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FILIPINO CUISINE

Charred Asian vegetables, pancit noodles, rice, and pickled papaya “atchara“

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Fermented Foods

Atchara or atsara is a type of fermented papaya that is prominent in Philippine cuisine. 

Dr. Mark Hyman, an author, family physician and director of the UltraWellness Center in Lenox, Massachusetts. states –

Kimchi, kombucha, tempeh, miso, sauerkraut and other fermented foods are good sources of beneficial bacteria assisting you with healthy gut, These beneficial bacteria can increase immune response, decrease inflammation, and increase the diversity of microbes in the gut ― all of which can help promote a healthy life. 

  1. https://www.cavahealth.com/science/fermented-foods Cava Health, Medically reviewed by Giorgio Napoli, MD , February 15, 2022
  2. Huffpost, FOOD & DRINK NUTRITION LONGEVITY, The Best Foods To Eat For A Long Life, According To Longevity Experts, Jamie Davis Smith, Guest Writer, Feb 21, 2024, 05:45 AM EST