5 Gut Health Habits to Implement This New Year

Start your family's year off healthier and happier.

Your gut health is the foundation of your overall well-being. From digestion to immune function, the gut plays a critical role in keeping your body balanced and energized.

As we welcome the new year, it’s the perfect time to adopt habits that nourish and support your gut microbiome.

These five gut health tips can help you and your family feel healthier, happier, and more vibrant in the months ahead.

1. Wake Up with Lemon Water and Sea Salt

Start your morning with a glass of warm lemon water and a pinch of sea salt to hydrate your body and kickstart digestion. Lemon provides antioxidants and vitamin C, while sea salt supports electrolyte balance, promoting gut health and overall hydration.

2. Incorporate Fermented Foods into Every Meal

Boost your gut microbiome by adding probiotic-rich foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, kefir, or miso to your diet. These fermented foods deliver beneficial bacteria that improve digestion, balance gut flora, and enhance nutrient absorption.

3. Try Meal Spacing with Intermittent Fasting

Support gut healing and metabolism with intermittent fasting. A 12- to 16-hour fasting window overnight allows your digestive system time to rest, improves gut lining repair, and regulates blood sugar levels for optimal digestive function.

4. Commit to Prebiotic Fiber Daily

Fuel your gut bacteria with prebiotic-rich foods like garlic, onions, bananas, and asparagus. These fibers promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria, supporting digestion and reducing inflammation.

5. De-Stress with Breathwork and Meditation

Chronic stress can disrupt gut function and lead to inflammation. Incorporate daily deep-breathing exercises or short meditation sessions to reduce stress hormones, improve gut motility, and enhance overall gut health.

Improving your gut health doesn’t have to be complicated—small, consistent changes can make a big difference. By integrating these habits into your daily routine, you’ll boost digestion, balance your microbiome, and set the stage for long-term health.

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Dig Deeper with Testing and Supplements

Get your family tested with a GI-MAP this year to find out what your microbiome looks like—an infection could be part of your symptoms. Or consider food allergy testing to see if the foods you’re consuming may be contributing to IBS or IBD symptoms. Go beyond the basics of eating healthy to uncover the deeper causes of digestive issues.

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