{"id":7057,"date":"2025-07-09T13:18:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T12:18:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=7057"},"modified":"2025-07-21T17:03:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T16:03:59","slug":"which-foods-help-to-improve-gut-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/which-foods-help-to-improve-gut-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Which foods help to improve gut health?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Inside our gut there\u2019s a thriving community of bacteria that helps to look after our health and wellbeing, and it\u2019s now thought that a healthy gut microbiome plays a part in reducing the risk of a number of health conditions. As the benefits of good gut health become more widely known, many of us are thinking about what we could do to support those helpful gut bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n

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How to improve gut health<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The great news for Slimming World members is that the best way to look after our gut microbiome is to eat a healthy, balanced and varied diet, featuring plenty of fibre-rich and gut-friendly foods. Our healthy eating plan, Food Optimising, has been designed by our expert team of registered nutritionists and dietitians to support members in meeting the government nutrition guidelines \u2013 including getting the recommended daily intake of fibre \u2013 while flexibly supporting your lifestyle. So following Food Optimising supports good gut health and<\/em> helps you reach and maintain your dream weight!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good gut health foods at a glance:<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

wholewheat pasta\u00a0
brown rice\u00a0
potatoes with the skins on\u00a0
wholemeal bread\u00a0
high fibre cereals
artichokes\u00a0
asparagus\u00a0
bananas\u00a0
garlic\u00a0
onions\u00a0
legumes (chickpeas, lentils and beans)\u00a0
live yogurts (such as Yakult and Actimel)\u00a0
sauerkraut\u00a0
kimchi\u00a0
kefir\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This massaman curry<\/a> includes chickpeas and potatoes, and goes brilliantly with a side of brown rice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More tips to help improve your gut health<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Slimming World members will find a full gut health guide on our exclusive member app and website, including a deep-dive into why good gut health is so important and expert advice on how to keep yours in tip-top condition.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also find articles covering other health and wellbeing topics, including IBS, food allergies, cholesterol, high blood pressure, coeliac disease, menopause, diabetes and much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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