If you are a health freak, then you would probably be interested in fermented foods. Why are fermented foods considered to be packed with health? Yes, you guessed it right, because they are packed with probiotics.
Probiotics are good living bacteria that support the functioning of the gut and our digestive tract. Most of our Indian foods like idli, dosa, pickles, curd, paneer, lassi, buttermilk, and bread, made of fermented dough are all packed with the goodness of probiotics.
Benefits of Eating Fermented Foods:
- Fermented foods improve the number of good bacteria in the gut and keep the gut healthy.
- Fermented  foods are partially broken down by good bacteria and hence are easily digestible.
- Rich in enzyme activity, fermented foods improve the nutritional content of the food and helps in better absorption of nutrients.
- As they aid in proper digestion, absorption, and assimilation of nutrients, Â Â fermented foods help in strengthening the immune system.
- Being probiotic and rich in nutrients, consuming fermented foods regularly   reduces the risk of health conditions like obesity, diabetes, heart diseases, etc.
- Consumption of fermented foods leads to better mood and brain activity and reduces  anxiety, stress, and depression.
- The fermentation process improves the shelf life of food and enhances its flavor and nutritional content.
Fermented foods alone are not the panacea for good health. These foods accompanied by a nutrient-rich diet, good sleep, and exercise keeps your gut healthy, nurtures a strong immune system, and helps you stay healthy.
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