What is fermentation? “Fermented” and “cultured” are used interchangeably when discussing food. They refer to a natural process where sugars are transformed into new products through chemical reactions from bacteria, yeast, and fungi. One of these products is Co2, which provides effervescence in kombucha (and beer!). Fermentation also produces the beneficial bacteria in yogurt, miso,…
The Zest – Health Benefits of Fermented Foods
