Functional foods—like berries, nuts, seeds, and avocado—offer extra health perks beyond basic nutrition, helping support ...

The human gut is no longer viewed simply as a digestive organ.

These traditional staples have been around for centuries, yet modern science is finally catching up to their benefits.

Kefir, kimchi and kombucha are known for their gut-friendly properties, but supermarket varieties can be surprisingly high in ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Fermented foods are ...

The main benefit of eating fermented foods lies in the live bacteria present in the produce. Dr Emily Leeming, a microbiome scientist, dietician, and creator of the Second Brain newsletter, says when ...

Wild, not mild — it’s not an official tagline for the range of ingredients and dishes that fall into the category of fermented foods, but it could be. Many fermented foods contain probiotics, which ...

Ancient method revived: Fermentation has been practiced for centuries to preserve food and enhance taste, and is now embraced for its nutritional benefits. Gut health hero: Probiotics from fermented ...

Fermented foods have long been culinary staples, but they continue to get attention for their health benefits since they’re rich in antioxidants and are anti-inflammatory. They’re also an excellent ...

You’ve probably heard about the health benefits of fermented foods like kimchi and yogurt. But many of us eat other fermented foods every day without realizing they are fermented. For example, coffee, ...

Chantle Edillor used a fascination with sourdough starters to pivot from studying human diseases to exploring yeast-based ...