Coffee lovers are going to want to read this.
In this article, health experts reveal things that could be more gut-supportive than you previously thought.
For example, avoiding foods that seem too high in carbohydrates or sugar is a common healthy-eating strategy.
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Additionally, another pop in of fiber calledprebiotic fibernurtures gut health as well.
Foods high in prebiotics include chicory root, Jerusalem artichoke, onions and asparagus, says Vaske.
Contrary to what you may have heard, you dont have to restrict carbs to achieve your health goals.
Restrictive diets do more harm than good, says Supriya Rao, M.D., managing partner atIntegrated Gastroenterology Consultants.
Depending on the produce, putting down the peeler and keeping the outer layers can be a good thing.
Plus, vegetable skins serve up prebiotic fiber, nourishing your gut bacteria.
About 33% of Americans get less than seven hours of sleep, says Rao.
So, is it better to forgo a bit of sleep to exercise or get something else done?
That said, eating a variety-filled diet may help strengthen your gut for ultimate wellness.
Despite that, theres no reason to banish them completely.
Instead, focus on small changes in your everyday routine that you could sustain for the long haul.
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