New Heart Health Warning for Anyone Who Drinks Smoothies

Do popular gut-friendly foods, drinks place heart health at risk?

The British Heart Foundation has issued a warning about the hidden dangers to heart health that certain popular gut-friendly foods and drinks could pose. But should you really worry?

Warning issued over ‘potential drawbacks’ of kimchi, kombucha and fruit smoothies

The British Heart Foundation has urged consumers to look more closely at labels on these popular gut-friendly products

Health warning over two gut-friendly foods putting your heart at risk

Britons have been warned that trendy foods touted for their gut-friendly properties may carry a hidden risk for cardiovascular health. Products such as kimchi, kombucha and fruit smoothies have surged in popularity among health-conscious Britons looking to improve their digestive wellbeing, but they often contain concealed levels of salt and sugar that could undermine their supposed benefits.The BHF has now released fresh guidance urging consume…

Heart charity issues health warning over kimchi, kombucha and smoothies

Experts have warned there are 'risks'

New heart health warning for anyone who drinks smoothies

The experts have also warned over foods like kimchi and drinks like kombucha

Do popular gut-friendly foods, drinks place heart health at risk? - Health Care Today

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) issued a statement on Friday, March 27, 2026 warning about the hidden dangers to heart health that certain popular gut-friendly foods and drinks could pose. Some of the foods and drinks listed by the BHF included, kimchi, sauerkraut, kombucha, and fruit smoothies. Cardiology dietitian Michelle Routhenstein unpicks the BHF’s warning, and explains what to be mindful of when looking for a diet that protects both t…