Gut Healthy Foods Worth Trying — or Not Everyday Health Menu NewslettersSearch Digestive Health Gut Healthy Foods Worth Trying — or Not Are you plagued with gut problems and looking for a solution? The answer might be in your diet. Read on for expert advice on which foods might be worth trying to improve your health. By Jane OkojiMedically Reviewed by Ira Daniel Breite, MD Reviewed: August 23, 2022 Medically Reviewed A gut-healthy diet encourages friendly bacteria Getty Images (3); Canva We live in a fast-paced world, and it sometimes feels like we can barely keep up. Constantly inundated with emails, texts, deadlines, and appointments, it’s no surprise that we eat on the go, often gobbling up fast food — meals that are usually high in fat and sugar.According to the Sauerkraut Worth a Try if Your Tummy Can Handle It Getty Images In English, sauerkraut translates to "sour cabbage," but it's yummier than it sounds. This finely sliced fermented cabbage makes a great side dish or condiment. It's rich in vitamins C and K1 and essential nutrients like copper and manganese.Meyer-Jax points out that sauerkraut adds flavor, Kombucha Might Be Worth It but Research Is Spotty Yulia Naumenko/Getty Images Digestive Enzymes Worth a Try but Evidence Is Lacking Getty Images You gain nourishment through your diet when your body converts complex food molecules into nutrients and absorbs them. But you can’t digest food without the help of microbes and enzymes in your body.Digestive enzymes are proteins that the Olive Oil Worth It but Limit Your Intake Getty Images Extra-virgin Kimchi Worth Trying if You Can Handle the Heat Getty Images If your favorite pastime is binge-watching wholesome K-dramas, you've probably heard of this traditional food. Kimchi is a savory Korean side dish or condiment made from salted fermented vegetables such as napa cabbage, green onion, and radishes. You could find it seasoned with ginger, spring onion, and garlic, among other herbs and spices. While it may have a pungent smell, kimchi is chock-full of gut-healthy benefits. It’s rich in probiotics to promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in your gut microbiome. “Kimchi is one of my favorite fermented veggie condiments that often has a spicy flavor,” says Meyer-Jax. “Like sauerkraut, it can be a terrific source of fiber and good-for-you bacteria.”According to Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies So Not Worth It Viktoriia Kokhanevych/Getty Images Although Ka Chava Shakes Not Worth It Liudmyla Chuhunova/Getty Images Ka'Chava, a gluten-free meal replacement shake made with over 70 plant-based ingredients, claims to contain gut-healthy nutrients such as fiber, probiotics, zinc, digestive enzymes, NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Digestive Health Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Most Recent in Digestive Health Study Shows Depression Affects IBD Patients and Their Siblings Gut Check Can Cookie Dough Really Harm Your Gut 5 Natural Ways to Manage Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Early Research Reveals Key Player in Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Wellness inspired Wellness enabled FacebookTwitterInstagramPinterestYoutubeTikTok About Us Careers Editorial Policy Newsletters Meet Our Health Expert Network Privacy Policy Health News Accessibility Statement Terms of Use Contact Us Feedback Do Not Sell My Personal Information Popular Topics AdChoices NEWSLETTERS Get the best in health and wellness SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. A PROPERTY OF EHGLogo More From Everyday Health: Castle Connolly Top Doctors DailyOM Diabetes Daily Everyday Health Care Migraine Again 1996-2022 Everyday Health, Inc. Everyday Health is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. Badges Badges Badges