Your gut bacteria directly impact inflammation, metabolism, and brain function. Aging is linked to microbial imbalance (dysbiosis), so optimizing gut health is key.

✅ Longevity-Boosting Foods:
Fermented foods: Kefir, yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi
Prebiotics: Garlic, onions, leeks, asparagus, resistant starch (cooked/cooled potatoes, green bananas)
Polyphenols: Dark berries, pomegranate, green tea, red wine (moderation)

🚫 Avoid Gut Disruptors:
Ultra-processed foods & sugar (feed bad bacteria)
Artificial sweeteners (aspartame, saccharin) (linked to gut dysbiosis)
Overuse of antibiotics & NSAIDs

📌 Test Your Gut: Stool tests like BiomeFX or Viome analyze your microbiome & recommend targeted probiotics.