Cultured Food Life
Donna Schwenk
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), 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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Jun 19, 2022 • 23min
Episode 207: Oxalates and Why You Need Fermented Foods
Oxalic acid is an organic compound found in many plants that we eat. In fact, all plants produce oxalic acid at various levels. Higher oxalates in the body that aren't broken down can produce kidney stones, joint pain, fibromyalgia, or inflammatory bowel disease. But the good news is that there are bacteria in your body and in fermented foods that break down these oxalates and render them harmless. Tune in to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-207-oxalates-and-why-you-need-fermented-foods/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/oxalates-and-why-you-need-fermented-foods/
Jun 14, 2022 • 36min
Episode 206: Feeding Your Microbes - Wellness is Made in the Gut
The microbes that have made your body their home are quite impressive, and most people are unaware of the magnitude of microbes that reside within them. One hundred trillion microbes is a tremendous amount. So what do you feed your microbes? Check out this week's podcast to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-206-feeding-your-microbes-wellness-is-made-in-the-gut/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/feeding-your-microbes-wellness-is-made-in-the-gut/
Jun 7, 2022 • 39min
Episode 205: L. Reuteri Benefits and Answers to Common Questions
L. Reuteri yogurt has shocked me in so many ways but it wasn't without its problems. I always shoot straight with you and the health benefits blew my mind and continue to do so. It was also a different process from other cultures and we have learned so much to help you learn more about this yogurt and how to make it. Tune in to learn more about this superfood yogurt. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-205-l-reuteri-benefits-and-answers-to-common-questions/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/l-reuteri-superfood-starter-faqs/
May 24, 2022 • 20min
Episode 204: The Many Benefits of Beet Kvass
Beets are powerful root vegetables and have many surprising health benefits. Ferment these beets and you'll receive even more benefits. This is an easy and fun probiotic drink. Tune in to get the recipes and understand the benefits. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-204-the-many-benefits-of-beet-kvass/ Check out these links: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/beet-kvass-original-orange-golden-lemon/ https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/recipe/beet-kvass/ https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/recipe/orange-beet-kvass/ https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/recipe/golden-lemon-beet-kvass/ https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/recipe/golden-beet-sauerkraut/
May 17, 2022 • 25min
Episode 203: Kefir Benefits for Your Heart
Kefir is a powerful probiotic food that has more than 50 good bacteria and good yeasts. More and more studies are coming out showing the power of my favorite cultured food. I've been consuming kefir daily since 2001 and I have witnessed firsthand these effects: lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and so much more. Check out the new studies that show kefir can protect your heart. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-203-kefir-benefits-for-your-heart/ Check out these links: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/kefir-benefits-for-your-heart/ https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/how-to-make-kefir/ https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/dairy-free-kefir-every-kind-you-can-imagine/
May 10, 2022 • 36min
Episode 202: Emotions and Your Gut
Emotions are my best friends. They help me not only understand my present state but also how my body is doing. Researchers are discovering that an imbalance in your gut can cause mental symptoms. They call the gut the second brain, and boy are they right. I have witnessed firsthand those with ADD, anxiety, depression, and despair turn completely around when they fixed the microbes in their gut. Tune in to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-202-emotions-and-your-gut/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/can-you-make-happiness-in-your-gut/
May 3, 2022 • 20min
Episode 201: Ways To Use your Extra Sourdough Starter
You'll always have left-over sourdough starter if you feed your starter once a week and don't bake with it. Here are a few of the things you can do with extra sourdough starter, like pancakes, waffles cookies, brownies, and more. Check out the podcast to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-201-ways-to-use-your-extra-sourdough-starter/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/ways-to-use-your-extra-sourdough-starter/
Apr 26, 2022 • 19min
Episode 200: Can Kids Have Cultured Foods?
Kids respond very fast to beneficial microbes in cultured foods. It can make all the difference to start them out young. Always follow your own instincts and let your body teach you what works the best. Our bodies are amazing and complex. Check out this week's podcast to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-200-can-kids-have-cultured-foods/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/should-babies-and-children-have-cultured-foods/
Apr 19, 2022 • 19min
Episode 199: 10 Ways to Use Your Over-Fermented Kombucha
If you have a bunch of kombucha that is over-fermented and tastes like vinegar, don't throw it out! We have lots of ways to use this special tea. Everything from marinades to facial toners. Check out the podcast to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-199-10-ways-to-use-your-over-fermented-kombucha/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/10-ways-to-use-your-over-fermented-kombucha/
Apr 12, 2022 • 24min
Episode 198: Where Do I Get Started With Cultured Foods?
Do you want to change your life and feel better? Here’s the truth. I have tons of resources to help you. You can find everything you need on my site to get started, and that information is free, but often people are overwhelmed and don't know where to start. Check out my podcast and let me help you get started. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-198-where-do-i-get-started-with-cultured-foods/ Check out this link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/i-want-to-get-cultured-where-do-i-start/
