182 search results for: fermented

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10 Brilliant Ways to Reduce Food Waste Daily

by The Chalkboard Mag Sep 21, 2018 1.8K Views

If you’re interested in living a low waste lifestyle, the best place to start is your kitchen. We waste food every day, but there are easy ways to lessen that impact without having to become a totally different person.

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10 Foods to Support Your Nervous System

by The Food Matters Team Feb 18, 2025 2.5K Views

It's essential to support your nervous system with nutrient-rich foods to enhance our brain function, reduce stress, and protect nerve cells. Discover the top foods and nutrients that promote resilience, cognitive health, and overall well-being.

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5 Foods You'd Never Expect to be Good For Gut Health

by James Colquhoun Jun 02, 2015 10K Views

By now you may know about the wonderful probiotic benefits of kombucha, kefir and sauerkraut. But we bet you didn't realize these everyday foods were good for your gut too!

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Cacao vs Ceremonial Cacao: Which is Right for You?

by The Food Matters Team Dec 01, 2024 3.5K Views

Discover the unique differences between cacao and ceremonial cacao, including their origins, health benefits, and how to incorporate each into your wellness routine. Learn how ceremonial cacao’s traditional preparation enhances its nutritional potency and supports mindful practices for mental clarity, heart health, and emotional well-being.

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7 Health Benefits of Garlic

by Tess Patrick Feb 01, 2020 2.9K Views

Garlic. A fragrant kitchen staple that punches well above its weight, but has developed a bad reputation for bad breath. Aside from warding off vampires and making a beautiful pasta sauce, garlic also houses a powerful compound - allicin. It’s mouthwatering, it’s satiating, and there’s an evergrowing list of health …

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6 Healing Benefits Of Probiotics

May 16, 2012 154K Views

After years of bad eating habits that left your gut inflamed and irritated, start treating your digestive system right! Start with this natural gut-healing recipe that uses the power of these whole foods to beat inflammation.

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Dementia (A Personal Story)

by Laurentine ten Bosch Apr 10, 2017 13K Views

Food Matters cofounder, Laurentine ten Bosch, shares her personal story about dealing with Alzheimer's.

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10 Ingredients Every Plant-Based Pantry Needs

by James Colquhoun Aug 13, 2019 29K Views

The benefits of a plant-based diet are abundant, but in order to get the most out of this healthy lifestyle choice, you should be well organized with a pantry stocked with the key ingredients to make your own delicious and nutritious meals.

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Is Revolutionary Pineapple Leather The Way For Sustainable Fashion?

by Ashleigh Jensen Aug 26, 2016 1.5K Views

Pineapple and kombucha clothing? Yes, it’s a ‘thing’! As more and more industries begin to adopt sustainable practices, the fashion and textile industry is just another one playing their part. Can fabrics made of food be the way to a sustainable future?

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Is Bacteria Controlling Your Brain?

by Amethyst Tagney Mar 01, 2018 5.7K Views

Although the bacteria in question resides in your digestive tract, scientists have reason to believe microbes can communicate and alter the way our brains function. Mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and autism are thought to be linked to the microbiome that lives inside us.

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How Your Gut Health Shapes Your Immune System

by The Food Matters Team Feb 11, 2025 2.7K Views

The health of your gut plays a critical role in regulating your immune system and preventing autoimmune conditions. Learn how leaky gut, diet, and lifestyle factors influence immunity and explore actionable steps to support a balanced gut microbiome for long-term wellness.

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How Fermentation Is A Meditation Practice

by Felicity Evans Mar 30, 2018 1.3K Views

The whole nature of fermentation is working with a living organism – it’s like having your own kitchen pet. It helps develop patience and asks you to fully participate in creating a delicious living product.

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Top 6 Sources of Plant-Based Protein

by James Colquhoun Nov 07, 2019 13K Views

Regardless of what lifestyle you live, meat eater or not, everyone can benefit from eating more plant foods. This article talks all about great sources of protein found in plants!

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Top Tips for Seasonally Adjusting Your Diet with Recipes

by The Food Matters Team Oct 08, 2024 1.6K Views

Learn how to seasonally adjust your diet for optimal health with nutrient-dense, locally sourced foods that align with the changing needs of your body throughout the year. Discover the benefits of eating seasonally and how to prepare fresh, nourishing meals for each season.

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Plant-based? What do you eat?

by Jay Mac May 30, 2017 7.9K Views

Thinking about trying out a vegetarian or vegan diet but aren’t sure how you’ll manage on a daily basis, or when you’re traveling? Read on....


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