12 ways fermented foods heal your body and mind

audio by Pink floyd - Any color you like! www.mindbodygreen.com 12 Ways Fermented Foods Heal Your Body & Mind By Marcus Julian Felicetti Hippocrates, the father of medicine, said disease begins in the gut. So, it only stands to reason that health and beauty begin there, too. The importance of good bacteria in the gut is central to this. We want to increase this friendly bacteria, and one of the very best ways to do this is through fermented foods. As a yoga therapist that uses nutrition, I noticed a profound positive shift in my students' health when I began prescribing regular fermented foods as part of their daily diet. There are many kinds of fermented foods. Most can be easily made in your home by placing some starter culture in a jar with a food base. Alternatively, you can purchase them from most health food stores. Some of the healthiest fermented foods are: kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, apple cider vinegar (with "mother"), kombucha, mixed pickles, and tempeh. Fermentation occurs naturally when bacteria is given an opportunity to transform the carbohydrates into more complex substances. Here are twelve fantastic ways taking one meal a day that includes some quality fermented food will heal your body and mind: 1. Increase gut flora. This will strengthen digestion for better elimination of toxic waste through the bowels. Get clean from the inside out, and cleanse yourself of the old! 2. Clearer, smarter, sharper thinking mind. Any dysfunction of the brain is usually ...

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