If you haven't become BFF's with your gut flora yet, what are you waiting for? In case you haven't heard the hype, we can thank the microbiota — or "gut bugs" — that live in our intestines for everything from boosting nutrient absorption, immunity, and even happiness to regulating metabolism and protecting us against heart disease, autoimmune diseases, and certain cancers.
One surefire way to cultivate healthy gut flora is to go for fermented foods at least once a day. Tasty options include sauerkraut, kimchi, miso, kombucha, tempeh, yogurt, kefir, and soy sauce. If you haven't tried cooking with tempeh yet, start with this fool-proof Mexican tempeh quinoa salad. And you'll for sure want to make this oh-so warming miso soup a Winter staple.
