Healthy habits for a healthy gut

In a world where wellness trends come and go, one truth remains constant: a healthy gut is foundational to overall well-being.

- DR SHYAM RAMAKRISHNAN

One can develop a healthy gut with ease, for it is not about the fad diets and the gimmicky routines; it's about simplicity in your morning habits. By focusing on key nutrients—protein, probiotics, and fiber—you turn your mornings into the most potent gut-healing ritual.

Your morning rituals help set a good vibe throughout the day. When it comes to gut health, you can't go wrong with the first meal of the day. Fill up on a balanced breakfast that contains protein, probiotics, and fiber to kickstart the digestive process and metabolism but support a healthy gut environment all through the day.

Get going with proteins: A protein-rich breakfast is essential for gut tissue maintenance and repair. Proteins feed good gut bacteria and also hold together the gut lining. Plant-based proteins that can be derived from legumes, nuts, and seeds can provide all of the amino acids necessary to lay a foundation for gut health and fuel it throughout the day.