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Nutrition Therapy with Microbiota and Fermented Foods

Improving health by optimising gut flora with fermented foods.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Nutrition Therapy with Microbiota and Fermented Foods?

The gut microbiota is a complex ecosystem containing 100 trillion bacteria and is in close interaction with immunity, metabolism and the nervous system.

Fermented foods are nutrients in which natural lactic acid fermentation occurs and which contain live probiotic bacteria (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium).

Regular consumption of fermented foods reduces inflammation, supports digestion, regulates immune response and may have positive effects on mental health (gut-brain axis).

Symptoms

Indications: chronic constipation and bloating
Indications: irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms
Indications: post-antibiotic diarrhoea
Indications: chronic fatigue and weak immunity
Indications: skin problems (acne, eczema)
Indications: anxiety and mood disorder
Caution: histamine intolerance and SIBO

Risk Factors

Long-term antibiotic use (microbiota disruption)
Western-type diet (high sugar, processed food)
Chronic stress and sleep deprivation
Autoimmune and inflammatory bowel disease
Type 2 diabetes and obesity
Depression and anxiety disorder
Old age and immune weakness

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Caution is needed in immunosuppressed patients and active inflammatory bowel disease
  • It should be started gradually, dose increased, the body's response observed
  • Live bacterial supplements should be selected from certified products
  • Long-term gradual change is more sustainable for microbiota improvement

Treatment Methods

01
Daily 100-200 g fermented food intake (kefir, yoghurt, kimchi)
02
Variety: kombucha, tempeh, miso, sauerkraut
03
Prebiotic-rich foods (garlic, onion, banana, oat)
04
Mediterranean-style diet (fibre and antioxidant rich)
05
Probiotic supplement (in selected cases, 10-20 billion CFU)
06
Stress management and regular sleep

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