Should you eat fermented foods on an empty stomach?

An RD shares why it’s generally okay plus how to be mindful of issues, like indigestion.

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Is it safe to eat fermented foods on an empty stomach?

In short: it depends.

Bitter foods stimulate bile and HCL production, which help the body digest foods more efficiently.

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They also contain acetate, which helps tofeed and fuel good bacteria in the gut.

Who shouldnt eat fermented foods on an empty stomach?

The same goes for people who have yeast overgrowth.

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