Sesame Noodle Salad by Dr. Steven Gundry (Plant Paradox)

I make this salad every summer! In San Diego, our fall is extended summer, so go ahead and eat this prebiotic salad warm or cold:)

Salad Ingredients

• 3 packets of Miracle Noodles
• 1/2 of Purple Cabbage (shredded)
• 1 cup of Broccoli Slaw
• 1/2 Red onion (sliced) or green onions or both:)
• Add avocado and fresh mint

Dressing Ingredients

• 1/4 cup coconut aminos
• 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp of sesame oil
• 2 Tbsp of tahini
• 3 Garlic Cloves, minced
• Juice of a lime/lemon
• 1 tsp honey or monkfruit
• I added hot sauce for heat (sriracha) and some ginger, and reduced the sesame oil and added some olive oil

As a Certified Functional Nutritional Counselor (who reviews clients' functional labs), a lot of us could use more good bacteria (Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus), and Short Chain Fatty Acids (SCFA), which support our mucosa and our immune system. Check out why I like this salad. 

• Commensal bacteria: The human gut contains trillions of microorganisms, collectively called the gut microbiome. A large portion of this consists of "good gut buddies," or commensal bacteria, that support digestion, regulate immune responses, and protect against harmful bacteria.
• Prebiotics: These are non-digestible plant fibers that act as food for your gut bacteria. Unlike probiotics, which add live bacteria to your system, prebiotics fuel the beneficial microbes already present. When fermented by gut microbes, they produce beneficial compounds called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which support the immune system.
• Konjac root: The root of the konjac plant contains a high concentration of glucomannan, a type of soluble dietary fiber. This glucomannan is the key prebiotic component. It passes through your digestive system undigested until it reaches the large intestine, where it is fermented by gut bacteria.
• The connection: Because of its high glucomannan content, konjac root acts as an effective prebiotic. It provides a food source for beneficial bacteria like Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus, which helps these "good buddies" flourish and support a balanced gut microbiome. 

If you are currently struggling to add fiber to your digestive system because it's causing bloating and distension, it's your body sending you a signal for help. Please consider booking a complimentary Tier 1 or Tier 2 session, and I'll walk you through my program.

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