Sunflower Lecithin

The Importance and Benefits of Sunflower Lecithin For some years now, sunflower lecithin has been a popular supplement used in several food and skincare products. The natural fatty substance is particularly notable for its ability to improve digestive health and reduce cholesterol in men and women alike. It is also...

Cleanse and detox with fermented foods!

  Tired of feeling sluggish? Battling with constipations? IBS? Autoimmune issues? Brain fog? The list goes on! Well, if you know you are not in peak performance, perhaps we need to dedicate the rest of April to improved eating and drinking. Fermented foods and drinks are the perfect way to...

Symbiota Nutmilk Recipe

With our Symbiota nutmilk kit you can make your own nut milks, using any nuts without any of the added nasties in store-bought nut milks. This kit provides you with everything you need to make 4x 1litre batches of milk. Simply buy your choice of nuts to make your own desired nut...

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5 Essential Ways to Care for Your Kombucha SCOBY

It’s a common saying that kombucha SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) can last for as long as possible. That’s true, but when your SCOBY doesn’t get the right kind of care and you let it go for long without oxygen and food, it may start to die. Similar things happen...

Fermented Spicy Grapes- the perfect side to your cheese board!

This is the perfect side to a cheese board! Using a Symbiota Veg kit or Symbiota Hot Sauce kit to make spicy grapes. This is a quick ferment and therefore it is ok to only fill you Symbiota glass jar half if you wish. Otherwise simply double your ingredients to...

Exciting news you've been waiting for!

We have so many new exciting things happening at Symbiota that we'd love to share with you! As you know, we are all about improving your experience and meeting you wants and needs! Keen to hear about just some of the things we’ve been working on behind the scenes? Keep...

Why Probiotics Capsules Can Never Be As Good As Taking Fermented Foods and Drinks

Probiotics are living microorganisms (mainly yeasts and bacteria) that provide health benefits when taken in the right proportion. Many studies done on probiotics have revealed they help:  Eliminate waste and toxins from the colon Manage gastrointestinal issues Enhance skin health Improve nutrient absorption Regulate the immune system thereby reducing inflammation...

10 Reasons Symbiota Ceramic Fermentation Pots Makes The Best Crock Pots Ever!

Are you looking for the best crock pot to churn out those delicious, uniquely sour delicacies that only fermented foods can deliver? If your answer is a resounding YES, you are in the right place and I’m only too happy to show you the best fermentation pot for the job!...

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Fermenting Food During Cold Weather

  Some foods and drinks ferment fine under cooler temperatures, while others slow down and just about go dormant. ( For tips on how to heat your ferments up, scroll to the bottom) In most cases, cold weather is always a huge problem to ferment food. However, this problem can...

Health Benefits of fermented foods and drinks

The number of bacteria in your intestines can be estimated to be in their trillions. You don’t have to be grossed out as most of them are considered good bacteria and are tasked with keeping you healthy. On another note, you can consider them as pets that are living inside...

15 Ways to Eat Sauerkraut

There are several ways you can eat sauerkraut. For example, you can eat it with Reuben sandwiches or hot dogs. However, you don’t have to limit yourself as there are several ways you can eat sauerkraut to add extra flavor to your meals. The sauerkraut we’re talking about here is...

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How to Make Kefir Cultured Butter

How to Make Kefir Cultured Butter   If you are yet to try cultured butter, dive in for a mouthwatering, creamy, and probiotic treat.   Ingredients: Cream (any amount and variety of organic raw or ultra-pasteurized cream will do) Kefir grains (2 tbsp. to 1-4 cups of cream) Salt to...

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