For cooks, keeping the flavor and freshness of a harvest—and storing it for later use—has given fermented foods a major role in many cuisines. The process of fermentation, an ancient food preservation ...

Fermented foods support digestion, improve gut health, and boost immunity naturally. This is why they matter, and five easy, ...

Each subtle cultural or personal twist to a fermented dish is felt by your body's microbial community. microgen/iStock via Getty Images Many people around the world make and eat fermented foods.

CONCORD — At a recent class on fermentation at Verrill Farm, we learned about bacteria, gases, acidity, salt brine, burping, bad fuzz, fizz, mold, and rot. Yes, the relevant vocabulary for the process ...

Fermented foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, miso and even yogurt are having a big moment, and it’s not just because they’re trendy. A 2024 medical study found that fermented foods boost your mood, ...

A recent review article by a large international team of researchers, published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition, outlined the aims for evaluating the health risks and benefits of fermented foods ...

Fermented foods are good for gut health, but they're not a central part of the American diet. A dietitian shares how she incorporates them daily.