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Gut Health Breakfast Ideas 10 Nourishing Breakfasts for Gut Health These are not trendy detoxes. These are humble, healing bowls and plates that balance your microbiome gently over time. Why Gut Health Matters Gut health affects everything — immunity, skin, mood, digestion, even hormones. The microbiome must be nurtured daily with fiber, probiotics, prebiotics, and anti-inflammatory foods. 1. Sprouted Moong Salad with Lemon and Rock Salt Sprouting activates enzymes that help digestion. Moong beans bring fiber, chlorophyll, and protein. Lemon boosts iron absorption, while rock salt supports hydration balance. 2. Tofu Scramble with Spinach and Turmeric Tofu is gut-friendly and low FODMAP. Spinach brings magnesium and fiber. Turmeric's curcumin reduces gut inflammation and supports mucosal healing. 3. Banana and Peanut Butter on Whole Grain Bread Bananas offer inulin prebiotics. Peanut butter delivers healthy...
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Ultimate Guide to Prebiotics & Probiotics

Ultimate Guide to Prebiotics & Probiotics Probiotic Strain Source Chart Strain Function Food Source Supplement Examples Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG Gut barrier & IBS Yogurt, buttermilk Culturelle, Garden of Life Bifidobacterium infantis IBS, IBD, colic Breast milk, fermented whey Align, Visbiome Lactobacillus plantarum SIBO, bloating Sauerkraut, kimchi Thorne, Biogaia Saccharomyces boulardii Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, C. diff Supplement only Florastor, Jarrow Bacillus coagulans Heat-stable, motility Fermented cereals Digestive Advantage Gut-Brain Axis & Neurotransmitters Gut microbiome communicates with 🧠 through vagus nerve, immune pathways, microbial metabolites (SCFAs). Neurotransmitter Gut Role Probiotic Influence Serotonin ~90% produced in the gut Lactobacillus plantarum, Bifidobacterium infantis GABA Inhibitory NT, reduc...
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Manage gut issues / IBS

Remedies, Diet Tips, Daily Practices Night Remedies & Morning Cleanses Salt water + lemon juice + apple cider vinegar at night to flush colon Warm lemon water in the morning for smoother bowel movement RDA fiber: 22–34g/day for adults High-Fiber Breakfast Options Strawberries, apples, bananas aid in morning elimination Avocados: Add 9g fiber per serving, great for gut diversity Beetroot: Rich in fiber, betaine, promotes bile & acid production Chia seeds: 27g/100g fiber, absorb water 15x their weight Gut-Healing Foods & Spices Bananas (esp. green): resistant starch, prebiotic, regulate bowel Fennel seeds: Anethole, limonene, reduce gas & bloating Ginger tea: Polyphenols, flavonoids, reduce cramps & indigestion Garlic: Prebiotic, boosts Bifidobacteria Ghee: Soothes IBS, nourishes intes...
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Gut Disorders

Evidence-Based Medical Nutrition Protocols IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome Low FODMAP Protocol : Eliminate fermentable carbohydrates, then reintroduce systematically. Include soluble fiber, peppermint oil, stress management. Chronic Constipation High fiber (oats, flax, greens), warm fluids, prunes, chia, triphala. Regular toilet routine, abdominal massage. Diarrhea BRAT diet, hydration, probiotics, cooked vegetables post-stabilization. Foods included in the BRAT diet: Bananas: Provide potassium and help replenish electrolytes lost during diarrhea. Rice: White rice is easily digested and can help bind stools. Applesauce: Provides some fiber and can be soothing to the stomach. Toast: Plain white toast is bland and easy to digest. Leaky Gut Syndrome 4R Protocol: Remove, Replace, Reinoculate, Repair. Support with zinc, ...
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Gut Healing

Gut Healing Protocols: Nutrition + Ayurveda Ayurvedic Herbs for Gut Healing (Charaka / Sushruta References) Triphala: Gentle detoxifier, supports regular elimination, rich in antioxidants. Haritaki: Vata balancing, supports bowel movement, removes ama (toxins). Amalaki (Amla): Cools Pitta, rejuvenates gut lining, vitamin C source. Licorice (Yashtimadhu): Soothes ulcers, acid reflux, and leaky gut symptoms. Kutaja: Effective for diarrhea, IBS-D, and dysentery (used in Kutajarishta). Bilva (Bael fruit): Used in IBS, chronic colitis, and gut strengthening. Mustaka: Anti-diarrheal and anti-inflammatory. Panchakarma Therapies for Gut Healing Vamana: Therapeutic emesis for Kapha-related disorders like congestion, indigestion, and bloating. Virechana: Pitta-cleansing purgation for liver detox, acid reflux, skin issues. Basti: Medi...
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Gut Health Reset

Complete guide to healing gut, emotions, mood & mind using Ayurvedic wisdom. Why Gut Health Matters 90–95% of chronic diseases start in gut. Gut is the "2nd 🧠" – controls mood, memory, clarity. Leaky gut leads to systemic inflammation. Root of diseases like diabetes, thyroid, IBS, eczema, anxiety, etc. 5-Step Gut Reset Awareness & Diagnosis – Dosha quiz, symptom tracking, gut-brain education. Reset Protocol – Khichdi mono-diet, detox rituals, circadian alignment. Personalized Nutrition – Food pyramid, viruddha ahar (incompatible foods), dosha balancing. Lifestyle Practices – Daily routine, vagus nerve stimulation, yoga & pranayama. Emotional Healing – Journaling, gratitude, root chakra cleansing, ikigai. Sample Meal Plans by Dosha Vata Balancing Day Morning: Warm water + ghee, Khichdi, g...
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