It may not deliver live bacteria to your gut, but it can still help feed the good bacteria already living there.

“Sourdough bread ferments over time. That’s what causes those bubbles to form and creates holes in the bread when you cut into it,” registered dietitian Beth Czerwony told Cleveland Clinic.

Your gut is home to trillions of bacteria, viruses and other microbes that play an intricate role in your health. These microbes, collectively known as your gut microbiome, help regulate your ...

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It seems probiotics are everywhere. It's not just probiotics, but their little-known cousins: prebiotics and postbiotics.

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