Professor Tim Spector has revealed his recipe for a “superfood” breakfast that he eats every day – and claims it can significantly impact inflammation, diabetes and arthritis.
The professor of genetic epidemiology at King’s College London and founder of the health app ZOE revealed that while he varies many meals to provide variety, his breakfast always remains the same.
He said: “One of the questions I get asked most often is: what am I actually eating? I try to have as much variety as possible, for my gut health. But breakfast usually stays the same. It’s quick, easy and full of plants and probiotics for my gut health, a simple mix of yogurt, kafir, berries and nuts and seeds from my diversity jar. Delicious. I hope you try it.”
In an Instagram post, he further explained: “I promised to show you guys my favorite way to use kefir and here it is: my favorite breakfast for gut health. It’s quick, easy and full of plants and probiotics for my gut health. A simple mix of yogurt, kefir, berries and as many nuts and seeds as I can get from my diversity jar to reach my goal of 30 plants.”
Nutrition expert Dr. Michael Mosley previously explained that scientific studies have demonstrated the significant impact of consuming superfoods – especially fermented ones – on reducing inflammation, relieving pain and improving conditions such as osteoarthritis.
These may include sauerkraut, kimchi and kefir, all of which are available in supermarkets.
Dr. Mosley noted that people with immune or digestive problems could gain significant benefits from incorporating fermented products into their diet.
He also pointed to research suggesting it could help improve sleep and relieve pain, Gloucestershire Live reports.
He explained how much these foods support our gut microbes: “Replenishing your gut microbiota with friendly microbes can also reduce pain. In a randomized controlled trial, 500 patients with osteoarthritis were asked to drink two servings of milk containing Lactobacillus bacteria daily.”
“After six months, they reported less pain and stiffness in their knees, and blood tests showed fewer signs of inflammation. This is important because one of the reasons fermented foods are said to have such widespread positive effects is their effect on our immune system – they dampen it when it’s overreacting. An overactive immune system can lead to chronic inflammation, which in turn can cause many of the diseases we associate with aging, such as joint pain, type 2 diabetes and depression.”
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