Homemade Sauerkraut – Delicious and good for you too!

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'Cabbage + Salt + Time = Delicious Sauerkraut

But the magic of pro-biotic goodness (think gut-health as touted by the good purveyors of yogurt) is also involved? Double score!

A little poking around on the Internet turns up a bunch of cool stuff. Apparently raw sauerkraut is considered* as a(n):

1) Immune Booster
2) Cancer fighter
3) Digestive Aid
4) Flu Fighter

Now this pertains to raw sauerkraut not cooked, as cooking kills the enzymes and “good” bacteria. Reading a little further reveals a little goes a long way – as in a couple tablespoons is a serving(?) and even then… “… if you are unaccustomed to eating raw sauerkraut, it may be best to eat small for starters, as the acidity/low pH and otherwise healthy, lactic acid bacteria can be unfamiliarly active and stimulating to the digestive [system].**” Emphasis is mine.'


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