Healing your gut with 5 ancient fermented superfoods

Written by: Deepa Reviewed by: Dr. Deepak Soni 20 June 2025

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Takra (Buttermilk)

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Kanji (Fermented Black Carrot Drink)

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Dosa/Idli batter

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Homemade Amla Pickle (Fermented Indian Gooseberry)

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Fermented Beetroot or Radish

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Final Takeaway

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