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What is the gut health impact score and how is it calculated for each food?
What is the gut health impact score and how is it calculated for each food?
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Written by Dr Sarah Berry
Updated over a week ago

The gut health impact represents our prediction of how healthy this meal is for your gut, compared to other meals of similar calories. A higher score is better for your gut health.

The score is based on how well a meal supports your microbiome, and includes the fibre content of the meal and how processed the food is. Foods which contribute to good gut health, such as many fruits and vegetables, are linked to improved long-term health. 

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