Post pool salad hits
I recently tried incorporating a gut-friendly salad into my daily routine, inspired by the idea of combining apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and various mineral-rich sea salts. What I love about this salad is how adaptable it is — you can easily mix in different ingredients depending on what you have on hand or your taste preferences. One key tip I found helpful is using polyphenol-rich olive oil, which is known for its antioxidant properties that support skin health and reduce inflammation. The olive oil brand I used was recommended for its quality and polyphenol content, making the salad dressing not only flavorful but also beneficial. Adding apple cider vinegar boosts digestion and adds a nice tang to the salad. It can initially cause some gassiness, so I started with smaller amounts until my gut adjusted. Another secret to my salad dressing's flavor is the generous use of sea salt varieties—sometimes pink Himalayan salt or iodine-fortified salt—to add trace minerals that are often lacking in regular table salt. Though it might seem unconventional to put salt on salad, it truly enhances the taste and balances the acidity from the vinegar. This dressing is so good that I now use it on more than just salads—sometimes as a dressing for grilled vegetables or as a dip. Finally, the best part about this salad is its simplicity. It’s a 'lazy girl salad' for sure—just mix the key ingredients, toss with your favorite greens, and enjoy a nourishing meal that supports gut health and skin glow. If you haven’t tried adding these ingredients together in a salad dressing, I highly recommend giving it a shot because it’s not just healthy but delicious too.










































































