Fermented vegetables such as sauerkraut, kimchi and cucumbers (a.k.a. “pickles”) are considered one of the next big things in foodie culture. They’re popping up on more and more restaurant menus, in recipe books and blogs, on supermarket shelves and in news on the latest health food trends. But pickles have actually been a staple for cultures...
Five Ways to beat the winter blues : Gut health is key
By now, many of us know that we need to look after our gut health! The question is how – there’s so much information out there and much of it is conflicting. Take this, don’t take that, eat this, no wait that’s bad for you, do this, no that’s bad too! It’s no wonder we...
Emotions play a huge role in our physical health, affecting everything from our muscles and posture to our hormones and mineral absorption. Stress, in particular, is a major issue, as it has become a chronic part of modern life for many people. To understand how it affects our digestive system – and how we can help...
Whether it’s an artisanal product like kefir, a popular cultural condiment like kimchi or a household staple such as yoghurt, fermented foods can be found all around the world. For over a thousand years, fermentation has been used as a way of changing and enhancing the foods and drinks people consume. It’s been used to create...
Today, Dr. William Davis delves into the fascinating world of Lactobacillus Reuteri and its impact on skin health, gut and overall well-being. From reducing wrinkles and boosting collagen to supporting muscle preservation and promoting emotional connection through increased oxytocin, this powerful probiotic strain offers numerous potential benefits. Read on to discover how L reuteri can enhance...
Have you ever gone to a store and thought “I’d love to grab some Milk Kefir, I’ve heard great things about it!” What if I told you that the regulations do not allow authentic products to be sold in stores? This is a new industry with no standard of identity when it comes to fermented foods. We are talking with an industry leader today, Sharon Flynn, as she shares her background with her company “The Fermentary.” Read on to learn about the easiest foods to ferment, why you should be adding fermented foods into your diet, and how keeping the authentic versions of ferments are better!
Mental health is something that is deeply important to me because I struggled with anxiety and depression for most of my life. I now have many tools in my toolkit to address it. My mental health is not perfect by any means but it has improved out of this world with the things I've learned....
There is so much information coming out about probiotics microbiome. I attended a Biotech pharma conference recently and it was evident that even the experts in the field are still finding their feet. It is such a novel science. Today I wanted to focus on the current state of the nation on probiotics.
The human body love baths because they relax us, lowering our blood sugar, and blood pressure levels preparing us for sleep. Whether you’ve had a long day at work or you just want to mellow out before bed, there isn’t much else better than taking a hard-earned hot bath. Taking a bath at the end of...
I had the pleasure of speaking with Professor Paul Cotter about fermented foods from a scientific perspective. He is one of the leading researchers in the field of Fermented foods. People can often be skeptical about fermented foods but today we will be diving into all of the science behind fermented foods! Read on to learn...
Agar Agar can be found in virtually every health food store and it’s fast becoming a staple for vegan and vegetarian dessert connoisseurs. As a thickening agent, it’s used for a variety of different recipes from jelly to pudding and soups and is the primary vegan substitute for gelatin. But Agar Agar is more than a...
