Lacto fermentation is the process of beneficial bacteria that are naturally occurring on vegetables and converting them to lactic acid. Not only is lacto fermented foods delicious but they are also rich in probiotics. Let's take a look at how to make these beneficial foods. You'll hear me talk about fermented foods quite frequently here and for good reason. If there is ever such a "health food" it should be this. I really dislike the term "super food" because we should really be
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Fermented Carrots Recipe
This fermented carrots recipe is a delicious way to eat probiotics. The classic carrot flavor and crunch you love, plus a little bit of sour tang that fermentation brings. The process couldn't be any easier, and the results are a gut healthy, probiotic rich superfood. Fermented Vegetables Fermented vegetables are the perfect addition to any simple meal. All the prep work is done ahead of time, so when the meal is ready they can go straight from the fridge to the table. That’s one less side
Kefir Ranch Dressing Recipe
Probiotic-rich kefir ranch dressing is a delicious way to add beneficial bacteria to your favorite foods. Top fresh greens with this dressing to make a salad bursting with flavor, or use it as a dip. This is a great way to add probiotics into your family's diet. A few weeks back, I shared three of our family's favorite salad dressings, but I wanted to share this kefir ranch dressing in addition to those, since it has the addition of homemade milk kefir. It's a delicious way
How To Make Fermented Jalapenos
A great way to add tons of flavor and probiotic rich foods to your meals, these fermented jalapenos are so simple and delicious. An easy way to preserve your summer harvest, learn how to make fermented jalapeños with just two ingredients. Ingredients you will need: jalapeños, salt, water, and a little time. This post contains affiliate links, which means I make a small commission at no extra cost to you. See my full disclosure here. Lacto-fermented veggies are one my most
Why We Drink Raw Milk
Today, I am sharing why we drink raw milk. I will go into the health benefits, risks and our personal experience with drinking raw milk. For Nine Years We have been drinking raw milk in our family for over nine years now. When my first daughter, Ruthie, was 18 months old, it became clear to me that we needed to think through the whole milk thing. It's funny how having a child makes you ponder health things more than anything else. I really should have been researching into all of this, when