A ginger bug is conceived through the presh process of lacto-fermentation and is used a natural soda starter, much like our recently made water kefir. Easy to make, our bug packs pro-gut bacteria along side ginger's saving grace.
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Xoxo yr gut: Water Kefir
Water kefir is a lacto-fermented drink made from sugar water, juice, or coconut water. Unlike its more famous cousin milk kefir, water kefir is a dairy-free. Water kefir is not only easy to make, it is a delicious, bubbling over with healthy bacteria.
Read MoreXoxo yr gut: Rejuvalac
Rejuvelac is a raw food beverage made from sprouted wheat berries that are then soaked and fermented in water for about 2 days. The process of fermentation pre-digests the wheat, making it easier for our bodies to utilize the nutrients.
Read MoreXoxo yr gut: Fermentation 101 & Sunflower Seed Cheese Recipe
Seed cheese is an aerobic fermentation process that is very simple to make. The texture and taste is so distinctly delicious - much more than a non-dairy cheese available in most stores. With extra healthy bacteria to boot.
Read Morexoxo yr gut: garbanzo bean tempeh
It just takes a little bit of know-how and a few weird ingredients to nom yr way through tempeh heaven. This fermented favsie is packed with protein and bursting with good bacteria.
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So FYI, Thanksgiving is in a few days. This event can typically bring excitement to anyone who enjoys eating and/or cooking. Food blogs overfloweth with exotic variations of green been casserole.
Read Morexoxo yr gut: DIY non-dairy yogurt
What better way to spend a rainy afternoon than making yogurt and listening to the local reggae show? Like most things homemade, making your own yogurt has the store-bought stuff beat.
Read Morexoxo yr gut: kimchi fervor
There are a few methods to making kimchi: pressed, brine, and paste. I have experimented with all methods, but I find the one I am presenting you with today is easiest for beginners.
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