And you might already be doing some of them, too.

Emerging research continues to findgut healthto be one of the main drivers of our overall health.

Kayla Farrell, RDN registered dietitian and senior account axecutive atFRESH Communications.

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Rachel Gargano, MS, RD, CSSD, CBS, chief registered dietitian atLive it Up.

Leah Murnane, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, performance dietitian and owner ofLettuce Eat Dessert.

Samantha MacLeod, RDN, registered dietitian and manager of nutrition communications atFRESH Communications.

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However, this dietary recommendation is paramount when it comes to boosting gut health.

Thankfully, fiber is pretty ubiquitous in the diet, especially if you regularly consume plants.

“Aim to chew at least 30 times per bite.”

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And if 30 chews seems like a lot, its actually not.

In fact, you might already be chewing this much without even realizing it.

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Exercise and physical activity can significantly support movement in your GI tract.

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“This is going to help decrease constipation and bloating.”

Other delicious probiotic-rich foods includekombucha, miso paste, kimchi, certain brands of cottage cheese, and tempeh.

But the tangy flavor of probiotic foods isnt for everyone.

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If fermented foods arent your thing, try a high-quality probiotic supplement, Davis explains.

Include prebiotic-rich foods, too

Prebiotic-rich foodsare integral in maintaining optimal gut health.

Instead, opt for natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or dates, Farrell advises.

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Yet another reason to continuedrinking water!

Ultra-processed foods are generally products made from ingredients extracted from foods rather than from whole foods themselves.

“These properties can negatively impact the balance of bacteria in our gut microbiome.”

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And these dont only include nutrition-related actionsa variety of lifestyle choices can make a significant difference.

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