Are Fermented Foods The Secret To Improving Your Gut Health? - with Holly Howe | Ep. 62

Gut Health Reset with Dr. Ann-Marie Barter

Today on the Gut Health Reset Podcast, we are discussing fermentation and fermented foods with Holly Howe! Fermented foods have been consumed for hundreds of years and may hold the secret to a healthy gut. Fermentation is a process in which bacteria or other microorganisms convert carbohydrates into acids or alcohols that are easier for the body to digest and utilize.This naturally increases gut bacteria, which in turn helps to seed and nourish the microbiome. Eaten on a regular basis, these foods can offer better digestion, improved nutrient absorption and stronger immunity. So if you're been wondering how to take your digestion to the next level - fermented foods may be just what you're looking for!In today’s episode, we will answer these questions:- What are fermented foods?- Why should you include fermented foods in your diet?- How can you get started with fermenting your own foods at home?- Who should avoid eating fermented foods?- And more!-Recommended Supplements:Wired But Tired - https://drannmariebarter.com/product/wired-but-tired/ Gut Support Kit - https://drannmariebarter.com/product/the-barter-protocol-gut-support-kit/ -About Holly Howe:Holly is the founder of makesauerkraut.com a popular resource for online fermentation classes, recipes, and articles, with over 90,000 monthly visitors. A former grade school teacher, she helps students learn how to safely transform everyday vegetables into healthy and delicious fermented foods.Website: https://www.makesauerkraut.com/ -Subscribe for more gut health content and share this podcast with a friend! Take a screenshot of this episode and tag Dr. Ann-Marie Barter:http://instagram.com/drannmariebarter-Dr. Ann-Marie Barter is a Functional Medicine and Chiropractic Doctor at Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic. She is the clinic founder of Alternative Family Medicine & Chiropractic that has two offices: one in Longmont and one in Denver. They treat an array of health conditions overlooked or under-treated by conventional medicine, called the "grey zone". https://altfammed.com/https://drannmariebarter.com/As always, this podcast is not designed to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any condition and is for information purposes only. Please consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your current lifestyle.