How to take care of the “good bacteria” that live in our gut
If you don’t want to worry about what’s on your plate, the easiest thing to do is to adopt the Mediterranean diet.
The balance of our microbiota is essential for our health. However, certain diets and certain foods are more favorable than others for respecting this essential intestinal flora.
While it has never been easier to eat, and we have an abundance of the most varied foods at our fingertips, doctors continue to warn about our bad eating habits. By swallowing too much fat, sugar and ultra-processed foods to the detriment of fiber, we are mistreating our intestinal microbiota. A recent American study, for example, found a link between eating habits and the diversity of the intestinal microbiota. Regular consumption of starchy foods such as potatoes, rice and pasta, ice cream and sugary drinks is correlated with lower diversity, while a greater consumption of fruits, vegetables, fish and raw vegetables leads to greater diversity.
The benefits of the Mediterranean diet
The good news is that it’s never too late to do the right thing. Adopting good eating habits, no matter our age, will always benefit our good bacteria. But what should we give them so that they…
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