My Gut Health Routine That Doesn’t Involve Kimchi

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I love a good wellness trend. But some of these gut health girlies are out here raw-dogging kimchi at 8AM and acting like it’s normal.

I tried. I really did. But fermented cabbage just doesn’t spark joy.

So I made it my mission to build a gut routine that actually feels cute, works without trauma, and keeps me bloat-free in bikinis without sacrificing taste buds or sanity.

Welcome to Gut Health for Hot Girls—the kimchi-free edition.

1. Morning Lemon Water, But Make It Elevated

Yes, I still do the hot lemon water thing—but I leveled it up with:

  • A pinch of pink Himalayan salt for minerals
  • A splash of aloe juice (I swear by it for digestion)
  • Sometimes a dash of apple cider vinegar, if I’m feeling brave

It’s like a gentle internal shower that whispers, “Let’s digest things like European girls do.”

2. Probiotic Magic—Without the Funk

No weird fermented jars here. I keep it cute and easy with:

  • A non-dairy probiotic capsule (look for one with at least 20B CFUs)
  • Or a shot of coconut water kefir (mild, sweet, and gut-loving)

Bonus points: I store my probiotics next to my skincare so I never forget. Pretty girl digestion > chaos digestion.

3. Gut Health = Nervous System Health

Here’s the tea no one tells you: your gut is deeply petty and reacts to your stress like a dramatic ex. If you’re anxious, overwhelmed, or doomscrolling on an empty stomach—your gut feels it.

So every day, I do one of these:

  • A quick 5-minute breathwork sesh
  • EFT tapping (don’t knock it till you try it)
  • Journaling out stress before meals so I don’t eat in panic mode

4. My Digestive Besties

These are my go-to de-bloat queens:

  • Ginger tea (warm, comforting, helps everything move)
  • Peppermint capsules (miracle for gas + indigestion)
  • Magnesium citrate at night for gentle “movement” if ya know what I mean

Also… I eat pineapple almost daily because it’s cute and has enzymes. Functional ✨and✨ flirty.

5. The Hot Girl Plate Method

Instead of obsessing over food rules, I follow the “Hot Girl Plate” formula:

  • Protein (for blood sugar + metabolism)
  • Healthy fats (avocado, olive oil, seeds)
  • Fiber-rich carbs (veggies, fruit, sweet potato, or a little sourdough)
  • No side of shame included

This keeps me full, satisfied, and not bloated like a deflated pool float.

6. Things I Don’t Do (and Don’t Miss)

  • I don’t chug ice water with meals (bad for digestion, sorry)
  • I don’t snack 24/7 (I give my gut breaks to digest like the boss she is)
  • I don’t take random supplements I saw on TikTok (unless I’ve researched the heck out of them)

And no—still no kimchi. Not even a cute pickled radish.

Final Note from Soleau Club

Gut health doesn’t have to feel gross, overwhelming, or smell like a fermented nightmare.

It can be:

  • chic,
  • intuitive,
  • and a little luxurious.

All it takes is the right ritual and a few ride-or-die habits that work for you. So ditch the shame, keep the glow, and listen to your body (not just your For You Page).

Because a happy gut = a hot girl.

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