This traditional soy product of Indonesia is made by fermenting whole soybeans. A popular staple for protein, tempeh is rich in protein, dietary fibre, and vitamins and is free of cholesterol
5. Tempeh
Having its origins in Korea, Kimchi is a regular staple of Korean food. A fermented vegetable product, it improves intestinal health, lowers blood cholesterol, and increases insulin sensitivity
6. KIMCHI
This traditional food of Japan made from fermented soybeans is a regular for breakfast. The fermentation breaks down the proteins making it easy to digest. Benefits include lowering blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels, thus reducing the risk of heart diseases, and preventing bone loss
7. NATTO
Having its origins in China, Miso became part of Japanese cuisine. Another fermented soybean product, Miso, is rich in folic acid, essential minerals, and vitamins B, E, and K. As a probiotic, it is good for gut health
8. MISO
Made from cow, goat, or sheep's milk, the origins of soft cheese can be traced to several countries across the globe. Being probiotic, all soft cheeses are good for gut health. Specifically, Mozzarella is low in sodium, and goat cheese proteins are more digestible than in other types of cheese
9. SOFT CHEESE
Sauerkraut is Sour cabbage in German, but it originated from China. A good form of dietary fibre, the probiotic is rich in antioxidants, vitamins C and K, and minerals calcium, potassium, and phosphorus
10. PICKLES
Include these natural probiotics in your diet, and enjoy various health benefits, gut health the most important of them all!
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