Dr. Nina Walsh continues her discussion of the benefits of fermented food and beverages from Russia. She shares her recipes for creating kefir and tvorog, which are traditional forms of Russian yogurt and cottage cheese. Both of thee fermented dairy products have a rich history and are associated with good health and long life.
Dr. Nina Walsh continues her discussion of the benefits of fermented food and beverages from Russia. She shares her recipes for creating mead and Okroshka, a chilled soup. Both mead and Okroshka have a long history that goes back to ancient times. Both recipes make a delightful and refreshing addition for a summer party.
Kombucha tea and kvas, a fermented Russian bread drink, are believed to help the digestion and stimulate the immune system. In this podcast, Dr. Nina Walsh continues her discussion of the benefits of fermentation, and shares her recipes for creating kombucha and kvas.
Fermented foods can be part of a healthy digestive regime, and in many cases can help prevent illnesses that are the result of poor gut health. In this podcast, Dr. Nina Walsh continues her discussion of the benefits of fermentation, and shares her recipes for fermenting pickles and beets.
Fermentation is a centuries old tradition of preserving and preparing foods. It is practiced across many cultures. Fermentation can be used to create a more richly nuanced menu. Many of these old traditions are now been revived as part of living a healthier lifestyle. In this podcast, Dr. Nina Walsh continues her discussion of the benefits of fermentation, the Russian cultural traditions of fermentation, and the wide variety of foods that can be fermented.
One of the most effective ways to stimulate your microbiome and improve digestive health is by eating foods packed with probiotics—which are found in fermented foods. Almost any vegetable can be fermented, and fermenting farm-fresh produce is a great way to provide good nutrition year-round. Dr. Nina Walsh discusses the benefits of fermentation, the cultural traditions behind fermentation, and what you need to get started fermenting foods yourself.