Fermented Foods
Fermented foods undergo fermentation, a procedure wherein bacteria or yeast break down the sugars they contain. Live bacteria are present in fermented foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt, and kefir. Therefore, they are excellent sources of probiotics.
These foods are high in lactobacilli, a bacteria good for overall health. According to research, those who consume yogurts seem to have their intestines populated by more lactobacilli. They also have lower levels of Enterobacteriaceae, a group of bacteria linked to chronic diseases and inflammation.
In addition, numerous studies have demonstrated that eating yogurt can enhance gut flora and lessen lactose intolerance symptoms. Yogurt may further improve the microbiome’s functionality and composition.
But many yogurts, particularly flavored ones, are high in sugar. Hence, choose yogurts made of milk and bacterial combinations, frequently referred to as “starter cultures,” or yogurt that is flavored but contains little added sugar.
Moreover, fermented soybean milk may encourage the growth of healthy bacterial strains like Bifidobacteria and lactobacilli while reducing the levels of some other harmful pathogenic bacteria.
