Are fermented foods like kombucha actually good for you? "A bad immune system overreacts, which can cause autoimmune diseases, so it's good to eat fermented foods to train the immune system to be less responsive," she says. "We and other labs are taking a deep dive on specific fermented foods to learn more about how we can make them even …
Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Beyond any potential health benefits, there’s one big reason to eat fermented foods: flavor! From tangy yogurt to fizzy kombucha to briny kimchi, fermented foods are just plain fun to try. Many yogurt brands contain the probiotic microorganisms that add to this popular dairy product’s signature tangy taste. Many …