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1. Fermented foods and probiotics for health part two
Most common fermented products include:
Rejuvelac
Rejuvelac is a nutritious and energizing fermented tonic made from sprouted
grains. Rejuvelac contains B vitamins and the vitamins E and K.
Ingredients
4 cups of any whole grain – wheat, rye, buckwheat, spelt
Sauerkraut
The sauerkraut you buy in jars is heat treated, so the only way to gain the full
benefit is by making your own. Luckily it is very easy to do and has a long shelf
life. Sauerkraut also is a good source of vitamins A and C.
Ingredients
1 large cabbage with the outer leaves (you’ll need around 2kg of cabbage)
3tbsp Celtic sea or Himalayan salt
Cashew Yoghurt
This is a vegan alternative to dairy yogurt that is super easy to make. A natural
bacteria on the outside of the cashew nut causes this yoghurt to ferment.
Ingredients
Raw cashews (this means regular untoasted, not the truly raw variety. All cashews
we buy are extracted with heat to get them out of the pods and to neutralize
toxins)
Kefir
Kefir is a fermented drink made from grains. It can be made with water but is
most commonly made on milk, resulting in a healthful probiotic drink that is high
in lactobacillus and other bacteria. Kefir grains can be bought online and is shared
between culture enthusiasts. See the references below for sources.
TIPS

2. You can use the kefir grains to ferment non dairy liquids, such as coconut milk,
juice, water and honey, nut milk or rice milk. Simply rinse the grains and put them
in water for a few hours to remove the dairy. The process is the same as
described above so experiment with it! Kefir juice makes a great effervescent
drink that is high in probiotics.
There are of course dozens of other things that you could ferment easily at home.
For further reading we recommend Wild Fermentation by Sandor Ellix Katz.
Foods that will reduce your good bacteria
So now that you are all set to build your army of probiotic helpers, it makes sense
to cut back on those things that might kill them off in your gut. Things that cause
dysbiosis and are unfavourable to your good bacteria include soft drinks, cordial,
sugar, alcohol, potato, white bread and a low intake of fresh fruit, vegetables and
whole grains.
For more information on fermented products or natural probiotics, contact your
local naturopath, massage Brisbane or chiropractor Brisbane professional.
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