Ancient Indian staples that boost gut health

Nutritionists highlight seven traditional Indian foods—homemade curd, kanji, idli/dosa batter, moong dal khichdi, bananas, lentils and beans, and desi ghee—that support gut health through probiotics, prebiotic fiber, and gentle digestion, while stressing that overall habits such as hydration, sleep, stress management, and avoiding ultra-processed foods also play a key role.