Beans are a fantastic source of energy which greatly boost your gut flora

Valerie O’Connor says that beans have a versatility that makes them perfect for many recipes.

Beans are a fantastic source of energy which greatly boost your gut flora

We’ve been hearing a lot about fermented foods in the past year or so, it seems that this ancient way of preserving foods and making them more digestible and nutritious, is becoming the latest food fad.

It’s ironic that something so old can become so new, but sometimes old wisdom is the best and with gut issues like irritable bowel syndrome and food intolerances on the rise, not to mention overuse of antibiotics, these probiotic foods can help populate your gut with good gut flora, improving digestive health and boosting your immune system.

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