A healthy gut is fundamental for general well-being and not only a fad. Plant-based enthusiast and wellness coach Zara Harris offers her easy and sensible advice on how to nourish your stomach with plant-based foods.
Give foods high in fiber top priority.
Zara stresses the need of fiber for the condition of the gut. “See fiber as your gut’s broom—it sweeps out the bad stuff,” she says. Her regular favorites are foods including beans, lentils, oats, and leafy greens.
2. Add fermented foods in your diet.
“Your gut needs good bacteria,” notes Zara. Her covert weapons include fermented foods including kimchi, sauerkraut, and plant-based yogurts. Essential for digestion and mood, a balanced microbiota is maintained in part by them.
3. Eat Prebiotic Foods
Zara advises meals high in prebiotics like garlic, onions, and bananas to nourish the healthy bacteria in your gut. She laughs, “It’s like throwing a party for your gut bacteria.”
4. Hydration is absolutely vital.
Zara also underlines the need of keeping hydrated. “Although it’s sometimes disregarded, water is crucial for gut motility and digestion,” she explains. For further stomach-soothing effects, she advises herbal teas including ginger or peppermint.
5. Play about with whole grains.
Among her favorites are farro, barley, and quinoa. “They’re not only good for your gut; they’re flexible and fantastic in any dish,” she says.
Her All-Time Favorite Recipe: Smoothie Made from Gut Sheals
Starting her morning with a smoothie as good as it is gut-friendly makes Zara happy. Her recipe calls for spinach, frozen mango, a tablespoon of chia seeds, a dollop of plant-based yogurt, and some almond milk. “It’s quick, satisfying, and every time my gut thanks me!!”
