5 Foods High in Probiotics

Probiotics are live beneficial bacteria or yeast that is naturally occuring in your body. Probiotics are good bacteria that help fight bad bacteria out of your body. Probiotics live in your skin, gut, mouth and intestines. The good bacteria will also help you maintain a healthy immune system balance to help control inflammation. 

Yogurt 

Yogurt is one of the most common probiotics; it is made from milk that has been fermented by good bacteria such as lactic acid. Yogurt can also be beneficial for your bone health and help lower blood pressure. 

Sauerkraut

If you choose the unpasteurized version of sauerkraut, you will be sure to get the healthy bacteria that you need. The pasteurization process kills the healthy bacteria that is beneficial about sauerkraut. In addition to its probiotic properties, sauerkraut is also loaded with immune-boosting vitamins.

Kombucha 

Kombucha is a slightly bubbly and fermented tea. Typically made from fermented green or black tea, allows for a symbolic culture of bacteria and yeast to help benefit your body’s immune functions. Be sure to look for the low-sugar kombuchas to ensure that you are optimizing your health benefits.

Miso 

If you are a fan of umami flavoring, implementing miso into your repertoire will be a breeze. Miso paste is a combination of fermented soy beans, rice and barley. Add to soup or salads to ensure that you are getting your naturally occurring probiotics into your diet.

Pickles 

Look for naturally fermented pickles to ensure that you are getting maximum probiotic benefits. You can find these at a health food store. You will know they are fermented if they have bubbles sitting on the surface of the brine; this is a sign of live bacteria. 

Probiotics help you and your immune system fight off unwanted bacteria to help your intestines stay your healthiest. If you have a favorite probiotic-rich food be sure to send us a message @UrbanBodyFix on Instagram.