Marketers sell expensive supplements and microbiome tests as gut-health fixes. But according to NPR News, the actual evidence is more straightforward. While your gut microbiome does matter, many popular claims lack proof. What actually works? A diverse diet rich in fiber, stress management, and good sleep. The unsexy truth: the most important things for gut health aren't sold in bottles—they're in your daily choices.

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