Nourish Your Gut: 3 Simple Recipes for Better Digestion
Your gut is more than just your digestive system, it’s your body’s control center for energy, mood, and immunity. When your gut is thriving, you’re more likely to feel vibrant, focused, and balanced. The good news? You can support your microbiome naturally, just by adding a few nutrient-rich foods to your everyday meals.
Here are three gut-loving recipes that are simple to prepare, easy to digest, and packed with ingredients that support healthy digestion:
1. Morning Glow Green Smoothie
Start your day with fibre, enzymes, and good fats.
Ingredients1 cup baby spinach
½ frozen banana
½ cup pineapple
½ avocado
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 scoop collagen or vegan protein
1 cup coconut water or almond milk
Optional: 1 tsp spirulina or greens powder
Why it helpsPineapple contains bromelain, a natural enzyme that supports digestion, while chia seeds feed good gut bacteria with fibre and omega-3s.
2. Gut-Soothing Miso & Veggie Broth
Comforting, mineral-rich, and great for digestion.
Ingredients1 tbsp white or brown rice miso paste
2 cups warm filtered water
1 tsp grated ginger
½ cup sliced zucchini
½ cup finely shredded cabbage
1 tsp sesame oil
Optional: tofu cubes or cooked soba noodles
Why it helpsMiso is a fermented food that introduces beneficial bacteria to the gut, while ginger helps soothe bloating and supports motility.
3. Fermented Veggie Rainbow Bowl
Vibrant, crunchy, and loaded with gut-friendly goodness.
Ingredients½ cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
¼ cup sauerkraut or kimchi
½ cup chopped cucumber
½ grated carrot
½ avocado, sliced
Handful fresh herbs (mint or coriander)
Drizzle of tahini & lemon dressing
Why it helpsFermented vegetables deliver probiotics to help repopulate healthy gut flora, and fibre-rich whole grains act as prebiotics.
Adding even one of these meals into your routine can help your gut feel lighter, calmer, and more supported. True wellness starts in the gut, so nourish it daily, and your whole body will thank you.