Most canned sauerkraut has been pasteurized, which kills off the good bacteria. Purchase fresh sauerkraut (made without vinegar) to reap all the health benefits. Is all sauerkraut probiotic? Sauerkraut has become one of the most popular fermented foods to eat as part of a probiotic diet. But there’s a caveat.Read More →
Sauerkraut Too Salty? Just before eating, you can give your sauerkraut a quick rinse. This will wash off some but not all of the beneficial bacteria. Can you rinse sauerkraut to reduce sodium? If you must limit your salt intake, rinsing is recommended. Sandor Ellix Katz, aka Sandorkraut, and authorRead More →
Raw sauerkraut should have a distinctively fresh smell that makes you want to eat it. It should be crisp and feel clean. You don’t want to eat the sauerkraut if it fells slimy or smells rotten. process generates its own healthy lactic acid and other organic acids that preserve theRead More →