Boost Your Gut Health with Miso Soup: One of Japanese Secrets to Longevity [Video]

America’s youngest generations slowly drive attention and interest to one of Japan’s oldest foods. While only 3% of the population identifies as vegan, that number doubles when isolated to millennials and Gen Z. One of those generations favorite staples – the fermented soybean paste known as miso.

Miso comes up in social media nearly 15% more often than last year, and more than 5% of restaurants offer Miso on their menus. The most popular pairings are miso-based snacks and miso soup.

In 2022, rice, barley, and soybean miso were examined for perceived health benefits. Researchers found miso to possess anticancer, antihypertensive, antiobesity, and anti‐inflammatory properties, as well as the ability to eliminate gastrointestinal diseases.

While more study needs to be made, if you’re looking to improve the well-being of your gut, one simple and delicious way is to incorporate miso soup into your regular diet.

What Is Miso Soup?

This Japanese cuisine staple contains dashi (Japanese soup stock), miso, simple vegetables, and …