Highly processed foods, such as fast food, packaged snacks, and sugary treats, often contain additives, preservatives, and unhealthy fats.
Excessive consumption of added sugars, found in sugary beverages, candies, pastries, and processed snacks.
Some artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, saccharin, and sucralose, may disrupt the balance of gut bacteria and negatively impact gut health.
While healthy fats are essential for overall health, consuming excessive amounts of saturated and trans fats found in fried foods, fatty meats, and processed foods.
Acidic foods like citrus fruits, tomatoes, and spicy foods can exacerbate acid reflux and irritate the lining of the gastrointestinal tract in some individuals.
For individuals with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, consuming gluten-containing foods like wheat, barley, and rye.
Some people may be sensitive to lactose, the sugar found in dairy products, or have difficulty digesting dairy proteins like casein and whey.
Artificial additives like emulsifiers, stabilizers, and artificial colors found in processed foods can disrupt the balance of gut bacteria and promote inflammation.
Excessive alcohol consumption can disrupt the balance of gut bacteria, increase intestinal permeability, and contribute to inflammation in the gut.
While moderate caffeine consumption is generally considered safe for most people, excessive intake of caffeine from coffee, tea, energy drinks, and soda.