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8 Super Healthy Probiotic Food That Improves Digestion

Probiotics are friendly gut bacteria that help in releasing enzymes that promotes digestive health. In order to ensure that these live microorganisms keep you in good health and digestion, it is important to keep them active and healthy. You can do so either by consuming probiotic supplements or by eating food that are probiotic.

Here Is A List Of Some Of The Most Common And Effective Probiotic Foods People Love To Have, In Order To Stay Healthy:

1. Kimchi:

Kimchi is a popular fermented side dish of Korea. Cabbage is mostly used to prepare it, although some other vegetables can also be used. It contains a lactic acid bacterium known as Lactobacillus kimchii and some other types of lactic acid bacteria that help in promoting good bacteria. It is also rich in other essential minerals and vitamins [1].

2. Tempeh:

Tempeh is prepared from fermented soy. It has a nutty flavor and tastes much like mushrooms. Although it is a vegetarian food, the protein rich tempeh is a healthy substitute of meat. Tempeh has some added advantage over soya. It can absorb more minerals than soya and it also produces vitamin B12, which is not present in soybeans [2].

3. Miso:

It is a popular seasoning you would know if you are fond of Japanese food. Soybeans, salt and fungus known as koji are added together and fermented to prepare miso. However, a few other ingredients can also be added. People of Japan love to drink miso soup for breakfast, which is a rich source of essential nutrients like vitamins, proteins, dietary fiber and essential minerals [4].

4. Sauerkraut:

Sauerkraut is a traditional food of several counties, especially Europe. It is prepared by fermenting shredded cabbages. It is usually eaten as a side dish or in garnishing. It is sour and tastes like pickle, and can be preserved for several months. Apart from probiotics, it is also rich in other essential vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber. However, unpasteurized sauerkraut are the most beneficial. Pasteurization destroys the active bacteria [4].

Sauerkraut

5. Kefir:

Kefir is a form of milk drink which is in fermented and probiotic form. A type of grain known as kefir grains are mixed with animal milk to prepare it. This kefir drink contains yeast and healthy bacteria that are good for the gut. It promotes bone health and improves digestion. People who have lactose intolerance usually do not experience any issues after drinking it [5].

Kefir

6. Natto:

Natto, like miso and tempeh, is yet another fermented food made from soybeans. The bacteria known as Bacillus subilis present in it makes it a probiotic food. It is a staple food of Japan and is often served with rice. Known for its strong flavor and smell, it is rich in vitamin K2 as well as proteins that help in promoting bone and heart health [7].

Natto

7. Traditional Buttermilk:

Traditionally, buttermilk is the liquid residue left on preparing butter. It is a dairy drink in fermented form. The traditional buttermilk is full of probiotics and other essential nutrients. However, you will also find cultured buttermilk available in the market and they hardly contain any probiotics [7].

 Traditional Buttermilk

8. Yogurt:

Yogurt contains healthy bacteria and is considered to be a rich source of probiotics. Yogurt is prepared by fermenting milk. The fermentation process takes place with the aid of bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria. Yogurt may work as a healthy substitute of milk, for those who have lactose intolerance. Eating yogurt helps in improving bone health and regulating blood pressure. It also promotes healthy liver function and improves digestion [8].

Yogurt

 

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