22 Feb 2016
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Fermentation benefits

Boost your mood and gut health with yogurt

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Studies show that yogurt can increase levels of serotonin, the “feel-good” neurotransmitter, making it a tasty way to help fight depression.

Plus, cultured and fermented foods promote good gut health. That’s critical since the gut is where most of the body’s serotonin is found.

Other fermented foods to add to your shopping list: kefir, sauerkraut, pickles and kimchee. Besides boosting your mood, they’ll also add beneficial bacteria that protect the lining of the gut and prevent inflammation throughout the body.

 

Source: Mind Body Green
Copyright: Lori Shemek