8 Probiotic Superfoods Backed by a Nutritionist to Take Care of the Gut Microbiota

Ethan James Green 8 foods (probiotics and prebiotics) to take care of the gut microbiota We know that taking care of the intestinal microbiota is key to maintaining good general health – more than70% of the immune system resides in the intestine- but we often forget that foods also have their own microbiota, and that there are many more ingredients with probiotic benefits than we usually take into account for our dishes. Laura Parada, nutritionist and author of Qué nos mueve a comer así, explains: "To promote a more balanced diet, it is essential to follow a dietary pattern that promotes greater bacterial diversity. A clear example is the Mediterranean diet, rich in fiber and fermented foods, which contributes to the production of beneficial fatty acids and helps maintain low intestinal inflammation". The expert, who insists that the key is more in the variety than in the quantity, tells us about 8 key foods to promote a healthy and diverse microbiota.