Plant Protein Gives You The Extra Benefits of Phytonutrients & A Recipe Idea
Eat plant proteins a couple of times a week for the added benefits of phytonutrients and fibre. Tofu and buckwheat are both complete proteins, they provide the essential amino acids plus a bunch of other great nutrients that we only get from plants 😋 It’s more budget-friendly than animal protein and good for your gut […]
Prebiotics and Probiotics
Prebiotics are non-digestible plant fibres that are food for the beneficial bacteria in the gut. These plant fibres resist digestion in the small intestine and travel to the colon where they are fermented by the gut microbiota, producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) such as butyrate, propionate, and acetate. These SCFAs provide numerous health benefits, including […]