Gut Health Blog

When I started digging into gut health and the foods we can eat to support it, it was gratifying to see that a lot of the foods I grew up eating as a Japanese American are great for our gut! As such, a fair number of recipes you’ll find on Gut Haven are either traditional Japanese recipes or inspired by Japanese dishes because the ingredients they use. Here are 8 of our favorites for you to try!

Rising awareness of matcha’s health benefits has contributed to its growing popularity. The global matcha market is growing at double pace of coffee.

How exactly does matcha stack up against coffee in terms of caffeine, nutritional content, and health impact? In this article, we explore the nutritional profiles, benefits, and potential drawbacks of coffee vs. matcha to help you decide which to reach for!

Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your digestive system and overall health. They’ve become increasingly popular because of their proven benefits in improving gut health, which in turn can improve our immune, metabolic, cardiovascular, mental, and even skin health.

If you have a good blender and smoothie ingredients on hand, adding smoothies to your regular meal rotation can easily and effectively enhance your gut health.

Unlike other recipes that can be rigid or time-consuming, you can make unlimited variations of smoothies and make a daily routine of whirling it together in a blender!

Miso is a paste made from fermented soybeans and is prevalent in Japanese cuisine. In addition to offering rich, umami flavor to a variety of dishes, miso is great for our gut health because of its probiotic properties. Here are 10 ideas for how to cook with miso.

My mom and dad used to tell me to “eat more veggies and fruits.” But interestingly, they would just as often say, “eat a variety of veggies and fruits.” In other words, “more” meant a larger array of plant foods. It’s not until recently as I’ve dug into gut health that I’ve realized how ahead of their time my folks were in recognizing the importance of plant fiber diversity for our gut and overall health.

Mushrooms aren’t just tasty—they’re also great for our gut. They’re packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other compounds that help support digestion and overall health.

Discover how mushrooms can boost your gut health and how to easily add them to your meals.

As the public’s interest in gut health continues grow, experts and nutritionists point to miso and its merits as a fermented food. What exactly are the gut-boosting qualities of miso? How can Western cultures enjoy this superfood in creative and tasty ways?

What exactly ties matcha to gut health? We uncover the links between this antioxidant powerhouse and a flourishing microbiome as well as delicious ways to incorporate it in your diet.