Pledging a sorority or pulling an all-nighter do not go hand in hand with a happy gut. Vending machine treasures are much more appealing during a midnight study sesh, and sisterhood toasts are bonding, but they can wreak havoc on your delicate Gut Microbiome. This community of good bacteria reside in the digestive tract and impact skin health, weight, the immune system, and even mood.  So, how can you cultivate a good microbiome?  One way is by eating Probiotics, foods rich in healthy bacteria.  Here are 5 ways to sneak in probiotics in college that are totally compatible with the dorm lifestyle and can improve your gut microbiome and digestion. 1. When ordering in, keep garlic in mind. If you’re a co-ed craving take-out, opt for a side-dish or sauce that incorporates garlic. The inulin in this superfood is a prebiotic that boosts probiotic (good) bacteria. This essentially means that eating foods high in inulin feeds the microflora in the gut that help with digestion. 2. When craving carbs, add Artichokes and onions. Scratching your head about what toppings to toss on that pizza you’re ordering for the RA meeting? Think artichokes and onions. Studies have demonstrated that eating artichokes (Jerusalem artichokes) and […]

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