Make friends with fermented foods
Fermented foods like miso and sauerkraut are rich in probiotics that help nourish healthy gut bacteria. Watch Robin Miller, MD, share how to get the most benefit and flavor from fermented foods.
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To get the most health benefits and flavor, choose raw and unpasteurized products surrounded by a lot of liquid in the jar.
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Hi. I'm Dr. Miller. Fermented foods like kimchi and sauerkraut are among the hottest trends among chefs these days.
That's great news for flavor. But even better, fermented foods are rich in probiotics that help nourish healthy gut
bacteria and happy digestion. They're especially beneficial for people with irritable bowel syndrome and other digestive woes.
Miso, tempeh, and kefir are other types of fermented foods. It's easy to find terrific fermented foods at supermarkets, health food stores, and ethnic markets.
To get the most health benefits and flavor, choose raw and unpasteurized products surrounded by a lot of liquid in the jar.
You could also make your own sauerkraut at home. Here's how. Shred 5 pounds of cabbage, then sprinkle it
with 3 tablespoons of salt. Place that concoction in a pot with a weighted lid. Keep it in a cool place like your pantry
for a couple of days. The sugar in the cabbage will convert to lactic acid that prevents the cabbage from rotting and encourages the growth of healthy bacteria called
lactobacilli. Serve your tasty kraut as a condiment with soup, stews, sandwiches, or roast meat.
I'm Dr. Miller. Watch all our smart tips for more ways to nourish your health.
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