Top probiotic foods to include in your daily diet

Written by: Mantasha Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Curd

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Buttermilk

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Idli & Dosa

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Homemade Pickles

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Kanji

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Bananas

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Happy Gut

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