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

Diet

Probiotics and Protein : How Gut Health Affects Nutrition

Protein is essential for growth and metabolism. With the new emerging trend of protein intake, it is also essential to monitor digestion and absorption.

Introduction

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Protein, being the most important Macro, may take a toll on some people's digestive systems. Some people may find high protein diets difficult to digest.

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This is where Probiotics come to help. 

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Probiotics are live bacteria or yeast good for the digestive system. 

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Probiotics help manage good bacteria in the digestive system and thus aid digestion, too.

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Some examples of probiotics: yoghurt, cheese, kimchi, kefir, sauerkraut etc. In-market supplements for pre and probiotics are also available and can be included for better digestion.

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Combining Probiotics with Protein may help manage the digestive system and might also reduce the after effects of protein consumption, such as bloating, heaviness, burps, etc.

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Protein and Probiotics are good and essential for our overall health. When combined, they are a power-packed combo. So don't miss out on probiotics.

Conclusion

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