Probiotics and prebiotics—do you know the difference?
That said, two of the most frequently mentioned terms in the expert’s list (and in any conversation about a microbiota-friendly diet) are probiotics and prebiotics. Probiotics are foods containing live microorganisms: live bacteria and yeasts, that, when consumed in adequate amounts, benefit gut health by “replenishing the microbiota.” As we’ve seen, they’re found in fermented foods such as plain or Greek yoghurt, kefir or fermented milk, as well as in fermented vegetables like sauerkraut, kimchi, pickles and in some cheeses.
Then there are prebiotics; food for the microorganisms already present in the gut, which do not contain live bacteria, but do promote their growth and activity and are found in legumes, fruits, vegetables, whole grains and nuts. “We should consume prebiotic and probiotic superfoods daily as a continuous, compensatory maintenance habit to counteract stress, lack of sleep, pesticides and ultra-processed foods, among many other factors that cause constant and almost inevitable damage to the gut microbiota,” concludes Parada. After all, our wellbeing begins on our plate.
This article first appeared on Vogue.es
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