{"id":185159,"date":"2025-08-29T17:42:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T17:42:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/185159\/"},"modified":"2025-08-29T17:42:09","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T17:42:09","slug":"diversity-jars-can-boost-immunity-metabolism-what-to-put-in-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/185159\/","title":{"rendered":"‘Diversity jars’ can boost immunity, metabolism \u2014 what to put in them"},"content":{"rendered":"

Good gut health? Bottle it up.<\/p>\n

In the pursuit of a better gut microbiome, social media users are turning to a tasty new trend: diversity jars.<\/p>\n

The concept is simple: stack and shake plant ingredients \u2014 including nuts, seeds, herbs, adaptogens and spices \u2014 into a mix that feeds your gut an array of fibers to promote biome diversity. Then sprinkle it on your food, from salads, soups and pastas to yogurt and oatmeal.<\/p>\n

But is that earthy mix actually doing anything?<\/p>\n

\"AThe concept of a diversity jar is simple: stack and shake plant ingredients, including nuts, seeds, herbs, adaptogens, and spices, into a mix that feeds your gut an array of fibers to promote biome diversity. TikTok \/ @simplemills<\/p>\n

\u201cThe real benefit of a\u00a0diversity\u00a0jar\u00a0comes from the variety of plants you\u2019ll be adding to your plate on a weekly basis without putting in a lot of extra effort,\u201d Kaytee Hadley, MS, RDN, IFMCP<\/a>, author of \u201cThe Anti-IBS Dietitian\u201d and founder of Holistic Health and Wellness in Richmond, Virginia, told The Post.<\/p>\n

Research shows <\/a>that the more diverse plant foods you consume, the more diverse your gut microbiome becomes. <\/p>\n

\u201cFor example, someone who eats 30 different types of plants \u2014 veg, fruits, beans, whole grains, nuts, seeds and herbs \u2014 will have more variety of good bacteria in their gut compared to someone who eats only 10.\u201d<\/p>\n

The health benefits of diversity jars \u2014 and a diverse gut microbiome <\/p>\n

We should all be aiming for max gut diversity, according to Hadley, because microbiome diversity strengthens the ecosystem of the gut, supporting digestion and nutrient absorption while making it more resilient against \u201cbad\u201d bacteria.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese benefits extend to other areas of the body too \u2014 supporting a strong immune system, metabolic health and mood regulation,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

A healthy gut supports sleep and reduces the risk of certain chronic diseases, too.<\/p>\n

How important is gut health?\u00a0New research suggests<\/a>\u00a0that\u00a0Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/a>\u00a0may\u00a0begin in the gut.<\/a><\/p>\n

Plus,\u00a0oncologists have partly blamed<\/a>\u00a0a concerning rise in\u00a0younger adult cases of colon cancer\u00a0<\/a>on lifestyle factors like\u00a0the Western diet<\/a>\u00a0and excess sugar consumption.<\/p>\n

\"WomanIntegrative Nutrition Coach Alexis Lahner shared that a diversity jar with rotating ingredients is one of her favorite ways to boost gut health. TikTok \/ @kfxywwsjs\/<\/p>\n

What should you put in a diversity jar?<\/p>\n

Fir ingredients, Hadley recommends almonds for prebiotic fiber, walnuts for omega-3s, and pumpkin seeds for a boost of magnesium and zinc.<\/p>\n

She notes that with nuts and seeds, balance is key, as these ingredients are calorically dense and easy to overdo if you\u2019re mindlessly snacking versus mindfully sprinkling them.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou can also branch out beyond the usual mix: roasted chickpeas or dried beans give a crunchy, protein-rich boost and add resistant starch that\u2019s great for gut health,\u201d she said. \u201cFreeze-dried veggies like peas, corn, or zucchini are another fun option because they add fiber and extra plant variety.\u201d<\/p>\n

For those that prefer their gut health with a side of sweetness, \u201ccacao nibs provide antioxidants and polyphenols, while unsweetened dried fruits like cranberries, cherries, or golden berries add natural sweetness along with extra phytonutrients.\u201d<\/p>\n

@alexislahner<\/a> <\/p>\n

Refilling my Diversity Jar \ud83c\udf31 Eating 30+ different plants a week is a goal I strive to hit, and this jar is one of my favorite tools that makes that super doable. Pack in any plants you desire, and build a new variety each week. Once shaken up, each spoonful is ready to deliver the full variety you packed in to a smoothie, yogurt bowl, salad, etc. Golden ground flax is always my favorite base, and changing up the ingredients weekly for a new mix is the key for enhancing diversity\u2014 enjoy! \ud83c\udf31 #guthealth<\/a> #diversityjar<\/a> #fiber<\/a> #plantbased<\/a> #vegan<\/a> #easyhack<\/a> #healthhack<\/a> #nutrition<\/a> <\/p>\n

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Integrative nutrition coach Alexis Lahner<\/a> shared that a diversity jar with rotating ingredients is one of her favorite ways to boost gut health.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou\u2019re serving up as many plants as you packed in, all through a sprinkle. I use this mix every single day. It\u2019s my favorite topper to salads and a weekly prep. I always get excited to change up,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

This customizable quality is part of what Hadley says makes these jars so accessible and adoptable. <\/p>\n

\u201cYou can make one\u00a0jar\u00a0with nuts and seeds as a topping for yogurt or oatmeal, and another with roasted beans and freeze-dried veggies to sprinkle over salads or grain bowls,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

Hadley likes to keep a jar of herbs and spices handy for transforming dishes from bland to dynamically flavored and inherently gut-boosting. <\/p>\n

\u201cThe small act of adding a spoonful of these mixtures to your meals is an easy way to increase variety, boost nutrients, and support long-term gut health without overhauling your entire diet,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

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