Packed lunches don’t have to be boring sandwiches and chips - make this years lunches exciting! Mouthwatering, in fact! This list of 5 healthy lunch ideas will have you the talk of the lunchroom.
Read moreTIME TO CLEAR THE AIR: IS SAUERKRAUT A PICKLE?
Maybe not a deep burning question for most people, but it sure feels like one to us! Is sauerkraut a pickle? What defines a pickle compared to fermented foods? Are all pickles pickled equal?
Read more5 TOP TIPS TO HOST A GOOD KIWI BARBECUE
Barbecues across the world are a dime a dozen, but no one does a barbecue quite like Kiwi’s do. And with barbecue season already well upon us, we thought it was high-time we acknowledged what we believe makes an average barbecue in to a good Kiwi barbecue.
Read moreWHAT IS THE GUT-BRAIN LINK?
Often described as our second brain, the gut is becoming more and more of a focus for many people conscious of their health and well-being. But what does it really mean? How can our gut be a second brain?
Read moreHOW LONG DOES SAUERKRAUT LAST ONCE OPENED?
We get asked this question all the time, and with good reason. Sauerkraut seems to have some inconsistent messaging around its longevity, largely because of its history. It was originally created as a preserved dish that could last a long time before refrigerators were invented. So why should it spoil, and if it does, when does it spoil?
Read moreNOT TURKEY: 6 CROWD-PLEASER DISHES FOR THE SILLY SEASON
Summer is finally here, and with that and the silly season upon us there is one thing everyone across the country needs to plan for: dishes the whole family will love. More than that, a lot of us are also looking at ways we can make these meals healthier as the nations intake of chocolates and pudding rapidly increases
Read moreHOW WE MAKE OUR KRAUT & KIMCHI
Ever wondered how we make our krauts and kimchi’s? We’re an open book here at Living Goodness, so this week we’re taking you behind the scenes!
Read moreIS SAUERKRAUT GOOD FOR YOU?
Is sauerkraut good for you? Or is it just an over-rated superfood? We give you the nitty gritty on this traditional food, so you can know if you’re making the right choices for your body.
Read moreVITAMIN C FOR ATHLETES’ TISSUE REPAIR
Muscle and tissue repair is something our body does naturally, and it’s supplemented by the vitamin C we consume in our diet. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but even though our bodies can’t live without it, they don’t naturally produce it! That means that our diet needs to include a healthy dose of this vitamin to ensure we can not only repair muscle and tissue, but also fight free-radicals, protect against diseases and colds, aid in iron absorption, and a whole host of other fantastic things.
Read moreYOU CAN’T BEET EASY BACTERIA
Although supplements and vitamins have been around for a long time, the industry is really seeing a boom lately. We’re big proponents of a healthy lifestyle, but a cocktail of pills in the morning is hardly the best appetizer to start your day – plus, there are so many benefits to consuming your vitamins and probiotics through food, and one of our favourites right now is definitely our Heartbeet Kraut.
Read moreDIZZYING DIETS SIMPLIFIED WITH SAUERKRAUT
There’s a diet out there for everyone - but whether you’re keto, paleo, vegan, or something entirely new, we’re here to tell you whether you can eat sauerkraut or now.
Read moreFRESHER IS BETTER - EVEN WITH SAUERKRAUT!
Kiwi’s do tend to pride ourselves on the clean, green image we’ve cultivated. We’re well-known worldwide for our rolling green hills, and our fresh, delicious produce. While we consider ourselves at Living Goodness to be pretty lucky to have such easy access to fresh vegetables (and beautiful vistas) it’s more than just a preference – it’s good for our kraut.
Read moreNOT ALL KRAUTS ARE CREATED EQUAL
You might wonder why some sauerkrauts at your supermarket are refrigerated, while some aren’t - the truth is, there is actually quite a big difference between the two, and we’ll tell you why.
Read moreTHE NAKED TRUTH
Is sauerkraut German? Turns out this is a fairly loaded question, all thanks to one guy – Ghenghis Khan! Who would’ve thought?
Read moreCAN YOU COOK YOUR KRAUT?
Cooking sauerkraut can be kind of controversial (and tricky to say!), we’re really breaking down the pro’s and con’s of heating up your krauts and kimchi’s. Health, taste, and other factors are all important, so let’s get the lowdown.
Read moreNOT YOUR GRANDMOTHER’S KRAUT
Sauerkraut can sometimes get a bad wrap. Unless you’re a hardcore cabbage-head, then sauerkraut might not sound or look all that appetising. It can conjure up images of bland, soggy cabbage side dishes paired with unseasoned schnitzel, sausages, or any number of other plain, and frankly boring meals!
Read moreIMMUNITY FOR WINTER
If you’ve had a cold already this winter, then you’ve probably been told by well-meaning people to make sure you take your vitamin C supplements! While it’s true that vitamin C is key to a strong immune system and quick recovery, the best way to absorb it is to eat it.
Read moreFEELING A LITTLE SASSY
You’ve probably heard us harp on enough about the wonders of sauerkraut, which is packed with probiotics and goodies to stock a diamond store, but our Sassy is loaded with little bit more. You see, cabbage and salt fermented into a good kraut is a great start, but we thought we could take it to the next level.
Read moreA GOOD KRAUT
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Since the very beginning of our journey, Living Goodness has had one constant (besides our love for good kraut, of course!) and that is our fantastic relationship with our supplier Young Wah Chong. You might not expect there could be much to say about cabbage growers, but if you knew Ben, you would know that there isn’t much you couldn’t say about him.
Read moreWHY DO FERMENTED FOODS STINK?
Why do fermented foods stink? If you’re asking this you’re probably cooking a big pot of kimchi rice, and wondering why something so delicious has to smell so… well, not delicious! We’re here to clear the air (not literally, unfortunately) with some answers!
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