Consuming fermented foods such coconut kefir, and drinks like kombucha, has been widely reported for centuries to be of benefit. This is advocated by doctors and health specialists globally. Also of benefit to the gut biome are foods like papaya that are rich in digestive enzymes.
I recommend one portion of either a broth or a fermented food every day; the latter can be either a half cup of a fermented drink or a tablespoon of fermented vegetables. it will be a bit weird to start. But once you’ve done it for a day or two, it will grow on you and you should start craving it.
Coconut Milk Kefir
This takes only 12 hours to ferment, Unless you prefer a more sour taste. Then you simply leave it to ferment for longer until the taste appeals to you.
So, how do you make kefir at home?
- Get kefir grains from your local health food store.
- Using only plastic or wooden utensils, place the grains into a glass or plastic container.
- Pour over a 400 ml tin of coconut milk. Stir to combine the kefir grains and the coconut milk.
- Leave at room temperature for 12 hours.
- Remove the kefir grains and place in a plastic container, covered with some of the new kefir. Place in the fridge where it will become dormant until you make your next batch.
- Store your new batch of kefir in the fridge where it will become thicker the longer you leave it there.
Coconut kefir with papaya – high in digestive enzymes
Other foods that contain digestive enzymes are:
- Avocado oil
- Macadamia oil
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Coconut oil
- Pineapple
Conclusion
Make a point of having fermented foods or drinks and foods rich in digestive enzymes several times a week.
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