Cultured: How Ancient Foods Can Feed Our Microbiome

Cultured: How Ancient Foods Can Feed Our Microbiome

A revealing look at the 300 trillion microorganisms that keep us healthyâ€”and the foods they need to thrive

These days, probiotic yogurt and other "gut-friendly" foods line supermarket shelves. But what's the best way to feed our all-important microbiomeâ€”and what is a microbiome, anyway?
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In this engaging and eye-opening book, science journalist Katherine Harmon Courage investigates these questions, presenting a deep dive into the ancient food traditions and the latest research for maintaining a healthy gut. Courageâ€™s insights include:

Â Â Â â€¢Â Meet your microbiome: What it is, how it works, and why it's essential for our immune system--and overall health
Â Â Â â€¢Â Gut-friendly food traditions: A guided tour of artisanal makers of yogurt, kimchi, kefir, kombucha, olives, cocoa, and other vibrant, ancient foods from around the world that feed our microbiome (along with simple recipes for curious at-home cooks)
Â Â Â â€¢Â Cutting-edge science: A first-hand look at some of the top lab facilities where microbiologists are working to better understand the human gut and how to feed it for good health

Equal parts science explainer, culinary investigation, and global roadmap for healthy eating, Cultured offers a wealth of information for anyone interested in making smart food choices in our not-so-gut-friendly modern world.
Country USA
Brand Penguin
Manufacturer Avery
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 9781101905289
Color Navy
ReleaseDate 2019-02-12
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781101905289

Country	USA
Brand	Penguin
Manufacturer	Avery
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	9781101905289
Color	Navy
ReleaseDate	2019-02-12
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781101905289

Cultured: How Ancient Foods Can Feed Our Microbiome

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