By: Kristal Shelden, MPH, RDN
In this episode of Ask a Nutritionist, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Kristal Shelden answers the question, "What are probiotics and fermented foods and why are they good for my health?"
Fermented foods like milk, cheese, kiefer, pickled vegetables and beverages like kombucha are wildly popular around the world. Probiotics are found in fermented foods that offer health benefits when consumed due to their makeup of bacteria also known as live microorganisms. Shelden elaborates on the nutrition science behind these foods and their impact on overall health.
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Kristal Shelden, MPH, RDN
Kristal Shelden, MPH, RDN
Kristal is the project manager of nutrition science and a registered dietitian nutritionist.
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