These Are the 10 Absolute Worst Foods for Your Gut (3 of 6)

Dairy

As much as we once thought that a glass of milk was so good for us, we’ve found out just how poorly it moves through the body. It causes inflammation, mucus formation and wreaks havoc on the gut. There is also the possibility of consuming antibiotics through dairy, which originate from cows being given antibiotics. Instead of dairy, try non-dairy milk alternatives. Or look for organic, grass-fed milk.

Soy

This food component is very hard to avoid, as it is in a lot of foods you’d never imagine. Some soy is healthy, but for the most part, the soy that we consume has been genetically modified and highly processed. High soy diets ruin gut bacteria quickly. Instead, try looking for organic soy products.