Your gut microbiome plays a powerful role in digestion, inflammation, mood, and overall health — and sugar has a major influence on which microbes thrive. In this blog, we explore how excess and added sugars disrupt microbial balance, weaken the gut barrier, and fuel inflammation, while whole-food sources of carbohydrate can support a healthy, diverse microbiome. Learn how small, realistic food shifts can help nourish beneficial bacteria, support gut resilience, and improve whole-body health without extreme restriction.