Your Fork Is a Messenger: How Plant Foods Speak to Your Gut
We often think of food as fuel. But food also interacts with the trillions of microbes living in our gut. Fiber and the natural compounds found in plant foods help shape this relationship, which is one reason a varied, plant-rich diet can support overall health.
When I was told my immune system was too weak to complete conventional treatment, this idea changed the way I thought about food. I couldn’t control every part of my diagnosis or treatment, but I could make thoughtful choices about what I ate. My fork became a way to participate in my healing journey.
The gut is an important meeting place for the microbiome and the immune system. When gut microbes break down certain types of fiber, they produce compounds that help support the lining of the colon and healthy immune activity.
Plant foods also contain natural compounds found in berries, herbs, olives, and green tea. Gut microbes help process many of these compounds, making food and the microbiome part of an ongoing exchange.
Variety matters. Including a range of plant foods provides different types of fiber and natural compounds that can help support a diverse gut microbiome.
A few practical ways to begin:
Notice the variety on your plate. Vegetables, fruit, beans, whole grains, nuts, seeds, herbs, and spices all add variety.
Increase fiber gradually. Add fiber-rich foods in ways that feel manageable for you.
Choose different colors and types of plants. Each can contribute its own mix of fiber and natural compounds.
Learning how food interacts with the body is a starting point. Bringing that knowledge into everyday meals is where it becomes practical. That’s why Shelly Keren, ND, and I created the Radical Remission Whole Plant-Based Nutrition Workshop: to explore the research, share useful skills, and make plant-based eating easier to put into practice in a supportive community.
From Radical Remission Coach Lisa Tarantino, CFNC, Port St. Lucie Florida, USA
Certified Functional Nutrition Coach, Certified Radical Remission Coach & Workshop Instructor
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The views and opinions expressed in this blog are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Radical Remission Project. Any content provided herein is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical advice.
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