Download or read book Gut Check: Unleash the Power of Your Microbiome to Reverse Disease and Transform Your Mental, Physical, and Emotional Health...Summarized written by J.J. Holt and published by J.J. Holt. This book was released on 2024-01-16 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book presents a comprehensive dietary program called the "Gut Check" program, designed to optimize gut health through a focused and specific diet plan. It emphasizes the importance of nurturing the gut microbiome, or "gut buddies," which play a crucial role in overall health and wellness. The program is built around the concepts of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, each serving a unique function in supporting gut health. Key components of the dietary plan include a strong emphasis on consuming polyphenol-rich foods, fermented foods, and foods that boost postbiotic production. It recommends a variety of specific foods, including vegetables, nuts, seeds, certain oils, and seafood, while also highlighting the importance of vitamin D supplementation and moderate alcohol consumption. The plan is careful to outline foods to avoid, such as lectin-rich plant foods, processed foods, excessive fruits (due to high fructose content), and sugar, as well as providing guidance on appropriate protein intake.