Guest guest Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 > > Hello Bee, how important is it that we consume sauerkraut? > > The reason I ask is that I have a difficult time > digesting sauerkraut. > > I have warmed it up and it helps a little. +++Hi Angie, I am re-thinking that issue due to new information and digesting (pun intended) what I've learned about carbs, fermentation of vegetables, etc. The main problem I'm having is because many people I've known have been able to stop taking drugs for acid reflux, i.e. prevacid (losec in Canada), etc. by eating unheated sauerkraut every time their stomach hurt, which took them 3 weeks. Drugs stops gastric acid production, called proton pump inhibitors. But when a person tries to stop taking them the body protests with very high over-production of stomach acid. Also the original information I got about it states that sauerkraut lowers stomach acid when it is too high and increases it when it is too low, like an automatic stomach acid regulator. But there is conflicting information since cooked cabbage may do the same thing. I used to believe active probiotics in fermented foods were beneficial for digestion so that's why they shouldn't be heated, but found out that was false. Therefore, heating or cooking sauerkraut does not lower any benefits it provides, and may make it easier to digest since the fibers are broken down even more. See Why You Do Not Need Probiotic Supplements (I need to change the title to Why You Do Not Need Probiotics): http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/probiotic1.php We have to remember that before refrigerators were invented fermenting foods was done in order to preserve them. So I think you should heat sauerkraut and not be concerned about how long it is cooked. Possibly cooking it longer will make it even easier to digest. I have someone who is " supposed to be " experimenting using cooked cabbage instead of sauerkraut, but I haven't heard anything since. Maybe you could experiment too, since it a lot less trouble just cooking cabbage until it is well-done, rather than fermenting it first. All the best, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 > I have someone who is " supposed to be " experimenting using cooked cabbage instead of sauerkraut, but I haven't heard anything since. > +++ Bee, my family likes a skinless egg roll that i make which calls for chopped cabbage. The first time I made it, my gut was twisted as the cabbage was virtually raw. The second time I made it, you'd already mentioned that 'kraut could be heated, so i heated up and used some 'kraut i had. The last time, I was out of kraut so i cooked the chopped cabbage before using it and I was fine eating these " egg rolls " . Food for thought... began 03/09/10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2011 Report Share Posted April 6, 2011 > > > I have someone who is " supposed to be " experimenting using cooked cabbage instead of sauerkraut, but I haven't heard anything since. > > > > +++ Bee, my family likes a skinless egg roll that i make which calls for chopped cabbage. The first time I made it, my gut was twisted as the cabbage was virtually raw. The second time I made it, you'd already mentioned that 'kraut could be heated, so i heated up and used some 'kraut i had. The last time, I was out of kraut so i cooked the chopped cabbage before using it and I was fine eating these " egg rolls " . +++Thanks a lot . Every bit of information helps! Luv & Hugs, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 > > Hello Bee, just want to let you know that I have started cooking sauerkraut due to not being able to digest it very well when only fermented. > So far I have had sucess using it cooked. My digestion has improved and I believe it will improve as I continue to use it this way instead of just fermented. > Another thing, it's nice because I don't have to watch the clock to take HCL. > I will keep you updated on this. +++Thank you for letting me know Angie. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 Hi, I just read the article on sauerkraut. I tried taking HCL but I don't need it (got mild burning with it). My question is, if I don't need HCl, would sauerkraut still be of benefit to me or is there no point in having it with every meal? I'm having problems with constipation, could the sauerkraut help since it helps with digestion? April Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 19, 2011 Report Share Posted May 19, 2011 > > Hi, > I just read the article on sauerkraut. I tried taking HCL but I don't need > it (got mild burning with it). My question is, if I don't need HCl, would > sauerkraut still be of benefit to me or is there no point in having it with > every meal? I'm having problems with constipation, could the sauerkraut > help since it helps with digestion? > April > @@ Hi April, If you have no issues with digestion, then sauerkraut will still benefit to keep your digestion in check. However, increasing one's healthy fats/keeping them high and proteins lower is what helps eliminate constipation. Not sauerkraut. Hope this helps, Ed group moderator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2011 Report Share Posted May 20, 2011 Thank you Ed, I've been working on increasing fats but I'm not where I need to be with it yet. I even feel like I've increased fats a little too quickly and need to back down again, but I'm having as little protein as I can. It's difficult getting to where I need to be, so I'm just looking for whatever else can help in the meantime. I won't bother with the sauerkraut if it won't make a difference. Thanks April On Thu, May 19, 2011 at 9:49 PM, Ed <imysterios@...> wrote: > > @@ Hi April, > > If you have no issues with digestion, then sauerkraut will still benefit to > keep your digestion in check. However, increasing one's healthy fats/keeping > them high and proteins lower is what helps eliminate constipation. Not > sauerkraut. > > Hope this helps, > Ed > group moderator > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 22, 2011 Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 > > Thank you Ed, > I've been working on increasing fats but I'm not where I need to be with it > yet. I even feel like I've increased fats a little too quickly and need to > back down again, but I'm having as little protein as I can. It's difficult > getting to where I need to be, so I'm just looking for whatever else can > help in the meantime. I won't bother with the sauerkraut if it won't make a > difference. +++Hi April, Do not lower your protein too much. You can have the amount of protein ratios calculated for your height and lower fats, as long as your carbs are at the correct ratio. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Yes, I have. It comes out shorter in length than I would have chopped it (or have gotten w/ food processor). I used the method that VM says, with water and just a quick spin. It was fast but then you need to drain the liquid. I would maybe just do it by hand or in food processor next time. Or not, it really was pretty easy in the VM and I didn't mind the shorter shape. > > Has anyone used the VM to prepare cabbage to make sauerkraut in a mason jar? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Oh, yes indeed! The Vitamix does a wonderful job of chopping veggies to pickle or can, using the " wet chop " method. You can see my video " ricing cauliflower " at http://www.mymealmasters.com and use the same method for cabbage-works a charm! If you want to get your cabbage really dry after ricing, wrap it in a clean cotton dish towel and tie the ends together making a pouch, then go outside and swing it wildly around and around-it will give the neighbors something to wonder about, but will get your cabbage nice and dry! I find a salad spinner is not so good for finely chopped veggies, as it just catches the smaller bits in the gills. Good luck! > > Has anyone used the VM to prepare cabbage to make sauerkraut in a mason jar? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 and seh2397 both gave great answers. I prefer the really small pieces. They are not traditional, but I like them in chopped veggie salads (something I like to eat from my Vitamix a LOT)!However, I've only made sauerkraut once and I chopped my first batch by hand. A question (concern) that I have about wet chopping is that the water might rinse off the beneficial bacteria that does all of the magic. seh2397 - have you made sauerkraut after wet chopping or have you just wet chopped cabbage for things like cole slaw?Also, when you make sauerkraut, you press it to get the juices. I wonder what effect already wet (even spinned dry) cabbage would have on the sauerkraut making process… Blessings,Lea Ann SavageSatellite Beach, FL(321) 773-7088 (home)(321-961-9219 (cell)))><'>www.VitamixLady.comwww..com<))>< On Nov 22, 2011, at 8:14 AM, seh2397 wrote: Yes, I have. It comes out shorter in length than I would have chopped it (or have gotten w/ food processor). I used the method that VM says, with water and just a quick spin. It was fast but then you need to drain the liquid. I would maybe just do it by hand or in food processor next time. Or not, it really was pretty easy in the VM and I didn't mind the shorter shape. > > Has anyone used the VM to prepare cabbage to make sauerkraut in a mason jar? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 I just like to use my food processor on the shredding blade for sauerkraut. I’m thinking the vitamix would grind it up to too small pieces. Also, I know this has nothing to do with the vitamix but I did want you guys to know about a new product that I’m carrying because for so many people here it is an issue. Yeah, it’s a funky name but it’s called sex butter and it helps women who have pain and dryness issues and also who have had sexual trauma be able to move forward. Bonnie www.bonniesherbals.com“creating radiance with herbs and water” http://www.facebook.com/RadiantHealthforLifehttp://www.twitter.com/_RadiantHealthhttp://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnierogersComing soon: we are rebranding, our new name will be www.RadiantHealthforLife.com.com From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Lea Ann SavageSent: Tuesday, November 22, 2011 11:38 AM Subject: Re: Re: Sauerkraut and seh2397 both gave great answers. I prefer the really small pieces. They are not traditional, but I like them in chopped veggie salads (something I like to eat from my Vitamix a LOT)! However, I've only made sauerkraut once and I chopped my first batch by hand. A question (concern) that I have about wet chopping is that the water might rinse off the beneficial bacteria that does all of the magic. seh2397 - have you made sauerkraut after wet chopping or have you just wet chopped cabbage for things like cole slaw? Also, when you make sauerkraut, you press it to get the juices. I wonder what effect already wet (even spinned dry) cabbage would have on the sauerkraut making process… Blessings,Lea Ann SavageSatellite Beach, FL(321) 773-7088 (home)(321-961-9219 (cell)))><'>www.VitamixLady.comwww..com<))>< On Nov 22, 2011, at 8:14 AM, seh2397 wrote: Yes, I have. It comes out shorter in length than I would have chopped it (or have gotten w/ food processor). I used the method that VM says, with water and just a quick spin. It was fast but then you need to drain the liquid. I would maybe just do it by hand or in food processor next time. Or not, it really was pretty easy in the VM and I didn't mind the shorter shape.>> Has anyone used the VM to prepare cabbage to make sauerkraut in a mason jar?> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 I made sauerkraut with the VM wet chopped cabbage. Maybe some of the bacteria did get rinsed because I've opened 2 of 4 jars that I made and the 1st one turned out great, but the next one did't do the job -- it did not have the bubbles like the 1st one. I have 2 more jars and I'm kind of scared to open! Now that you've brought this to my attention I think that next time I will definetely try the hand chop. It's great when it turns out right and so good for you > > > > Has anyone used the VM to prepare cabbage to make sauerkraut in a mason jar? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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