Did you know that the health of your gut affects the wellbeing of your entire body?

This makes sense, when you consider how the foods we eat fuel all of our bodily functions.

And have you ever noticed our sneaky gut-brain connection?

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It’s no surprise that foods rich in fiber top this list.

Gastroenterologist Christine Lee recommends aiming for five to seven servings of fruits andvegetablesdaily, according toCleveland Clinic.

It may be a trend, but Cole claims that it’s still an effective one.

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Both ginger and peppermint have been proven to relieve common stomach upset, according toHealthline.

you’re able to try incorporating both into your cooking, or in homemade teas to find relief.

These can be especially upsetting to those with IBS or bowel sensitivity, perJohn Hopkins Medicine.

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