2627: Its Alive! The Fantastic Frontiers of Fermented Food by David Cameron-Smith of Les Mills

Published: July 11, 2024, 7 a.m.

b'Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\\nEpisode 2627:\\nFermentation has been a staple of human diets for millennia, offering not only preservation but also enhancing flavor and nutritional value. David Cameron-Smith delves into the fascinating world of fermented foods, uncovering their historical roots, the microbiological magic behind them, and their modern-day health benefits.\\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lesmills.com/fit-planet/nutrition/fantastic-fermentation/\\nQuotes to ponder:\\n"These tiny bugs begin the process of digesting the food, but in so doing they make a whole new cocktail of interesting products, not least alcohol."\\n"The unique properties of the fermentation bacteria generate complex, alluring and undeniable flavors. Life would be bland and boring without bacteria!"\\n"Probiotic bacteria reset the optimal balance of the gut microbiome. Exactly how this occurs remains a scientific mystery, and it is one of the exciting frontiers of nutritional research right now."\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'