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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics

Diet

7 Fermented Foods Beyond Idli Dosa That Support Gut Health

Fermented foods have probiotics that help balance our gut bacteria, improve our digestion, and boost our immunity.

Introduction

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Curd is a consumed in every Indian household. It is rich in Lactobacillus, which is a probiotic and helps balance gut flora and improve digestion.

Curd/Yogurt

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Buttermilk is a cooling drink that soothes the stomach and reduces acidity.

Buttermilk

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Dhokla is a steamed fermented snack. It contains rice and chickpea flour and has gut-friendly properties and protein

Dhokla

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It is a traditional North Indian fermented drink and can be made from beetroot or black carrots, mustard seeds, and water and is a powerful probiotic.

Kanji

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Pickles provide antioxidants and good bacteria that support your digestive system.

Kanji

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It is made by soaking and fermenting rice overnight, offering a cool, hydrating, and probiotic-rich breakfast.

Fermented Rice

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It is a fermented and made from soybean. It has both protein and probiotics to improve gut health. 

Tempeh

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Try Incorporating these foods in your daily diet to improve your gut health. 

Conclusion

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