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What is fermentation?
Fermentation is an ancient process that uses microorganisms such as bacteria, yeasts and molds to break down and change food. This process can occur naturally or be done intentionally. But what happens during fermentation? Fermentation is the process of converting carbohydrates in food into acids or alcohol, changing the food's taste, texture and shelf life.
What you need for fermentation
Just get started! Everything you need to start fermenting can be found in our starter set. Jars, tampers, fermentation valves and glass weights. Have you already chosen a recipe?
Healthy and Delicious
- Good for the intestinal flora
- Strengthens the immune system
- Increases the bioavailability of nutrients
- Tastes incredibly delicious
During the fermentation process, probiotic bacteria are created that can promote our intestinal health and strengthen the immune system.
Salt in the $*fermentation process$*
Calculate the optimal amount of salt for your fermentation with our fermentation calculator! Simply enter the amount of water and type of salt, select the salt content in percent - and you will find out how much salt you need.
Would you like to know more about the role and effect of salt in fermentation? Then take a look at our blog post !

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Which vegetables can be fermented?
Examples of fermentable foods are cabbage, cucumbers, carrots and garlic. With a little time and patience, they can be transformed into healthy foods such as kimchi, sauerkraut or pickles. Fermentation simply means preserving something - usually with the help of salt. Fermented foods are full of nutrients and probiotics - be sure to give it a try.


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