In an August 15 Instagram post, Dr. Saurabh Sethi—a gastroenterologist with training from AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford—shared eight breakfast ideas scientifically designed to nurture gut health. Among them, the South Indian combination of idli with sambhar and coconut chutney stands out: its fermented batter offers probiotics, while sambhar and coconut chutney boost fiber and plant-based protein, collectively feeding gut bacteria and promoting digestion

. Other gut-friendly breakfasts include Greek yogurt with berries and chia seeds (probiotics, antioxidants, omega-3s); steel-cut oatmeal with flaxseed and slightly green banana (soluble fiber, prebiotics, blood sugar control); veggie omelette with multigrain toast (lean protein and complex carbs); eggs with minimally processed sausage and avocado toast; tofu scramble with sautéed vegetables (plant protein and phytonutrients); whole-grain avocado toast (fiber, healthy fats, resistant starch); and poha with vegetables and peanuts (light, fiber-rich, and nutrient-dense)