Why Fermented Foods Matter for Gut Health & Blood Sugar

Описание: Fermented foods are everywhere right now, but do they actually help your gut, blood sugar, and overall health?

In this episode, Dr. Ngozi Okoro, board-certified gastroenterologist, breaks down everything you need to know about fermented foods using real science, not trends. You will learn what fermentation really is, how it changes carbohydrates, and why fermented foods can support gut health, glucose control, insulin sensitivity, immune function, and inflammation.

If you have ever wondered what counts as a true fermented food, whether pickled foods are the same as fermented foods, how fermented foods affect blood sugar and glycemic index, if probiotics only come from supplements, how much fermented food you actually need, or which fermented foods are worth eating and which are overhyped, this video is for you.

In this episode, Dr. Okoro explains:

What fermentation is and how bacteria transform food
Why fermented foods lower the glycemic index of carbohydrates
How fermented foods improve fasting blood sugar, insulin resistance, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides
The role of short-chain fatty acids like butyrate in gut and metabolic health
The difference between fermented foods, probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics
How to identify real fermented foods at the grocery store
The truth about yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, sourdough, kombucha, and tempeh
Who should be cautious with fermented foods and how to start slowly

Fermented foods are not about restriction. They are about eating smarter, supporting your microbiome, and letting your food do real work inside your body.

Stay tuned for Dr. Okoro’s upcoming episode on Nigerian fermented foods and probiotics.

Timestamps:
00:00 Why fermented foods are trending
02:00 What fermentation actually is
04:00 Blood sugar and glycemic index benefits
07:15 Short-chain fatty acids explained
11:10 Probiotics vs fermented foods
15:45 How to shop for real fermented foods
18:00 Pickled vs fermented
20:00 Kefir, yogurt, kimchi, sauerkraut, sourdough
23:30 Who should avoid fermented foods
24:15 How much fermented food you need
25:30 Final takeaways

⚠️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
This video is for educational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician or qualified health provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have seen in this video.

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