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This is whyyour diet is so important in maintaining gut health.
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Your gut isn’t just comprised of your digestive system, although that’s a major part of it.
However, when they’re consumed in excess, they can negatively alter the balance of your gut.
Continue reading to learn about some of the popular foods that may be wrecking your gut health.
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And for more healthy eating tips, confirm to check out9 Best Supplements for Reducing Inflammation.
But unfortunately, fast food is one of the worst foods for your gut health and microbiome.
But what you may not know is that this increased risk may be associated with your gut health.
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It also increased levels of two bacterial species,AlistipesandBacteroides, which have been related to imbalanced glucose metabolism.
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The effects of sugar don’t just stop at baked goods.
A previous version of this story was published on December 16, 2021.
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It has been updated to include additional copy and proofreading revisions, additional research, and updated contextual links.
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