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BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich

What is Jackfruit and why is it amazing for our gut? Jackfruit is an exotic fruit that originated in Southwest India. It is the largest tree-borne fruit in the world. Though it may look intimidating because of its bumpy appearance on the outside, it contains bulbs of seed containing flesh around a string core on the inside that are both subtle in sweetness and fruity in flavor. The most commonly consumed part of jackfruit is the flesh, or fruit pods, which are edible both whe

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Stuffed Sweet Potato With Israeli Couscous

What is Israeli Couscous and why is it imperative for our gut? Despite the name, it is not a type of couscous, Israeli couscous, or ptitim, is actually a type of toasted pasta shaped like tiny pearls made from semolina flour and water. It is a popular choice for many dishes served in countries like Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine. Not only is it easy and quick to prepare, it is also packed with a variety of nutrients such as: plant-based protein, calcium, iron, and selenium! O

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Okra and Indian Squash Hash

What is Indian Squash and why is good for our gut? Indian squash (also known as Tinda and round gourd) is a squash vegetable popular in South Asia. This squash was often eaten in India, some East African countries and Pakistan. It is often light green on the surface, and has soft flesh on the inside: it tastes relatively sweet and creamy, and has a plethora of vitamins and minerals that provide #GoodGut benefits! Indian Squash is a very low calorie vegetable that is rich in I

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Inca Berry "Nice" Cream

What are Inca Berries and why are they great for our gut? Inca berries, depending on where you live, have many names such as cape gooseberries, golden berries, giant ground cherries, Peruvian cherries, and their scientific name: physalis peruviana. When they’re fresh, they look like tiny, orange tomatoes and offer a juicy, citrusy eating experience. When dried, they resemble golden raisins and have a sweet yet tart flavor. They are also closely related to tomatoes, tomatillos

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Iceberg Lettuce Sliders

Why is iceberg lettuce important for our gut? Iceberg lettuce (aka, crisphead lettuce) is pale green and looks similar to cabbage. It grows best in cold climates than warmer climates because it may bolt quickly producing a bitter and inedible produce. It is one of the most commonly used lettuces in restaurants and grocery stores because of its long shelf life and low cost. Iceberg lettuce is best known for the mild, crisp, but also somewhat sweet flavor that it provides to ma

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Kale Salad With Hemp

Why is hemp good for our gut? Hemp seeds are seeds of the cannabis Sativa plant, but they definitely are not psychoactive! Hemp seeds only contain a trace amount of THC, and therefore don’t produce any psychoactive effects in humans or animals when they are consumed. They are actually packed full of essential nutrients including soluble and insoluble fibers; which are beneficial for the gut. As a great source of plant-based protein, hemp hearts are rich in iron, calcium, Ome

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Cheezy Horseradish Sauce

Why is horseradish beneficial for our gut? Horseradish originated in Europe as a relative of a west Asian cabbage. As a root vegetable, it has a strong pungent flavor. Typically it is used as a flavor enhancer or side condiment, but recent research is revealing the ancient medicinal properties that have been used for thousands of years. This new research is also revealing that this root vegetable is a fantastic functional food, and actually has phytochemicals that are benefic

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Good Gut Hibiscus Smoothie

Why is hibiscus incredible for our gut? Although the Hibiscus sabdariffa plant is native to Africa, it is now commonly grown in the tropics worldwide. Its flowers are often found on woody shrubs and small trees, and can come in red, yellow, white and other beautiful colors. Not only are these flowers pretty to the eye, but they are also beneficial for the gut! The flowers are often made into tea (a sour tea known as Sorrell tea), and are served both hot and cold. The tea is k

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Hazelnut Pancakes

Why are hazelnuts amazing for our gut? Hazelnuts are commonly produced in Europe (Spain, Turkey, Italy) as well as Oregon in the United States. Hazelnuts are a rich source of mono- and polyunsaturated fats as well as fiber and protein. Hazelnuts also contain vitamin E, Thiamin, Magnesium, Copper, and Manganese! Magnesium is essential for many functions in the body including the movement of stool through the intestine: with their fiber and magnesium content, hazelnuts are a g

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Good Gut Garlic Pesto

Why is garlic good for your good gut? Garlic is a bulb vegetable in the Allium family, along with onions. It has been used in most major civilizations for its medicinal properties due to its antioxidant properties. Garlic contains an unexpected plethora of nutrients, such as manganese, selenium, vitamin-C, phosphorus, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B6. Garlic has a large amount of micronutrients, but it also has anti-carcinogenic effects most likely due to the different kind

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Quinoa and Good Gut Grapefruit Salad

Why is grapefruit awesome for your good gut? *grapefruit can interact with a variety of drugs in a negative way. Make sure to check with your doctor to make sure you are not taking any of these drugs before consuming!* Grapefruit may be seen by many as the larger cousin of the orange. Though they are both citrus fruits, they are not similar in taste. Grapefruits tend to be a bit bitter because they contain Naringin, a type of flavonoid that may provide antioxidant, antibacte

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Green Gut Smoothie with Guava

How can guava be good for your gut? Guavas are a tropical tree fruit originating in Central America. They are oval in shape, with light green or yellow skin, and contain edible seeds. Guavas grow in these tropical climates in late Summer and early Fall and can be frozen to be enjoyed all year long. Guavas are not only tasty mixed into a meal or solo, they have been shown to provide many benefits for the gut and for the body. Guavas are fantastic for immune health as well as t

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Good Gut Almond Ginger Dressing

Why is ginger great for your good gut? Ginger has a very long history of use in various forms of traditional and alternative medicine. It’s been used to aid digestion, reduce nausea, and help fight the flu and common cold, to name a few of its purposes. The unique fragrance and flavor of ginger come from its natural oils, the most important being gingerol. Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger. It’s responsible for much of ginger’s medicinal properties. Ginger con

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The Benefits of Having a Registered Dietitian on your Interdisciplinary Care Team

What makes an interdisciplinary care team? When thinking about health, one might initially think of each aspect of health separately - a dentist for dental health, a mental health therapist for your mental health, and a primary care physician for general health. While these healthcare providers tend to focus on specific areas of health, it’s important to know that several healthcare roles create an interdisciplinary care team that works together to improve your overall health

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Good Gut Egyptian Breakfast Beans

Beans for breakfast happen all over the world and it is a great way to start your good gut day!

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Roasted Fennel and Potato Soup

Why is fennel so fantastic for your good gut? The fennel plant sort of resembles onions and other bulbs and all parts of the plant are edible. The taste is much closer to anise or licorice and is often described as a less intense licorice taste. Fennel is a unique vegetable that may be used in many different ways, such as to flavor candies, liqueurs, medicines, and food. In addition to its many possible uses it is rich in nutrients and has many #goodgut benefits! In fact, tho

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Creamy Curry Fenugreek Sauce

What is fenugreek and why should I eat it for my good gut? Fenugreek is a cool weather plant that grows best in fall. Although, the plant may be eaten when it has matured with flowers, it is best to extract the golden seeds when the plant has dried out. Fenugreek is known to be one of the oldest cultivated medicinal plants, with roots stemming from Indian and Chinese medical practices. Fenugreek has many health benefits because it is extremely rich in antioxidants and fiber,

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Good Gut Fig Compote

How are figs beneficial for my good gut? Figs are a unique fruit that resemble a teardrop shape and are relatively small in size. They are brown or purple when ripe and are sweet and moist in taste and texture. Every single part of the fig can be consumed, from the soft skin on the outside to the sweet flesh filled with seeds inside. Though high in FODMAP, figs are versatile fruits that can be cooked into many meals whether they are sweet or savory. Figs are not only nutrient

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Chickpea Salad in Endive Boats

Why are endives extraordinary for our gut? Endive is a leafy vegetable that originates in Egypt and Indonesia from chicory family, rich in nutritional and bioactive compounds. Endive is a type of lettuce with a slight bitterness, similar to chicory, radicchio, and escarole. Belgian endive is grown in a lengthy two-step process to create a delicate flavor and crunchy texture. Endives come in multiple varieties including curly, friseé, and escarole which produces different type

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Good Gut Elderberry Tea

Why is elderberry amazing for our gut? Originating from Europe, elderberries have been used for medicinal purposes with cold and flu symptoms. Elderberry is a fruit used in traditional forms of medicine for Native peoples in the United States, France, parts of Asia, and northern Africa due to its high versatility. This fruit is included in the category of #GoodGut foods with an elevated level of caution and warning: raw and uncooked elderberries are poisonous and contain cyan

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