Fiber has been my friend, to say the least.
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Antibiotics can be helpful for those fighting off an infection.
A daily dose of the antibiotic doxycycline that was consistently renewed each month, no questions asked.
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I hadnt even considered the connection between my gut issues and the medication prescribed for my skin condition.
It basically makes it hard for your gut to bounce back.
What we want is a gut that snaps back like a rubber band.
To say I took notes is an understatement.
These are the ingredients and dishes I love, plus recipes that are worth the try.
4 Gut-Healthy Things I Ate to Get Back on Track
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AndRoasted Sweet Potatoesare a go-to side for a high-protein main, like in theseSalmon & Sweet Potato Grain Bowls.
Yogurt Bowls
When Ive wanted something sweeter, yogurt has helped me through my darkest days.
Coffee
Honestly, I dontneedcaffeine to start my day.
But coffee in my morning, to put it bluntly, helpskeep things regular.
So thats why it stays in my routineand Bulsiewicz approves.
There is clear evidence that coffee is beneficial to our gut microbes, he explains.
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