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Prebiotics and Probiotics
Hi, my gut health is usually messed with indigestion and irregular bowel movements. I feel low on energy throughout the day. I read it's good to add pre and probiotics in diet. I am trying that however, is there any supplement that I can add alongwith my diet for improved benefits and better energy.
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Today, many people are facing gut issues and yes pre and probiotics help in improving gut health.
- Prebiotics are fibers that feed good bacteria in your gut. They are found in foods like oats, bananas, onions, garlic, and chickpeas.
- Probiotics are good bacteria in the gut which help to maintain good gut health. They are found in fermented foods such as curd, kefir, idli, and dosa. Pre and probiotics when combined help balance your gut microbiome, improve digestion, improve bowel movement, and boost energy.
- If you are not able to add these foods to your diet, then sometimes supplements can be helpful. Probiotic supplements come with a variety of strains like Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium and are generally safe to use. Prebiotic supplements, such as inulin or fructo oligosaccharides, can also be considered but always after asking your doctor.
- A balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and fermented foods, along with proper hydration and physical activity, will support both your gut health and overall energy levels.
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Good evening,
Gut is your second brain.gut health is very important.
Kindly consult a gastroenterologist, do all the tests required.
Share your reports and contact personally for a customized diet plan.
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Ms. Swarn Shikha Sharma
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Delhi
For indigestion and gut issues better is to check your constitution level ( vata level). Better is to figure out the root cause first and go accordingly
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Ms. Somya Jain
Dietitian/Nutritionist
9 yrs exp
Delhi
There are many supplements
But before suggesting any as dietitian/ nutritionist we need to see your report
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Ms. Ridhima Dhingra
Dietitian/Nutritionist
21 yrs exp
Bangalore
Yes you may but before that I would suggest you get your diet and exercise evaluated since most of the times these problems get fixed with a change in diet and lifestyle habits , supplements are secondary to a health diet , they won’t work alone
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Ms. Neema Yadav
Dietitian/Nutritionist
6 yrs exp
Kolhapur
Yes , you’re right- gut is second brain
Including pre and probiotics in your diet can significantly help gut health, ease digestion and bloating, boost your energy levels.
Add in diet Probiotic rich foods :
Curd , buttermilk, kefir , sauerkraut or kimchi , picked vegetables ( naturally fermented), idli and dosa
Pre -biotic rich foods :
These feed your good gut bacteria
Bananas, garlic and onions, oats ( rolled , steel cuts ), flaxseed, chana , cooked cooled rice and potatoes
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Ms. Trupti Padhi
Dietitian/Nutritionist
16 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Good evening pls connect through app directly.
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