Not Just Eating, Here's How To Maintain Special Health With The Right Nutrition

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JAKARTA - The growth of good bacteria in the intestines is one of the important keys in maintaining overall body health. A balanced composition of gut microbiomes can help digestion, increase immunity, and protect the body from inflammation.

To achieve this, a diet rich in nutrients is needed so that probiotic bacteria can develop optimally. Quoting Eating Well, Gastroenterologist and Terapautic Endoscopy Expert from New York, United States, Rabia de Latour, MD, shares simple guidelines on the best nutritional choice to support gut health.

According to him, breakfast shouldn't be too heavy. Starting the day with a glass of water after waking up is a good step to hydrate the body. Whole eggs can also be a source of saturating protein without burdening digestion.

In addition, a cup of coffee, both caffeine and caffeine, is considered gut-friendly and can help maintain the health of the digestive system. Smoothies rich in fiber, for example from blueberries or bananas, are also the right choice for a healthy breakfast.

For lunch, de Latour recommends increasing consumption of plant-based foods, such as fresh salads rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Meanwhile, the dinner menu should combine protein with fiber, such as lentils or nuts that support intestinal work.

After dinner, yogurt and vegetable stirs can be a choice of healthy snacks. Both are rich in probiotics that can add to the diversity of good bacteria in the intestines. No less important, meeting the fluid needs with water at dinner also helps the body stay hydrated until before bedtime.

Overall, a diet that emphasizes fiber, protein, and probiotics in sufficient quantities is considered more important than just the variety of menus. Through this simple strategy, gut health can be more maintained and has a positive impact on body health in general.