Using sound judgment to be more self-reliant.
First off, I make no claims that this is authentic Korean kimchi – but it is tasty. The recipe is adapted from the original “Wild Fermentation” book by Sandor Katz. He called it “Baechu (Cabbage) Kimchi”.
We decided to give the recipe try last year when we had a bumper crop of cabbage and an assortment of other bits like snow peas and radishes. Thus, “clean the garden kimchi” was born….
Mead may be the world’s oldest alcoholic beverage. Many modern versions are just for enjoyment, but we’ll show you why (and how) to brew old school (naturally fermented) mead.
Why naturally fermented? Beyond the unique flavor possibilities of wild ferments, they also have probiotic and potential medicinal qualities. In a world where antibiotic resistant bacteria are becoming a growing problem, our old ally and “drink of the gods” may come to our rescue again.
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Since I brew my own kombucha, I’m always experimenting with different ideas for how to flavor it. In this post, I share some fun ideas for holiday kombucha flavors for a unique seasonal brew.
For those who’ve never sampled kombucha, as my grandmother used to say, “Try it, you might like it!” Fermented foods (and drinks) are wonderful for helping digestion – especially this time of year when we may be eating a little less healthy at holiday parties.
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It seems like every time you turn on the news there’s another food recall. If you check the FDA food recall list, there are literally dozens of products listed at any given time. Big gatherings where food sits out for hours – for instance, potlucks – often end up with people ill from some degree of food poisoning. There are ways you can help protect yourself from salmonella and e coli naturally.
Note: This article contains advice on general food safety and boosting your immune system. It is for general information purposes only.If you are experiencing severe pain, vomiting, diarrhea or other complications, please consult your healthcare practitioner immediately! I am not a doctor, I am only sharing what works for me and my family.
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Water kefir is a great way to kick the soda habit, and an easy way to get more probiotics into your diet. My kids like it better than kombucha, because it has a milder, less acidic flavor. (Compare water kefir and kombucha.) There’s still a certain muskiness to it from the fermentation. You’re not going to pass this off as regular soda, but it makes a nice, naturally carbonated option for those of us who avoid sugary drinks and artificial sweeteners. Once you purchase your grains, you should be able to continue culturing indefinitely. It’s much cheaper than buying soda or carbonated water, and healthier, too….
