Cultured Food Life
Discover how to make and serve delicious probiotic foods and improve your overall health with Donna Schwenk. In her weekly radio show “Cultured Food Life” (new episodes every Tuesday at 1pm Pacific), Donna will de-mystify different probiotic foods such as kefir, kombucha, and cultured vegetables, and share how to add these foods into your diet. As a teacher and writer, Donna works with thousands of people to open the door to a world of foods that can help improve an array of health problems including high blood pressure, diabetes, and IBS. In her down-to-earth and informative style, Donna will walk you through the basic preparation techniques and teach you how to make these delicious probiotic recipes at home. You can find out all about Donna on her web site https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/
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So, what is the difference between kefir and yogurt? Which is better? Join me as we explore all the benefits of yogurt and kefir, which ones I like the best, and why. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-279-yogurt-versus-kefir-which-is-better/
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Making kefir cheese is one of my favorite things to do with kefir—and it’s a great way to sneak kefir into the diets of picky eaters because it tastes so much like cream cheese. I explain the nutritional side of whey and kefir cheese in this podcast. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-278-understanding-kefir-cheese-and-whey/
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We get a lot of questions about this L. Gasseri superfood yogurt. I hope to answer most of your questions in this FAQ podcast. You can check out the article, too. Tune in to learn more.
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- Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/l-gasseri-superfood-starter-faqs/
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Do you wonder when your kefir, kombucha, and cultured vegetables are done fermenting? I have a few tips to help you understand how and when they're at the perfect place with lots of probiotics and will taste the best.
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Bubbly, fizzy kombucha is one of my favorite things. Understanding the science behind how it works can help you create the carbonation that most people are looking for. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-275-help-my-kombucha-is-not-bubbly/
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Here are a few of the frequently asked questions about making Yogurt Plus. We have lots of help with making a thicker curd, raw milk Yogurt Plus, and much more. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-274-yogurt-plus-faqs/
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Kombucha and Kefir Soda are fermented probiotic drinks, and boy, are they delicious. They are bubbly, living, raw beverages that tend to have minds of their own. Each of them has different species, so they do different things. Let me tell you about the benefits of each of these probiotic sodas. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-273-kombucha-vs-kefir-soda-what-is-the-difference/
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This is a new, updated version of my Histamines and Fermented Foods podcast. We have seen and learned a lot about what causes these problems and what you can do to help your body heal. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-272-more-on-histamines-fermented-foods/
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- Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/histamines-and-fermented-foods/
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If you've been sick and not feeling well and trying to recover, or you are just trying to reset your gut, this is a quick and easy smoothie that starts the ball rolling in the right direction. It is fantastic for restoring your microbiome, boosting your immune system, and giving you a delicious way to do it. Tune In to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-271-when-you-are-trying-to-get-better...
Kefir Soda is a great bubbly probiotic drink and the perfect substitute for sugary beverages that aren't good for you. It is super easy to make, and I can give you extra tips in this podcast to make it super easy. Tune it to learn more!
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-270-kefir-soda-faqs
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- Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/yogurt-plus-made-with-raw-milk/
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Raw milk yogurt is one of my very favorite yogurts. You need to understand a few tips and tricks to make raw milk turn into yogurt. I have lots of help and even a video. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-269-yogurt-plus-made-with-raw-milk/
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- Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/yogurt-plus-made-with-raw-milk/
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More and more studies are finding that gut health is one of the most important ways to prevent or help with Asthma. The species Lactobacillus is a powerful microbe that is helping many people who suffer from this ailment. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-268-asthma-and-cultured-foods/
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L. reuteri yogurt has a mind of its own and can get super strong when you are activating it. You get 67 billion CFUs of L. reuteri in a 1/2 cup serving, so I can help you understand what is happening if your yogurt separates into whey and curds. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-267-is-your-l-reuteri-yogurt-separating/
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Being and staying healthy is an ever-evolving journey. As I change and grow older, I have found new things that have profoundly impacted my life. In comparison, these don't always mean cultured foods, but sometimes they are prebiotics that my body needs. Matcha tea has been one of them. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-266-matcha-tea-and-me/
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Cranberries are usually eaten only around the holidays. It’s a shame we don’t eat them all year long as they are powerful foods that can work like preventative medicine. I got all emotional when I discovered all the things cranberries can do for us. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-265-cranberries-have-many-healing-powers/
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The immune system's connection to your gut microbiome is enormous. If you indulge in many holiday treats, your immune system can suffer. We have lots of tips and tricks with the help of microbes to help your immune system stay strong, even if you do have some holiday treats. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-264-a-cold-you-can-beat-after-a-holiday-treat/
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...A “healing crisis” is something that happens when the body starts a detoxification process. This process is really a program of natural healing. It can happen when you start consuming cultured foods. I can help you understand what is happening and ways to help your body detox. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-263-the-healing-crisis-and-fermented-foods/
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<...It's that time of year when colds and flu abound. It is also the time to build up your immune system and help you fly through cold and flu season. Your gut bacteria will help you if you help it. Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-262-fermented-foods-for-colds-and-flus/
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Fermented dairy is a completely different food than dairy. It has enhanced vitamins and properties and almost no lactose. The health benefits are huge! Tune in to learn more.
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-261-fermented-dairy-is-better-than-regular-dairy/
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<...Cultured Cabbage is a Super Food! It can help keep your immune system running strong and load you with lots of Vitamin C. I have a lot to tell you about what this fermented food can do for you. You won't want to miss the many benefits of the superfood. Tune in to learn more!
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https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-260-vitamin-c-abbage/
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