Food affecting your gut

Trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi live on or inside of us.

• True

• False

What we eat does not affect our gut health at all.

• True

• False

The gut microbiome performs which of the following functions in our bodies?

• Break down food that the body cannot digest

• Produce important nutrients

• Regulate the immune system

• Protect against harmful germs

Which are the best fuel for gut bacteria?

• Fruits

• Vegetables

• Nuts

• Whole Grains

Short chain fatty acids, created when our gut bacteria digest fiber, does what for our body?

• Nourish the gut barrier

• Improve immune function

• Help prevent inflammation

• All of the above

What happens to our gut bacteria when we eat a diet of low fiber and high fat, processed foods?

• The bacteria flourish and are more diverse

• The bacteria grow out of control

• The bacteria starve and die off

• The bacteria become super powered

Bacteria diversity is important for our gut health.

• True

• False

Fermented foods can introduce good bacteria to our gut when eaten.

• True

• False

Minimally processed food provides more fiber and better fuel for your body.

• True

• False

What happens to our gut bacteria when we eat a diet of high fiber, minimally processed foods?

• The bacteria flourish and are more diverse

• The bacteria grow out of control

• The bacteria starve and die off

• The bacteria become super powered