"Foods like yogurt, kefir, apples, and leafy greens, along with supplements such as probiotics, prebiotics, omega-3, and vitamin D, support gut health and ease digestion."
FOODS BENEFICIAL FOR GUT HEALTH
| Food |
Health effect |
Recommended consumption (daily) |
| Yogurt |
Probiotic, supports digestion |
1 bowl |
| Kefir |
Strengthens the immune system, gut-friendly |
1 glass |
| Sauerkraut |
Fermented, contains beneficial bacteria |
2-3 servings per week |
| Kimchi |
Balances gut flora |
2-3 servings per week |
| Apple |
Contains fiber, facilitates digestion |
1 piece |
| Oat |
Cleans the intestines, prebiotic |
1 small bowl |
| Banana |
Relieves the digestive system |
1 piece |
| Chia seed |
Sources of fiber, stimulates the intestines |
1 tablespoon |
| Olive oil |
Prevents inflammation, supports digestion |
1 tablespoon |
| Green leafy vegetable |
Increases bowel movements |
1-2 servings |
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS BENEFICIAL FOR GUT HEALTH
| Dietary supplement |
Health effect |
Recommended consumption (daily) |
| Probiotic |
Balances gut flora, improves digestion |
1-10 billion CFU |
| Prebiotic |
Nourishes beneficial bacteria, supports gut health |
3-5 g |
| Glutamine |
Protects the gut lining, reduces inflammation |
5-10 g |
| Omega-3 |
Prevents inflammation, regulates bowel movements |
1000-3000 mg |
| Fiber supplement |
Supports the digestive system, prevents constipation |
25-30 g |
| Digestive enzymes |
Facilitates the breakdown of foods |
1-2 capsules |
| Zinc |
Protects the intestines, supports immunity |
10-30 mg |
| Vitamin D |
Improves gut permeability |
1000-4000 IU |
| B vitamin complex |
Boosts energy production, supports the gut |
50-100 mg |
| Magnesium |
Relaxes muscles, facilitates digestion |
200-400 mg |