The diversity of the microbiome has profound implications for metabolic health. The micro-organisms that we host in our gastrointestinal tract maintain our gut integrity, break down complex carbohydrates to improve energy extraction from food, produce vitamins and minerals, aid in digestion and absorption, ferment dietary fibers and protect us against pathogens. Maintaining a delicate balance in the diversity of the host-microbiome relationship is crucial for disease prevention and healthy ageing.
Here is a super tasty gut healing Chicken Soup Recipe for you to try!
INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp avocado oil
1 large red onion, finely diced
1 large stalk celery, finely diced
1 large carrot, grated
2 tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp dried thyme
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and chopped into ½” cubes
6 cups chicken bone broth
1 chicken breast, chopped (can use raw or leftover rotisserie)
1 tsp turmeric
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup baby spinach, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Sea salt + pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat avocado oil in a medium soup pot over medium heat.
Add onion, celery, carrot, sweet potatoes, rosemary and thyme. Sauté until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add bone broth, chicken and turmeric. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes.
Add garlic, spinach and parsley to the soup and stir to incorporate. Season with salt and serve.
Enjoy!
