Looking for a simple, cost-effective way to boost your gut health? Try making your own fermented apples. This traditional lacto-fermentation method transforms ordinary apples into a tangy, probiotic-rich food using just three ingredients: apples, water, and salt. It’s a sugar-free, vinegar-free way to naturally support your digestion and immunity.Groceries
Why Ferment Apples? The Benefits

Fermentation enhances the apple’s natural profile by cultivating beneficial bacteria ( probiotics). Regular consumption can:

Support Gut Health: Populates the gut with beneficial microbes, aiding digestion and potentially reducing bloating.

Boost Immunity: A significant portion of the immune system resides in the gut; a healthy microbiome supports its function.

Improve Nutrient Absorption: A balanced gut environment can help your body better utilize vitamins and minerals.

Promote Satiety: The fiber in apples, combined with probiotics, may help you feel fuller longer.

Essential Equipment & Ingredients

1-2 fresh, organic apples (any variety; skin on)

Filtered or spring water (chlorinated tap water can inhibit fermentation)

1-2 tsp non-iodized salt (sea salt, Himalayan salt, or pickling salt)

A clean 16-32 oz (500ml-1L) glass jar

A fermentation weight (small glass weight, a boiled rock, or a smaller jar that fits inside)

A breathable cover (coffee filter, paper towel, or cloth secured with a rubber band)
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