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Gut Health and Leftovers: Why Dahi Rice Deserves a Comeback
In this episode of Zara and Omie, titled “Revenge of the Leftovers," what starts as a typical mealtime complaint turns into a gut health revelation.
Zara’s not thrilled to see yesterday’s rice show up again.
“Didn’t we already eat this?” she grumbles — and honestly, who hasn’t had that exact thought staring down leftovers?
But what follows is a twist only gut microbes could love:
That same rice has now been chilled, fermented, and evolved into a superfood rich in resistant starch — a powerful fuel for the beneficial bacteria in your gut.
As Misha cheekily puts it:
“Mum knows things. And so do microbes.”
From skepticism to surprise to total surrender (“Okay, fine. The microbes made me do it.”), this comic delivers both laughs and a lightbulb moment about the benefits of traditional foods like dahi rice — a simple, probiotic-packed staple in many households.
Whether you’re a nutrition nerd, a busy parent, or just someone who loves a smart comic strip, Revenge of the Leftovers is a reminder that gut health doesn’t have to be complicated — or boring.
Read the full comic below 👇
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