Dr Debojyoti Dhar shares three food categories to improve gut microbiome
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Updated · Hindustan Times · May 1
Dr Debojyoti Dhar shares three food categories to improve gut microbiome
4 articles · Updated · Hindustan Times · May 1
The molecular biologist and BugSpeaks cofounder recommends fibre-rich vegetables, fermented foods and prebiotic-rich foods to support beneficial gut bacteria.
He highlights leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables, saying they boost short-chain fatty acids, strengthen the colonic barrier and reduce inflammation.
Dhar says fermented foods aid digestion and recovery after illness, while prebiotics such as garlic, oats, chickpeas and lentils help beneficial microbes outcompete harmful bacteria.
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