Probiotics

The importance of probiotics for our health is enormous. The gut and its intestinal flora play a crucial role in our overall well-being. The beneficial effects of probiotics begin with better digestion and help in the absorption of nutrients.

Another significant advantage of these beneficial probiotic bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract is the displacement of harmful putrefactive bacteria, fungi, and other parasites. An example of this is the yeast fungus Candida albicans, which can affect our intestines.

However, Candida only becomes harmful if it can spread excessively, that is, if there are not enough probiotic bacteria to keep it in the shaft. Not only is Candida infection uncomfortable, but it can also promote the spread of cancer cells and should, therefore, be treated unconditionally. To prevent a Candida infection, the consumption of fermented vegetables can be beneficial.

Probiotic bacteria are also needed for the immune system. It is estimated that the intestinal flora accounts for about 60 to 80 percent of our immune system because the intestinal bacteria not only kill putrefactive bacteria or fungi but can apparently trigger immune responses throughout the body.

Probiotic bacteria are naturally produced by fermentation of foods. In the next sections, we will describe the fermentation process and types and also explain how you can make your own freshly fermented food that is still raw and full of live cultures.