Boost digestion with these gut-friendly foods

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Eating the right food for gut health is crucial because it supports a balanced microbiome, aids digestion, boosts immunity, and enhances overall well-being. Here are a few gut-friendly, simple dishes.

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Kerala-style rasam

This tangy, spicy curry or soup, made with tomatoes, tamarind and black pepper, can boost your gut health even when you are unwell.

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Kanji or rice porridge

Easy on the stomach, delicious on the tongue, and filling for the soul, kanji made of fermented rice is a gut health superstar!

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Traditional pickles

Keep away store-bought pickles. Naturally fermented mango, lemon pickles are excellent for your gut if consumed in moderation.

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Inji puli

Yet another spicy condiment from Kerala, made of tamarind and ginger, also contains mild prebiotic jaggery, which supports a healthy microbiome in the body.

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Curd

A natural probiotic that promotes healthy gut bacteria; enjoy it plain or as part of dishes like raita or chaas.

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