In 2022, vegetables, such as leafy greens, broccoli, carrots, were the most frequently mentioned food that consumers in the United States eat to improve their digestive or gut health, with approximately 59 percent of respondents mentioning them. About 35 percent of respondents mentioned beans, peas or lentils.
Foods and nutrients consumed to improve digestive or gut health in the United States in 2022
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The survey question was originally stated by the source as, "Which of the following foods or nutrients have you consumed in the past year in your effort to improve your digestive health/gut health? (Select all that apply.)"
The source adds: "Filter: Seeking digestive health/gut health from foods, beverages, or nutrients. "
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