Digestive health: functional foods for a happy gut
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2025-01-01
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2-s2.0-105009318321
Journal Title
Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives
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41
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72
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Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives (2025) , 41-72
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Pathak V.A., Deokar G.S., Kshirsagar S.J., Kulkarni K.S., Sultanbawa Y., Nirmal N.P. Digestive health: functional foods for a happy gut. Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives (2025) , 41-72. 72. doi:10.1016/B978-0-443-28862-3.00004-2 Retrieved from: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/111117
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Digestive health: functional foods for a happy gut
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Abstract
Maintaining digestive health is crucial for overall well-being, and functional foods play a significant role in achieving a happy gut by maintaining microflora homeostasis. This chapter explores the intricate relationship between the gastrointestinal system and overall health, emphasizing the impact of dietary choices on digestive disorders. It provides a comprehensive overview of the digestive process, highlighting the challenges posed by modern lifestyles and diets. The potential of functional foods, such as probiotics, prebiotics, fiber-rich foods, and fermented foods, elucidates the action of microflora in maintaining body homeostasis. Evidence-based recommendations are presented to empower individuals to make informed dietary choices for optimal digestive health and a happier gut. By understanding the importance of functional foods, individuals can take proactive steps to improve their digestive well-being and overall quality of life.