There’s a cult taking social media by storm, but it’s probably not like the one you’re imagining. It’s a gut health cult. Whether you have seen it on TikTok or on a health blog, Coconut Cult has taken over the internet.
What Is Coconut Cult?
Coconut Cult isn’t like your usual yogurt, it is a fermented probiotic coconut yogurt. It’s packed with billions of super-live probiotics and contains 16 different probiotic species! Some of Coconut Cult’s benefits include less bloating, lower inflammation, improvements of mood and mental health, better digestion and promoting healthy skin! All you have to do is have one spoonful a day, preferably in the morning on an empty stomach. However, make sure not to double dip because this can mess with the good bacteria in the jar.
Listen To Your Gut
The saying “listen to your gut” carries more weight than what you think. Within the past decade, the medical community has slowly been discovering the importance that gut health has in relation to our overall health. Our gut breaks down the foods we eat and absorbs those nutrients to support our body’s functions. This is why it’s so important to try to eat a nutrient-dense diet. A healthy gut helps establish proper digestion, metabolism and immunity.
It’s true that you think with your stomach. If your gut health is suffering, it could be affecting other aspects of your life without you even realizing it. Signs of poor gut health could be digestive problems, sleeping issues, sugar cravings, fatigue and skin breakouts. The best things to do for your gut health are to try to avoid ultra-processed foods and eat more whole foods. However, it is important to remember everything in moderation when it comes to your diet.
Gut Health Food Alternatives
With this cult following growing by the day, it can get a little tricky trying to get your hands on a jar. However, VALLEY has your back with some other superfoods you can try to improve your gut health.
Kombucha
When trying to think of a food that’s good for your gut health, kombucha is probably your first thought – and for good reason. Kombucha is a fermented tea that is rich in antioxidants and probiotics. It can be a great way to increase digestion and rid your body of toxins.
Sauerkraut
Whether you have it in a sandwich or as a dip, sauerkraut is a great food to have that improves your gut health. Sauerkraut is finely cut raw cabbage that has been fermented by various lactic acid bacteria. It contains a good amount of fiber and probiotics, both of which can help reduce cholesterol levels and aid in digestion.
Yogurt
Yogurt is probably the easiest food to eat when you need a quick snack, but that’s still great for your gut health. Yogurt is produced by the bacterial fermentation process of milk and sugars. Yogurts can be high in protein, calcium, vitamins and probiotics, which all can help enhance your gut’s microbiome.
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