{"title":"Fermented Foods \u0026 Drinks","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescribed as the breakdown of carbs like starch and sugar - using friendly yeast or bacteria, fermented foods and drinks date back thousands of years as an ancient technique for preserving food. Types of fermented foods and drinks include kefir, kimchi, kombucha, miso and so much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of Fermented Foods \u0026amp; Drinks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen broken down, fermented foods \u0026amp; drinks work to increase the number of good bacteria (known as probiotics) found in our gut. While most fermented foods \u0026amp; drinks are high in probiotics, alcohol – such as wine or beer, is not. This is because most probiotics are killed off during the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupport your gut with probiotics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a newcomer, or big on fermented food and drink, explore our range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fermentation-kits-accessories\" title=\"Fermentation Kits \u0026amp; Accessories\"\u003eFermentation Kits \u0026amp; Accessories.\u003c\/a\u003e Fancy yourself a cheese connoisseur or artisan enthusiast? You’re sure to love our range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/starter-cultures-rennet\" title=\"Starter Cultures \u0026amp; Rennet\"\u003eStarter Cultures \u0026amp; Rennet.\u003c\/a\u003e For a selection of go-to probiotics rich in antioxidants, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apple-cider-vinegar\" title=\"Apple Cider Vinegar\"\u003eApple Cider Vinegar.\u003c\/a\u003e Looking for something that ticks all the boxes? Try our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vinegars-fermented-foods\" title=\"Vinegars \u0026amp; Fermented Foods\"\u003eVinegars \u0026amp; Fermented Foods range.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you thought you needed another reason to ramp up your gut support, check out \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/good-for-your-gut-the-importance-of-probiotics-for-overall-health\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Good For Your Gut! The Importance of Probiotics for Overall Health\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGood For Your Gut! The Importance of Probiotics for Overall Health.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mad-millie-sourdough-culture","title":"Sourdough Culture","description":"\u003cb\u003eMad Millie Sourdough Culture\u003c\/b\u003e requires no cultivating. You can add this straight to your dough mix without any hassle of growing or maintaining your sourdough starter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach sachet can be used to ferment dough recipes that use up to 6 cups of flour.","brand":"Mad Millie","offers":[{"title":"8.1gm","offer_id":47176337227994,"sku":"1111552-1","price":9.2,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/mad-millie-sourdough-culture__22283.jpg?v=1764577031"},{"product_id":"noni-cook-island-organic-noni-juice","title":"Cook Island Organic Noni Juice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCook Islands 100% Pure Certified Organic Noni Juice\u003c\/span\u003e (Morinda Citrifolia), is ripened using traditional methods and then cold squeezed to extract its juice. This process increases the potency of the 140+ active components (enzymes, phytonutrients, trace minerals and vitamins) and helps to preserve and naturally stabilize the juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoni Juice is a general adaptogenic tonic and may be beneficial in providing nutrition and supporting the maintenance of good health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noni","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":47176566898906,"sku":"1113466-1","price":23.2,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/noni-cook-island-organic-noni-juice__66509.jpg?v=1764577521"},{"product_id":"urban-hippie-misomite","title":"Misomite","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Hippie\u003c\/strong\u003e Misomite can be enjoyed as a yeast spread on toasts, dips, dressings, or any other condiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMisomite is a type of miso paste. It uses the same ingredients as Urban Hippie Miso paste. But it is a different ratio that contains less salt and more rice that gives a sweeter taste than Miso paste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product is a naturally fermented food that been processed to ensure the healthy cultures remain active. This means they can occasionally blow their lid when opened or leak. But don’t worry it’s still fine to eat – it’s actually a good sign the cultures are active and have continued to do their job of fermenting.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product should be refrigerated - Worried about ordering online? No need - Read our Heat Sensitive Product Policy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.healthpost.co.nz\/returns-and-guarantee\/heat-stability\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Hippie","offers":[{"title":"270gm","offer_id":47176569258202,"sku":"1113592-1","price":15.2,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/urban-hippie-misomite__78692.jpg?v=1764578461"},{"product_id":"ceres-organics-organic-sauerkraut","title":"Organic Sauerkraut","description":"\u003cp class=\"HealthPost\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeres Organic Sauerkraut\u003c\/strong\u003e is made simply from organically grown cabbage, fermented in its own natural juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"HealthPost\"\u003eCeres Organics believe in the integrity of ‘real’ plant-based ingredients. Crunchy and full of rich tangy deliciousness, this fermented food is awesome in sandwiches, salads, or as part of a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented vegetables are a nutritious and delicious addition to a healthy diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ceres Organics","offers":[{"title":"680gm","offer_id":47176675524826,"sku":"1110369-1","price":9.4,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/ceres-organics-organic-sauerkraut__24983.jpg?v=1764575832"},{"product_id":"vita-fit-noni-juice","title":"Noni Juice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVita-Fit Noni Juice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Noni is a tropical fruit that contains high levels of antioxidants that support the immune system, energy levels, joint health, and brain function. Vitafit’s Noni is organically grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTAPS PP2824\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vita-Fit","offers":[{"title":"500ml","offer_id":47176699445466,"sku":"1113614-1","price":29.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/vita-fit-noni-juice__39164.jpg?v=1764578485"},{"product_id":"urban-hippie-miso-paste","title":"Miso Paste","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrban Hippie Miso\u003c\/strong\u003e is hand crafted in sunny Nelson and uses quality ingredients: New Zealand grown organic soy beans, natural sea salt from Blenheim, Koji (a type of culture for making Sake), and rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMiso is one of Japan’s traditional fermented foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUrban Hippie Miso is then fermented for more than 6 months. Miso is a versatile condiment that you can use for soups, stir fries, marinades, dips, and dressings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis product is a naturally fermented food that been processed to ensure the healthy cultures remain active. This means they can occasionally blow their lid when opened or leak. But don’t worry it’s still fine to eat – it’s actually a good sign the cultures are active and have continued to do their job of fermenting.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product should be refrigerated - Worried about ordering online? No need - Read our Heat Sensitive Product Policy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.healthpost.co.nz\/returns-and-guarantee\/heat-stability\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Urban Hippie","offers":[{"title":"350gm","offer_id":47217065197786,"sku":"1114476-1","price":21.2,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"800gm","offer_id":47217065230554,"sku":"1114476-2","price":35.7,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/2702\/7418\/files\/urban-hippie-miso-paste__90360.jpg?v=1766113178"}],"url":"https:\/\/hp-2711.myshopify.com\/collections\/fermented-foods-drinks.oembed","provider":"HealthPost","version":"1.0","type":"link"}