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Learn to Love: Fermented Foods

Fri, 05/09/2008 - 8:00am by FitSugar
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Just the term "fermented foods" sounds, well a little . . . odd. Yogurt, an every day fave, is a fermented food. Add to that list the international flavors of sauerkraut, Korean kimchi, and miso. These foods all contain probiotics, lactobacilli created during the fermentation process, which have been shown to reduce breast cancer risk, protect against yeast infections, and boost immunity. They even help with the absorption of the mineral iron. Who knew that a modest bowl of miso was a probiotic powerhouse?

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  • michlny's picture
    michlny
    1

    I love fermented foods! From kimchi to miso to tempeh to sourkraut!
    Healthy foods ARE delicious!

    1 week 1 day ago Report Comment
  • kia's picture
    kia
    2

    I had no idea that the probiotic lactobacilli could help reduce breast cancer risk or that it helped in iron absorption. This is news to me and luckily I think miso is yummy.

    1 week 1 day ago Report Comment
  • LOVErickii's picture
    LOVErickii
    7

    its good to know the foods i love are good for me too
    bring on the miso & kimchii!

    1 week 1 day ago Report Comment
  • squirrellypoo's picture
    squirrellypoo
    9

    that's great that miso contains probiotic - I didn't know that! I can't stand the taste of yoghurt so I was afraid my poor stomach was missing out.

    1 week 23 hours ago Report Comment
  • oilinwater's picture
    oilinwater
    11

    I have the flu and I am absolutely CRAVING the live cultures of Kombucha. I wish some nearby stores would stock this amazing fermented drink.

    I have some miso in the fridge though - thanks for the reminder! Love the miso!

    1 week 21 hours ago Report Comment
  • EastVillageAmy's picture
    EastVillageAmy
    12

    Everytime I've tried miso it tasted very similar to bacon and grossed me out. But I'm good with the other stuff.

    1 week 19 hours ago Report Comment
  • Puzzle2397's picture
    Puzzle2397
    15

    Looks like all the kimchi i'll be eating in South Korea will be doing me some good =)

    5 days 22 hours ago Report Comment

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