Have you ever heard of the ancient tradition of fermentation?
It’s a process that has been used for centuries to preserve food and make it more flavorful.
But did you know that this same process can also be used to supercharge your gut health?
By incorporating fermented foods into your diet, you can unlock the power of diverse microbes, which can help improve digestion, reduce bloating and gas, boost immunity, and even enhance cognitive function.
Read on to learn more about how fermentation and diverse microbes can help boost your biohacking efforts!
The Benefits of Fermented Foods
Fermentation uses bacteria or yeast to break down foods such as vegetables, grains, fruits, and dairy products.
This process creates beneficial enzymes, vitamins, and probiotics essential for optimal digestive health.
The probiotics found in fermented foods provide our bodies with “good” bacteria, which helps keep our gut flora balanced.
A healthy balance of bacteria can help reduce inflammation in the body while reducing symptoms of bloating and gas.
Fermented foods are also high in insoluble fiber, which helps promote regular bowel movements and prevent constipation.
Additionally, research suggests that fermented foods may even help regulate moods by improving serotonin levels in the brain!
How To Incorporate Fermented Foods into Your Diet
Incorporating fermented foods into your diet is easy – just look for items like yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, or kefir at your local grocery store.
You can also try making these items at home using simple recipes from websites like CulturesforHealth.
If you prefer to buy pre-made options, just make sure to check labels for added sugars or other fillers, as these could diminish some of the health benefits associated with fermentation.
Additionally, try adding flavorsome leak, onion, cruciferous vegetables such as kale or broccoli, spinach, and artichokes to your diet for an extra nutritional boost!
Feed Your DNA
Everyone needs a healthy microbiome for good health.
In fact, our guts are where 70%-80% of our immune cells are located!
But people with FUT2 genetic variants should pay extra attention to their digestive health, and fermented foods are one of the best tools for happy bellies.
Don’t know if you have one or more FUT2 variants?
Test today to find out.
Your SNiP DNA reports provide detailed insights into your digestive vulnerabilities and include a personalized plan for diet, exercise, and more.
Another tool is CODE Complex, your DNA-personalized supplement from SNiP.
CODE Complex includes the proper nutrition for your unique genetic blueprint as well as prebiotics and digestive enzymes so you can best absorb and utilize nutrition from any source.
In a Nutshell
Adding fermented foods into your diet is an easy way to start biohacking – whether you buy pre-made versions from a store or try making them yourself at home.
Not only will they help improve digestion, but they can be packed with insoluble fiber, which will leave you feeling fuller longer while boosting overall energy levels throughout the day.
So why not give it a go?
Start experimenting today with different types of fermented foods and unlock their power to supercharge your gut health.