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 ...

What is fermentation, and how can eating fermented foods support better gut health? Here's what to know—and which foods to try for digestive benefits.

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

Kefir: Of all fermented foods, kefir is among the most well-studied. It “contains a mixed symbiotic community of lactic acid bacteria and modulates microbiota composition more broadly than yogurt,” ...

That bottle of probiotic pills sitting in your refrigerator cost you nearly $50, but what if the real digestive heroes were hiding in humble jars on the shelf below? Fermented foods have been quietly ...

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, ...

Fermented foods have been a cornerstone of human diets for millennia, offering preservation and health benefits. Long before refrigeration, fermentation extended the shelf life of perishable foods by ...

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.

I only developed an enthusiasm for fermented foods a few years ago. I used to not even like yogurt, whereas now I eat it almost every day—and I’m always happy to reach for kimchi, miso and sauerkraut.

Walk into any grocery store and you’ll find an entire aisle dedicated to fermented foods promising to revolutionize your gut health. Kombucha, kimchi, kefir, and cultured everything line the shelves ...