What are prebiotics? Discover what prebiotics are and how they play a crucial role in nurturing your gut microbiome. Today, we delve into the world of gut health and nutrition where we explore the link between leaky gut and autoimmune issues, break down the concept of "good" and "bad" cholesterol, and our top recommended prebiotic foods. Lastly, we talk about short-chain fatty acids, why they're so important, and the best way to eat garlic for maximum benefits!

Tune in to hear:

• Podcast recap (0:48)

• The role of prebiotics in your diet (2:50)

• Our top prebiotic foods (4:42)

• The benefits of prebiotic foods (6:55)

• Prebiotics vs. probiotics (8:27)

• A fiber-rich addition to your diet (9:21)

• Unripe vs ripe bananas: which one is healthier? (11:00)

• The benefits of onions and garlic (12:54)

• A rich potassium source (16:07)

Head to www.paulabenedi.com/episode143 for the show notes.

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P.S. This podcast and website represents the opinions of Paula Benedi. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.