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Fermented foods have gained attention due to their possible health benefits, with more studies being conducted to determine their role in healthy diets. As discussed in an episode of AFN’s Doctors+ podcast series titled The Gut-Brain Axis , the following are examples of fermented foods:
- Kefir
- Kombucha
- Kimchi
- Sourdough bread
- Miso Soup
- Tempeh
- Pickles – make sure jar says “naturally fermented” or brined in water and salt instead of vinegar. Watch that salt intake though!
- Sauerkraut – Again, be mindful of the salt.
- Yogurt– look for “live and live cultures” on the packaging.