What is LACTO -FERMENTATION?

WHAT IS LACTO -FERMENTATION ?

The “lacto” stands for lactobacillus bacteria. Not to be confused with lactose. Lacto-fermentation doesn’t use dairy.

Lacto-fermentation is the oldest form of food preservation in the world.  It involves only salt, water and vegetables. The salt water brine creates an anaerobic environment (free of oxygen) where only lactobacillus bacteria can survive. The lactobacillus bacteria act as a preservative, keeping harmful bacteria from living in the ferment.

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF LACTO-FERMENTED FOODS

• They help digest our food. The bacteria in fermented foods break down the food we eat, so our bodies can absorb the nutrients in our food. Better digestion helps you poop better, reduces constipation and diarrhea.

• Increases immune function. Up to 80% of our immune system is found in the gut. Eating fermented foods adds good bacteria to our guts to help maintain the balance we need for a healthy immune system.

• Eating fermented foods can increase your energy, because the bacteria in your gut are allowing more vitamins and minerals to be absorbed and used by your body.

• Can reduce brain fog, anxiety, moodiness and depression.