Probiotic-rich fermented foods are important for gut health and include sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, miso, and tempeh. Learn how these foods are made and how many microorganisms they contain.

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Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria that constantly “sense” their surroundings to survive and thrive. New research shows that beneficial gut microbes, especially common Clostridia bacteria, can ...