Tag: fermentation
Kimchi – Fermented health benefits
One of the most well-known Korean dishes is called kimchi. It is fermented cabbage that originated from the concept that not all vegetables are available and fresh year-round. Some kimchi recipes contain other vegetables as well including cucumber, carrot, radish,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Nutrition, Weight Loss
Apple cider vinegar – A serving a day for many reasons
When yeast is added to traditional apple juice, the fruit sugar turns into alcohol. That is the premise of fermentation. The bacterium in this alcohol then becomes acetic acid. This acid is the culprit for the sour taste and smell… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Nutrition, Weight Loss
The Trifecta of Fermented Foods, Vital for Health
Fermented foods are essential for gut health. A look at traditional cultures shows that all included a variety of fermented foods in their diet to ensure optimal health. These cultures understood the importance of fermenting their food for both nutrition… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Food, Health, Home, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Personal Care, Recipes
Fresh, Frozen, Canned or Dried: What’s the Best Fruit to Use When Home-Fermenting Drinks?
My kitchen is always brewing up some sort of fermented beverage. Upon switching to a cleaner and healthier diet, I felt the need to eliminate pop, and also to increase probiotics. I am happy that I was able to both,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Medicine, Nutrition, Nutritional Medicine
Why Mason Jars are amazing… and not just because they look pretty on Pinterest
We use them for DIY projects, for sipping on a smoothies or in place of a vase for a beautiful flower arrangements and have kept a close eye as the beloved Mason Jar has become widely popular among social media … 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Health, Holistic Medicine, Home, Nutrition, Nutritional Medicine, Personal Care, Recipes
Homemade Probiotic Dijon Mustard Recipe
With grocery prices increasing a bottle of Dijon mustard is typically $3.99-$10.00 but you can make 3 times the amount for less than $5. Not too mention the dangerous hidden additives that are usually included in store bought condiments. Plus,… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Health, Nutrition, Nutritional Medicine, Recipes
Homemade Probiotic Salsa Verde Recipe
I love a good salsa verde sauce, especially over enchiladas. In my quest to eliminate commercial bought products and make my own healthier foods, I decided to try my hand at making tomatillo sauce for chicken enchiladas. I couldn’t believe… 0 Shares | | Posted in Food, Health, Recipes
