Federica Amati, a nutritionist, offers an alternative to the traditional '5 a day' rule by advocating for a diverse intake of foods aimed at improving gut health. Her daily diet includes nuts and seeds, legumes, omega-3 fatty acids, fresh fruit, and whole grains, which support a thriving gut microbiome. This approach is backed by a 2019 study linking dietary habits to mortality risk, highlighting that unhealthy eating substantially contributes to premature death, even more than smoking. Amati illustrates how she integrates these food types seamlessly into her daily meals and snacks.
Amati emphasizes that incorporating a diversity of foods into your diet can enhance the health of the gut microbiome, which is crucial for overall well-being.
The 2019 study published in The Lancet found that an unhealthy diet is a greater risk factor for premature death than smoking, underscoring the importance of nutrition.
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