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
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!
Read moreKIMCHI ORIGINALLY LOOKED NOTHING LIKE IT DOES NOW
The kimchi we all know and love is packed full of cabbage and chilli - but it used to look and taste very different! We delve into a brief history of kimchi, to find out what it originally tasted like, and how it’s changed over the centuries.
Read moreLIVING GOODNESS TURNS 3!
It’s our birthday - and we want to celebrate by bringing the gifts to YOU.
Read more5 TASTIEST WAYS TO ADD PROBIOTICS TO YOUR DIET (THAT AREN'T YOGHURT)
When you think of a probiotic diet, does your mind instantly spring to yoghurt, instead of say, spicy Korean food? We’re challenging that idea with out latest blog about 5 ways to add probiotics to your diet!
Read moreWHAT ON EARTH DOES BIOAVAILABILITY MEAN?
We sling around quite a few terms on our website; probiotic, prebiotic, alkalizing, and bioavailability – but what could it all mean?
Read moreTHE CHRISTCHURCH FOOD SHOW & GO GREEN EXPO
While the benefits of fermented foods are always top of mind for us here at Living Goodness, plenty of Kiwi’s are still relatively new to the idea – and we’re on a mission to change that.
Read moreTHE LOW-DOWN WITH MICHELLE YANDLE
We spoke with nutrition coach, two time author, public speaker, and self-described reformed yo-yo dieter, Michelle Yandle. With a bio like that, we knew Michelle would know her stuff.
Read moreWHAT’S UP, WAKAME?
In an ocean full options, how do you know which seaweed superfood is best for you? If you’re cool enough to be reading a blog about fermented foods, then you’re probably cool enough to be in the-know about the trendiest foods right now – but who could’ve predicted seaweeds moment in the spotlight?
Read moreEASTER AT FARRO FRESH
Always wanted to try our goods, but scared of commitment? Come visit us at Farro during our tasting hours and try it out! No strings attached, we promise.
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