The fermentation of fruits and vegetables is a method of preserving food that utilizes lactic acid bacteria to carry out the process of fermentation. The result is a product with a high level of flavor and nutritional value that can be stored for many days without fear of spoilage. So what are the characteristics of fermented fruits and vegetables, and what health benefits can one derive from them?
They're easily assimilable
The fermentation process aids in better digestion of the product – the proportion of healthy bacteria in ferments lessens the quantity of health-harming substances. This phenomenon occurs with various enzymes, nitrates, or salivary acids that are not advantageous to the body. Ferments act as a source of probiotics and boost the bioavailability of vitamins necessary for the correct functioning of the body.
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