Your Gut's Best Friend: The Science of Dietary Fiber

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Published 2024-03-12
It's astonishing that quite possibly the most game-changing ingredient we consume as part of food is not something our bodies can digest. It happens to be food for the trillions of gut bacteria living in our large intestine, and every year, we are discovering new ingredients in our food that specifically seem to feed these bacteria.

More than all of the crazy exaggerated claims about gut coaching and supplements, simply increasing the number of vegetables and fruits you eat daily will have a significant impact on your long term health.

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All Comments (21)
  • I am a medical professional learned biochemistry and digestion on my way to become an eye specialist. Your video is well researched and has integration of application and knowledge for common person to understand. Very important video for all Indians. I feel you should make a video on healthy cooking methods of few common used food items since burning vegetable items can create polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and using oil to cook vegetables changes all the equations of nutrition and its values. You have an Impressive channel loaded with scientific content and must watch for all.
  • @meerak8410
    Your information is a gold mine for what and how to consume for all age groups. Your debunking of myths are amazing , everyone should be aware of. Please keep coming.
  • @rameshbala2464
    At home we create something we call 'podi' - basically grind chia seeds, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds etc. to a coarse powder and store it in a jar. We add this not while cooking but to the plate every meal - a heaped table spoon or two. We even add it to chappati dough, dosa batter or pizza dough We also sneak it to restaurants. The idea is to add fibre to every meal without significantly altering the taste.
  • Sir, i want to give you a biggg thank you hug!!! i had bookmarked 20+ different videos on youtube to sit down and research about the right foods and diets for me and my mum (I was literally stuck in this worm hole of wrong info right info about soo many foods for years)(even my well educated mom was constantly influenced by wrong info given by soo many "influencers") thank god i have been discovering your videos, now you made my life soo much easier and put me in such mental relief like always, this video literally clears out almost every question i had about diets for humans, really appreciate your work sir, and thank you soo much for doing the job our schools couldn't do
  • The importance of fiber in our diet, especially for gut health, cannot be overstated. It's fascinating how something indigestible to us can have such a profound impact on our well-being by nourishing our gut bacteria. Increasing vegetable and fruit intake is indeed a simple yet powerful way to promote long-term health. Thanks for this valuable information. And can I how I can get that 'Dosa' T-Shirt..! 😅
  • Great work as usual - I am telugu YouTuber but a medical doctor - settled in US am also trying to work on a channel on similar lines of education and information - and your channel is always inspiring (though I make my content more boring lol) and you serve it very delicious.
  • Absolutely brilliant, as usual. Your each word is golden.. crisp and to the point . And you explain complex names in such an easy manner. Also love how you give practical suggestions to implement.
  • @ShahidKhan-qw8yk
    Very well presented, Very well said, Very well explained, Very well knowledge. Thank you so much.
  • @dhanyar1211
    Hey Krish, Everyone has already said it but well, I love the proud DOSA on the NASA logo. :) Also I have been watching your videos and I really love the fact that you give up to date information on food and health. I am sure you must have read Micheal Pollan. He blew my mind a few years ago when I read ‘In Defense of Food’. It’s awesome that you are making this info reachable to the Indian audiences amidst so much misinformation and fear mongering. Kudos.
  • @Thedigitalalex
    Thank you so much 😊🙏. May you and your family stay blessed
  • @estherc3576
    Wow u take the pains to actually reply to everyone. Simple and crisp messaging. Very well done. Thanks and keep up the great work. 🙏
  • Very useful information explained well I would suggest that going through any standard text book on Ayurveda could be worthwhile as all diseases start in the gut and digestive power is of paramount importance in preventing any disease.In addition,Ayurveda considers the importance of seasons and regions in deciding what to eat where."Ine man's food is another man's poison".Homogeneity in foid is not recommended as a food that may ve assimilated in one region may not be digested in another. Traditionally we Tamils eat Pazhaya soru especially during the hot seasons and today it is accepted that it provides vitamin B12 to vegetarians.
  • @ManojKasyapcvn
    Your ability to provide informative and concise explanations is truly remarkable! You have the potential to significantly increase modern attention spans. 🙌
  • @MihirGVaze
    From the video, I learned that okra, also known as bindii or lady's finger, isn't just a slimy veggie—it's actually packed with health benefits. That slimy stuff inside is full of soluble fiber, which helps keep blood sugar levels steady and reduces the risk of diabetes. The video also broke down the different types of carbohydrates, from simple sugars to dietary fiber, and explained how they affect our health. It gave practical tips on how to incorporate more fiber into our diet, like loading up on legumes, leafy greens, and cooled rice. And the best part? Fiber isn't just good for digestion—it's a mood booster, weight manager, and gut health superhero. So, it's time to load up on fiber and give our bodies the love they deserve!
  • I saw your video on the science behind eating dal. It has made me fall in love eating dal everyday. And this video on eating dietary fiber has compelled me to eat fruits and cereals everyday
  • @jyotirjyotir5414
    Very elaborately explained. Your pronunciation is also equally fantastic.
  • @nesso.9944
    As a nigerian-american, I was so fortunate to grow up in a house that ate pounded yam with okra soup as a staple food. My father always told us that the slime was the best part, and he was right! Thank you for spreading this message about fiber, and I love that other cultures know the value of okra.