Fermented Foods for a Happier Gut, Stronger Immunity, and More Energy
Written by: Grace Umeadi
Published on: March 06, 2025
For the lovers of “girly-themed” series like; Mean girls, Gossip girls and even; Sex and the City, there’s a likelihood that the first time you might have come across the word ‘Kombucha’ would be from these sorts of tv shows.
Of course, the main female characters on these shows who prioritize healthy weight loss, vitamins and nutrients in the right body parts, meals with less carbs but more proteins and definitely, ‘something to help relieve their stress’ would be big on Kombucha if they really want to look ‘all vibrant’ and ‘sleek.’ Afterall, what diva wouldn’t?
But really, the real question here should be; This Kombucha that the health-conscious ladies like Serena, Carrie Bradshaw and Regina George took to remain gorgeous, what is it really made from? And can this magnificent elixir only be found in Kombucha?
Kombucha; Mysterious Elixir or not?
Elixir? Yes, but mysterious? Definitely not! In case you’ve been wondering what the elixir is made from, it's pretty simple. Kombucha is made from fermented black or green tea.
This elixir tea drink is made by fermenting green or black tea with the help of SCOBY, a symbiotic culture of Bacteria and Yeast. Basically, SCOBY takes out the unhealthy materials like sugar in the tea, producing an elixir that is rich in probiotics, antioxidants, and well…other sorts of things that keeps one gorgeous.
But enough of Kombucha, it really isn’t the only fermented elixir that can keep one vibrant. There are several other delicious fermented elixirs that can do the trick, like the popular Greek yogurt and Kombucha that gym and weight loss enthusiasts worship.
Fermented foods: the ultimate self-care superstars!
Expert Registered Dietician, Trista Best at the Candida Diet, https://www.thecandidadiet.com/, has given us a really helpful scoop on how these tasty fermented treats can boost your gut health, mental health, energy, and of course, give you an overall glow like it did to those divas in the tv shows.
"Consuming probiotic-rich foods is a little-known, but highly effective, way to promote a healthy immune system," Trista explains. "These foods actively repopulate your gut with healthy bacteria," which is essential for maintaining a strong immune system,” Trista explains.
Supplements have been a thing for a really long time and components like probiotics that are essential for health, can be found in these supplements. But really, why depend on some supplement pills when you can go for something more, ’original’, more natural, something that is substantial and can be incorporated in your daily meals, and really, fermented foods can easily take on the jobs of these supplements that likely take a fortune to purchase.
So what are some examples of Probiotic-rich foods that Trisha our Dietician recommends?
- Yoghurt
- Kimchi
- Pickles
- Miso
- Apple cider Vinegar
- Sauerkraut
- Kefir
- And of course, Kombucha
These are some of the fermented foods, amongst several others that you can start consciously looking out for when you’re trying to prioritise better health.
More Than Just Another Delicious Meal
Our expert explains that these foods are not only delicious, but they also play a crucial role in maintaining gut health "A healthy gut keeps the digestive process working smoothly, which prevents free radical and toxin buildup in the body, known to lead to many acute and chronic illnesses."
So yes, fermented foods are delicious healthy elixirs that can change our lives for the better. And if you’re ready to take the quote to the next level, “We are what we eat,”then you should be making your next food list to include fermented meal options and probably getting the more insight advice of an expert dietician like Trista Best from Candida Diet.
