Written By: Editorial Team | Published : May 24, 2019, 12:14 PM
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Maintaining a healthy body has become more crucial in today's fast-paced world. Good food is the cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle and is vital in promoting overall well-being. Our food provides essential nutrients, energy, and nourishment to our bodies. This article Dr Pragati Godara, Lifestyle Coach, GOQii, will explore the significance of good food in maintaining a healthy body and well-being.
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Avoid artificial sweeteners: Artificial sweeteners are widely used alternate for sugar. In a study published in the journal Nature, it was found that artificial sweeteners lead to changes in the microbiota and surged the blood sugar levels of the participants.
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Opt for fermented foods: The process of preparing a fermented food include the involvement of bacteria or yeast that converts the sugar in foods to organic acids or alcohol. These foods are known to be rich in lactobacilli, a type of bacteria that can work wonders for our gut health. The common fermented food that you can include in your dietary is yogurt.
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Eat high-fibre foods: High-fibre foods are difficult to digest, but certain bacteria in your gut can easily break down these foods that stimulates their growth. The prominent source of high-fibre food is whole grain.
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Drink green tea: Green tea is rich in polyphenol content which is a plant compound that curbs your blood pressure, inflammation and cholesterol levels.
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Following plant-based diet: Plant-based diet are good for your overall well-being, you can also improve your gut health by regularly eating plant-based foods. In a study published in the journal Environmental Microbiology Reports, it was found that a vegetarian diet helped in reducing disease-causing bacteria in those who were overweight.
