Mission Restaurant Supply Promotes Healthy Fermented Foods
Research indicates significant health benefits related to a wide variety of fermented food products that please the palate.
San Antonio, Texas, December 3, 2015 (Newswire.com) - Many people would be surprised to hear that some fermented foods, like pickles have health benefits beyond adding texture and flavor to a sandwich or hamburger. Several fermented foods have recently been recognized as an excellent way to balance digestive health and keep bad bacteria under control. The digestive system relies on good bacteria to properly break down food and support the body's functions. The most popular fermented foods for introducing fermentation into an everyday diet include pickles, yogurt, miso, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, kombucha, and kefir.
Pickles go beyond the traditional pickled cucumber. Many fruits and vegetables can be pickled and consumed for better gut health. Pickled fruits and vegetables should be pickled in brine instead of vinegar because brine increases good bacteria within the food, which is important for the digestive system. Yogurt is another popular fermented food and is excellent at restoring good bacteria to the gut. Selecting a yogurt can be difficult because of the wide variety of brands and types available, but all natural yogurt is the best option for digestive health. Yogurts that have been sweetened and over processed do not offer as many health benefits.
Another fermented food to try is miso. Miso is a fermented paste made from rice, soybeans or barley, and is often used to add an umami flavor to many dishes. Miso is high in sodium so it should be used in small portions. Fermenting cabbage actually releases many nutrients such as vitamins C and K and creates sauerkraut, a German condiment commonly used on hot dogs that contains many beneficial bacteria. Tempeh is fermented soybeans and has a nutty flavor. Vegetarians often incorporate tempeh into their diet because it is high in protein and additionally has probiotic benefits. Kimchi is a popular and traditional Korean dish made from fermented radish, scallion, cucumber, and cabbage. Kimchi is not only beneficial for gut health but also contains high amounts of fiber, vitamin C, and carotene. Kombucha is a fermented beverage made from green or sweet black tea. Yeast and bacteria feed off the sugar within the drink to ferment it. Finally, kefir is another fermented beverage but unlike Kombucha is made with milk. Kefir can also be made using coconut milk for those with lactose intolerance. Incorporating fermented foods into a balanced diet can contribute to better digestive health by supporting good bacteria.
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