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Pumpkin spice isn’t just a fall personality trait. It is also a blend of plants your gut microbes recognize: Cinnamon brings natural antimicrobial compounds studied for fighting off unwelcome gut bacteria.¹ Ginger has been studied for anti-inflammatory properties, gut motility, and its relationship to microbial diversity.²,³ Nutmeg contains plant compounds that may act as prebiotic substrates for beneficial gut bacteria.⁴ Cloves are one of the most antioxidant-rich spices, with compounds studied for their role in supporting gut barrier integrity.⁵,⁶ And pumpkin brings the thing your microbiome loves most: fiber.⁷ So yes, even your gut microbiome can enjoy pumpkin spice season.

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