Can herbs and spices influence the health of the gut microbiome?

 

  • "Scientists researched whether polyphenols found in foods, herbs, and spices in one’s regular diet can affect gut health.
  • Polyphenols are compounds found in some plant-based foods that can work as antioxidants in the body and provide protection against some diseases.
  • Their findings showed that the polyphenols from herbs and spices may be responsible for an increase in beneficial gut microbes."

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Can herbs and spices influence the health of the gut microbiome?

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