Probiotic

Probiotics are live bacteria that convey health benefits when eaten. Probiotics can break down prebiotics to form short-chain fatty acids that help reduce gut inflammation, block the growth of cancerous cells, and help the growth of healthy cells.

Probiotics are available in supplements, but it’s preferable to increase your levels of friendly gut bacteria through dietary sources. Yogurt with active cultures is one of the best sources of probiotics; just avoid fruited yogurts high in added sugars. Other probiotic-rich foods include tempeh, miso, and natto; sauerkraut; kefir; kimchi; kombucha; buttermilk; and select cheeses such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Gouda.

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References

• Naidoo, Uma. (2020). This is Your Brain on Food Chapter 2. Depression Probiotics, Omega-3s, and the Mediterranean Eating Pattern (p. 38). New York, NY: Little Brown Spark.

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