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Season 13 • Episode 7 • Chokatsu: Improving Gut Health
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Japanology Plus Season 13, Episode 7: Chokatsu: Improving Gut Health
Our bodies are home to trillions of bacteria that influence our physical health and mental well-being. We explore Japan's relationship with fermented foods and "chokatsu," or gut-related activities. Watch Japanology Plus Season 13, Episode 7 Chokatsu: Improving Gut Health in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Japanology Plus Season 13, Episode 7 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Episodes
8 episodes
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Chokatsu: Improving Gut Health
Our bodies are home to trillions of bacteria that influence our physical health and mental well-being. We explore Japan's relationship with fermented foods and "chokatsu," or gut-related activities.
28 min
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