(& Functional Foods for Constipation)
Following our recent Digestive Zen Yoga & Nutrition Workshop, I thought I'd share some functional foods that can support gut health, including prebiotic and probiotic foods.
Prebiotic Foods
Prebiotics feed beneficial bacteria in your gut, promoting a healthy microbiome. Include these in your diet:
Onions, Garlic, Leeks: Contain inulin, supporting gut health.
Jerusalem Artichokes: Rich in inulin, a prebiotic fiber.
Asparagus: Supports beneficial gut bacteria.
Bananas: A good source of prebiotic fibre.
Probiotic Foods
Probiotics introduce beneficial bacteria into your gut. Try these:
Yogurt: Contains live cultures like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium.
Sauerkraut: Fermented cabbage rich in probiotics.
Kimchi: A Korean fermented vegetable dish packed with probiotics.
Kefir: A fermented milk drink with a variety of probiotic bacteria. However, you can also get vegan kefirs and at our recent Digestive Zen Workshop, the lovely Mount Olympus Foods shared their goats milk and vegan kefirs with us, which everyone loved trying. And for some people, who are sensitive to cows milk, they might find that goats milk might be more suited to them as it contains slightly less lactose, might be easier to digest and it contains a different nutrient profile.
I've attached a cheat sheet that you can download as a reminder of which foods feed the beneficial bacteria and which foods could replenish the beneficial bacteria.
And if you need further support, let's explore your digestion further. Book in a session now.
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