Welcome to another Wellness Wednesday! Let’s dive into a trending topic that’s taking the wellness world by storm: Gut Health—and how a plant-based lifestyle can help your microbiome thrive.
Why Gut Health is Trending
Lately, everyone from doctors to wellness influencers are talking about the importance of maintaining a healthy gut. Research continues to show how the bacteria in our gut impact digestion, mood, immunity and even weight management.
The best part? Whole plant foods are the gut’s best friend! Studies reveal that a fiber-rich, plant-based diet promotes a diverse microbiome, which leads to better health outcomes.
Fiber: Your Gut’s BFF
Fiber is the key to feeding the good bacteria in your gut. Here’s where you can find prebiotics (the “food” for good bacteria) in everyday plant-based foods:
- Bananas 🍌
- Onions & Garlic 🧄
- Asparagus & Artichokes 🌱
- Chickpeas & Lentils 🥫
What About Probiotics?
You can also introduce probiotics—the live, beneficial bacteria—into your diet through plant-based sources like:
- Kombucha 🍹
- Kimchi & Sauerkraut 🥬
- Tempeh & Miso 🍜
Tip: Try adding a spoonful of sauerkraut to your lunch bowl or sip on kombucha in place of soda!
Wellness Tip of the Week:
Take a 10-day gut reset! Fill your plate with whole grains, leafy greens, fruits and legumes to nourish your gut bacteria. Cut back on processed foods, refined sugar and oil during these 10 days (or eliminate them completely) and observe how your digestion, mood and energy improve!
Looking to go deeper? I can help you design a personalized plant-based gut health plan that aligns with your wellness goals. Let’s chat about your ideal wellness scene and how to achieve it—simply reply to this email to get started.
Wishing you vibrant gut health and happiness!
I started out several years ago watching Forks Over Knives, decided to “try out” the plant-based meal plan and had shockingly incredible results. I’ve never turned back. I have lost nearly 50 pounds, and that is just one side effect that me, my family, friends and clients have experienced after making the change.
Having been an incredible cook my entire adult life, I started my own personal chef service, NuYu Nourish, to extend my help to others. I interned under a celebrity chef, became a celebrity chef myself and have been expanding my reach and goals ever since! My plan follows strictly and simply those of Dr. Mcdougall, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Esselstyn.
