<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Bloom Cooking: Gut Health and Fermentation ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Simple recipes and practical tips to help you eat well for your gut. 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Make This Lentil and Mushroom Stew]]></title><description><![CDATA[A cozy, fiber-packed stew that makes getting more greens deliciously easy.]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/looking-for-easy-plant-based-meals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/looking-for-easy-plant-based-meals</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2026 18:21:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!p3jp!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2747cd46-18ef-4c61-82a2-2bebab782a35_756x1008.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=stew" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a><figcaption class="image-caption"><strong>Vegan Lentil Stew with Swiss Chard and Mushrooms</strong></figcaption></figure></div><p>Looking for a cozy, satisfying dinner that makes everyday ingredients feel special? </p><p>This <em><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=stew">Vegan Lentil Stew with Swiss Chard and Mushrooms</a></strong></em> brings together tender lentils, earthy mushrooms, and leafy greens in a comforting bowl full of flavor.</p><p>I love how these simple ingredients come together to create a hearty meal that feels nourishing without being complicated.</p><p>Lentils provide plant-based protein and dietary fiber, which supports healthy digestion and helps make meals more satisfying. Swiss chard adds vibrant color and valuable nutrients, while mushrooms bring a rich, savory depth to every spoonful. </p><p>Whether you&#8217;re planning a relaxed weeknight dinner or preparing something warm for a chilly evening, this stew deserves a place at your table.</p><p><em><strong>Grab your favorite bowl and see how delicious simple, plant-forward cooking can be!</strong></em></p><ul><li><p><strong>Prep Time: 10 minutes</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Cook Time: 120 minutes</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Servings: 8</strong></p></li></ul><h2><strong>Ingredients:</strong></h2><h4><em><strong>In Metric:</strong></em></h4><ul><li><p>119 g ~ Dried Textured Soy Protein</p></li><li><p>473 mL Water</p></li><li><p>4.9 g ~ Kosher Salt</p></li><li><p>59 mL ~ Plus 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (&#188; Cup Olive Oil Will Be Used Later, With the Garlic)</p></li><li><p>2 White Onions, Cut Medium Dice</p></li><li><p>3 Small Carrots, Cut Into Bite-sized Pieces</p></li><li><p>907 g (2 Lbs, About 1 Kg) Bella or Button Mushrooms, Quartered</p></li><li><p>113 g (&#189; Cup) White Wine</p></li><li><p>2.8 g ~ Fresh Swiss Chard Leaves, Roughly Chopped (a Big Bag or Two)</p></li><li><p>237 g ~ Fresh Parsley, Minced</p></li><li><p>356 g ~ Dried Lentils</p></li><li><p>828 mL Water</p></li><li><p>1 Head of Garlic Cloves, Peeled and Finely Minced</p></li><li><p>22 g ~ Smoked Paprika</p></li><li><p>15 g ~ Sweet Paprika</p></li><li><p>4.9 g ~ Crushed Red Pepper Flakes</p></li><li><p>2.5 g ~ Ground Cayenne</p></li><li><p>237 g ~ Tomato Puree, or Tomato Sauce</p></li><li><p>Kosher Salt and Freshly-ground Black Pepper, to taste</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=stew" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Dice</p></li><li><p>3 Small Carrots, Cut Into Bite-sized Pieces</p></li><li><p>32 oz (2 Lbs, About 1 Kg) Bella or Button Mushrooms, Quartered</p></li><li><p>4 oz (&#189; Cup) White Wine</p></li><li><p>12 cups Fresh Swiss Chard Leaves, Roughly Chopped (a Big Bag or Two)</p></li><li><p>1 cup Fresh Parsley, Minced</p></li><li><p>1.5 cups Dried Lentils</p></li><li><p>3.5 cups Water</p></li><li><p>1 Head of Garlic Cloves, Peeled and Finely Minced</p></li><li><p>1.5 Tbsp Smoked Paprika</p></li><li><p>1 Tbsp Sweet Paprika</p></li><li><p>1 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes</p></li><li><p>&#189; tsp Ground Cayenne</p></li><li><p>1 cup Tomato Puree, or Tomato Sauce</p></li><li><p>Kosher Salt and Freshly-ground Black Pepper, to taste<br></p></li></ul><h2><strong>Instructions:</strong></h2><ol><li><p>In a medium-sized pot on the stove, combine the dried textured soy protein with water and a teaspoon of Kosher salt.</p></li><li><p>Bring the contents to a simmer, and then reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the textured soy protein is completely soft.</p></li><li><p>Strain the extra liquid, and add the textured soy protein to a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed soup pot, along with 2 Tablespoons of olive oil, the diced white onions, carrots, and mushrooms.</p></li><li><p>Increase the heat to medium-high, and cook while stirring for five minutes.</p></li><li><p>Add the white wine, and cook for an additional five minutes.</p></li><li><p>Add the Swiss Chard leaves in batches, as it will cook down and shrink in size significantly.</p></li><li><p>When all of the Swiss Chard has wilted and been incorporated with the other vegetables, add the minced parsley, along with the dried lentils and roughly 3.5 cups of water.</p><p></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Fiber]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enjoy sweet apples, creamy ricotta, and a delicious boost of protein and fiber.]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/a-cozy-apple-tart-with-more-protein</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/a-cozy-apple-tart-with-more-protein</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:18:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NcgA!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F207cbebf-a18f-4471-8ffe-8ef5c2018020_1664x2496.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=tart" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Tart&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=tart&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://news.bloomcooking.com/i/220745144?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F207cbebf-a18f-4471-8ffe-8ef5c2018020_1664x2496.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt=" Apple Ricotta High-Fiber, High-Protein Tart" title=" Apple Ricotta High-Fiber, High-Protein Tart" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!NcgA!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F207cbebf-a18f-4471-8ffe-8ef5c2018020_1664x2496.jpeg 424w, 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3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a><figcaption class="image-caption"><strong> Apple Ricotta High-Fiber, High-Protein Tart</strong></figcaption></figure></div><p>If you love apple desserts but want something a little more nourishing, this tart is worth a try!</p><p>Apple tarts have long been a home-baking favorite, especially during fall, and this version brings a wholesome twist to the classic.</p><p>My <em><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=tart">Apple Ricotta High-Fiber, High-Protein Tart</a></strong></em> combines naturally sweet apples with creamy ricotta for a delicious balance of flavor and nutrition.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Salt</p></li><li><p>70 g Dry Dates (cubed)</p></li><li><p>60 g Coconut Oil (melted)</p></li><li><p>30 g Honey</p></li></ul><p><strong>Apple Layer Ingredients:</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=tart" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!stVi!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa27a0f68-c181-44f4-ab50-8e750c483a56_1080x420.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!stVi!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa27a0f68-c181-44f4-ab50-8e750c483a56_1080x420.png 848w, 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Honey</p></li><li><p>20 g Inulin</p></li><li><p>4.9 g ~ Vanilla Extract</p></li><li><p>120 g Greek Yogurt</p></li><li><p>2 Eggs</p></li></ul><p><strong>Granola Crumble Topping:</strong></p><ul><li><p>40 g Oat Flakes</p></li><li><p>40 g Chopped Walnuts</p></li><li><p>15 g Whole Pumpkin Seeds</p></li><li><p>17 g Coconut Oil (melted)</p></li><li><p>15 g Honey</p></li><li><p>4.9 g ~ Cinnamon</p></li><li><p>Pinch of Salt</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!l2SX!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F29e17446-7363-417b-bd75-4ef1f0a5778f_1664x2496.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benefits of sourdough bread for women's health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gut support, calmer cravings, and minerals that your body needs]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/benefits-of-sourdough-bread-for-womens-5f9</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/benefits-of-sourdough-bread-for-womens-5f9</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronika]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 13:01:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hal1!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F33e2e77d-fcd3-45c1-8181-07e20de3b961_535x540.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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When energy swings, cravings, or bloat show up, especially around PMS or perimenopause, the food we consume really can make a difference. Here&#8217;s where <em>fermented</em> foods really help me, and I hope they will help you too. </p><h2>Why it may help</h2><ul><li><p><strong>Gut support (microbiome):</strong> Naturally fermented foods can introduce or encourage beneficial bacteria. A more balanced gut is linked to better overall health and hormone signaling - useful during times when digestion feels off (PMS, perimenopause).</p></li><li><p><strong>Blood sugar steadiness:</strong> Long fermentation can lower the <em>effective</em> glycemic response versus quick regular breads, helping smooth <strong>energy dips and cravings</strong>- especially helpful when hormones make insulin sensitivity fluctuate (e.g., in PCOS or the luteal phase).</p></li><li><p><strong>Inflammation being down:</strong> Fermented foods have been associated with lower inflammatory markers in some research; less inflammation can make hormonal symptoms feel more manageable.</p></li><li><p><strong>Weight &amp; satiety support:</strong> More stable blood sugar + fiber (especially in whole-grain sourdough) can help you feel full longer - useful for appetite changes around your cycle or midlife.</p></li><li><p><strong>More access to key minerals women need.</strong><br>Fermentation breaks down phytic acid (&#8220;phytate&#8221;), which otherwise blocks minerals like <strong>iron</strong> and <strong>zinc</strong> - nutrients many women track. Sourdough processes consistently show improved mineral bioavailability. </p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=women&amp;utm_content=cta" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SmY-!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F25c28a4f-d728-42e9-8cb9-a4377918c31c_1734x682.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SmY-!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F25c28a4f-d728-42e9-8cb9-a4377918c31c_1734x682.png 848w, 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fermented sourdough</strong> made with a live culture and <strong>no gums, conditioners, or additives</strong>.</p></li><li><p><strong>Watch portions, pair smartly:</strong> It&#8217;s still a carbohydrate. Keep portions sensible and pair with <strong>protein, healthy fats, and fiber</strong> (e.g., eggs + greens, salmon + salad) to further steady glucose.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lifestyle still leads:</strong> Best results come alongside <strong>sleep, stress care, movement, and colorful plants</strong> on your plate. Think &#8220;supportive staple,&#8221; not &#8220;quick fix.&#8221;</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Quick reality check: sourdough is not a hormone therapy. It&#8217;s a meal-structure helper - steadier glucose, better nutrient access, and (often) better comfort. The wins add up over weeks.</p><p>If you want a calm, doable way to bring this into your kitchen - especially gluten-free - <strong>we teach a long-ferment, everyday-gf flour method</strong> with close-up videos and printable guides:</p><h3><strong>Limited-time offer: Get the Gluten-Free Sourdough Course today for 50% OFF!</strong></h3><p></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=women&amp;utm_content=cta&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Get Your Access Today For 50% OFF&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=women&amp;utm_content=cta"><span>Get Your Access Today For 50% OFF</span></a></p><p></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a 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sweetness of squash develops a pleasantly tangy, complex flavor as it ferments, while the tender texture makes it easy to enjoy alongside everyday meals.</p><p>I love how fermentation can transform such a simple fall ingredient into something that feels completely new.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=squash" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dljv!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd112d648-f400-4f34-a051-58248975fa42_683x1024.jpeg 424w, 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And the best part? The flavor keeps getting more interesting as it develops.</p><p><em>Ready to give your favorite fall squash a tangy makeover? You might discover a whole new way to enjoy it!</em></p><ul><li><p><strong>Prep: 10 min</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Rest: 240 h</strong></p></li><li><p><strong>Servings: 12</strong></p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=squash" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!vNa7!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1b2510c8-b738-4d67-bba0-b376e5a83738_1536x1024.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!vNa7!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1b2510c8-b738-4d67-bba0-b376e5a83738_1536x1024.png 848w, 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height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=squash&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Claim your free kit here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=squash"><span>Claim your free kit here</span></a></p><h2><strong>Ingredients:</strong></h2><p><em><strong>In Metric:</strong></em></p><ul><li><p>680 g Butternut squash, peeled and diced</p></li><li><p>2 Bay leaves (optional)</p></li><li><p>1 whole star anise (optional)</p></li><li><p>1 cinnamon stick (optional)</p></li><li><p>3 juniper berries (optional)</p></li><li><p>300 g water</p></li><li><p>20 g Kosher salt</p></li></ul><p><em><strong>In US:</strong></em></p><ul><li><p>2 &#8542; cups ~ Butternut squash, peeled and diced</p></li><li><p>2 Bay leaves (optional)</p></li><li><p>1 whole star anise (optional)</p></li><li><p>1 cinnamon stick (optional)</p></li><li><p>3 juniper berries (optional)</p></li><li><p>1 &#188; cups water</p></li><li><p>1 &#8531; Tbsp ~ Kosher salt</p></li></ul><h2><strong>Instructions:</strong></h2><ol><li><p>In a clean glass jar with a lid, add the chopped butternut squash, star anise, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, and juniper berries.</p></li><li><p>In a separate container, whisk together the water and Kosher salt until the salt is fully dissolved.</p></li><li><p>Press the diced squash and spices down in the container, and cover with the salt water brine. Make sure the squash pieces are submerged below the surface of the brine. Cover the contents with a tight-fitting lid.</p></li><li><p>Allow the contents to ferment at room temperature in a dark spot for roughly ten days, opening the jar every day to ensure the built-up gas and pressure can escape, and also to ensure that your contents stay submerged below the surface of the brine.</p></li><li><p>When you are ready to enjoy, transfer to the fridge and serve once chilled.</p></li></ol><h2 style="text-align: center;">If you care about your gut health, this is for you</h2><p>Did you know that this month, everyone who joins the Bloom membership gets a free gluten-free sourdough starter kit, sent to their door?</p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/try-bloom-membership?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=squash">Claim my free sourdough kit</a></strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biggest Beginner Mistakes in Home Fermentation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don&#8217;t let salt, temperature, or oxygen derail your ferments - master flawless batches every time.]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/biggest-beginner-mistakes-in-home</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/biggest-beginner-mistakes-in-home</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:08:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!tnUJ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff968b36f-04c4-495e-b1f8-1504083890e1_908x1006.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi, </p><p>Home fermentation is a thrilling way to create flavorful, probiotic-rich foods&#8230; but even small missteps can lead to off-tasting or spoiled batches. Let&#8217;s tackle the most common beginner errors, so you can ferment with confidence!</p><div><hr></div><h2>1. Skipping Proper Sterilization</h2><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Any stray microbes on your jars or tools can out-compete the good bacteria, leading to mold or spoilage.<br><strong>Quick fix:</strong> Always wash jars, lids, and utensils with hot, soapy water, then boil or steam them for <strong>5 minutes</strong> before use .</p><h2>2. Wrong Salt Type or Concentration</h2><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Too little salt invites bad bacteria; too much salt stunts fermentation.<br><strong>Quick fix:</strong> Use <strong>non-iodized</strong> sea or kosher salt, and stick to a <strong>2% brine</strong> (2 g salt per 100 g water) for vegetables like sauerkraut and pickles .</p><h2>3. Incorrect Fermentation Temperature</h2><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Yeasts and lactic-acid bacteria thrive around <strong>65&#8211;75 &#176;F</strong>. Cooler slows them; hotter can kill them.<br><strong>Quick fix:</strong> Keep your ferment in a dark spot away from drafts and heat sources&#8212;an aquarium heater or seedling mat can help maintain a steady temperature .</p><h2>4. Exposing Your Ferment to Oxygen</h2><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Lacto-fermentation is an anaerobic process. Air contact can cause surface mold or a slimy film.<br><strong>Quick fix:</strong> Weigh down solids with a fermentation weight or a clean glass (submerged below the brine). Consider an <strong>airlock lid</strong> for truly hands-off action .</p><h2>5. Impatience or Over-Fermenting</h2><p><strong>Why it matters:</strong> Tasting too early means bland, under-developed flavors; waiting too long can turn produce mushy or overly sour.<br><strong>Quick fix:</strong> <strong>Taste test</strong> your jars after the minimum recommended time (e.g., 3 days for quick pickles, 1 week for sauerkraut) and move to cold storage once the flavor&#8217;s &#8220;just right&#8221;. <br></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!tnUJ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff968b36f-04c4-495e-b1f8-1504083890e1_908x1006.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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It's the fermentation]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/can-your-gut-pass-this-bread-test</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/can-your-gut-pass-this-bread-test</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:04:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!G-ok!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffcb40f36-e746-4517-ba62-c763b8d0e010_858x1118.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi, </p><p><span>If you&#8217;ve taken bread out of your diet expecting your stomach to finally feel at peace, only to find yourself still dealing with that uncomfortable, heavy feeling after meals, you are far from being alone.</span></p><p><span>It can feel deeply discouraging to give up something you love, like a warm slice of fresh bread, only to realize your digestion still isn&#8217;t giving you the total relief you were hoping for.</span></p><p><span>The truth is, giving up standard bread is often only part of the story.</span></p><p><span>As our bodies naturally mature, our digestive systems become much more sensitive, and enzyme production gradually slows down.</span></p><p><span>And in reality, bread contains complex structures and natural plant carbs called fructans.</span></p><p><span>When dough is baked too quickly, these compounds remain completely intact and become tricky for a delicate digestive system to process smoothly.</span></p><p><span>When that happens, even a light meal can end up leaving your stomach feeling tight, full, and uncomfortable.</span></p><p><span>This is where the gentle art of slow fermentation makes a world of difference.</span></p><p><span>When dough is left to ferment naturally over time, beneficial sourdough cultures slowly pre-digest those hard-to-break-down compounds before the bread ever reaches your table.</span></p><p><span>It&#8217;s the traditional, time-honored way bread was prepared for generations, making it wonderfully light, nourishing, and easy on your stomach.</span></p><p><span>It means you don&#8217;t have to live without bread forever.</span></p><p><span>You can enjoy a warm, comforting slice of fresh, 100% gluten-free sourdough with your meal, having that authentic flavor and texture you&#8217;ve missed without the worry of how your stomach will feel an hour later.</span></p><p><span>Because every woman&#8217;s body and routine are uniquely her own, what works for one person may not be the exact right path for another.</span></p><p><span>That is why this quick 2-minute quiz was created.</span></p><p><span>It gently looks at your personal daily routine, your primary food sensitivities, and your current digestive comfort to see if slow-fermented, gluten-free sourdough is the right fit for your body.</span></p><p class="button-wrapper" 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So why don&#8217;t I feel better?&#8221;</strong></p><p>You&#8217;re making the salads.</p><p>You&#8217;ve cut back on things you know aren&#8217;t great for you.</p><p>Maybe you&#8217;ve tried eating more fiber, taking probiotics, avoiding certain foods, or drinking more water.</p><p>And yet&#8230;</p><p>You still wake up feeling bloated some mornings.</p><p>Your stomach feels uncomfortable after a meal that seemed perfectly healthy.</p><p>One day a food is fine. The next, it doesn&#8217;t seem to agree with you at all.</p><p>And after a while, it gets frustrating.</p><p><strong>Because what are you actually supposed to change?</strong></p><p>Eat more fiber? Less fiber?</p><p>Cut out dairy? Gluten? 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class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Hi,</p><p>Have you ever looked at the ingredient list on a tub of yogurt?</p><p>Sugar. Thickeners. Stabilizers. Preservatives.</p><p>It makes you wonder... isn&#8217;t yogurt supposed to be one of the healthiest foods we eat?</p><h2>The good news is, making your own yogurt is <mark data-color="#fff2cc" style="background-color: rgb(255, 242, 204); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">much easier than most people think</mark>.</h2><p>With our <strong>Deluxe Yogurt Making Kit</strong>, all you need is milk and a few simple steps to create rich, creamy, probiotic-filled yogurt right in your own kitchen. No complicated equipment required.</p><p>The kit includes everything you need to get started:</p><p>&#10004;&#65039; Stainless steel yogurt maker<br>&#10004;&#65039; Glass mason jar<br>&#10004;&#65039; Yogurt thermometer<br>&#10004;&#65039; Starter culture<br>&#10004;&#65039; Printed &amp; digital recipe book with 30+ recipes, including dairy-free options and flavor ideas</p><p>And here&#8217;s my favorite part...</p><p><strong>Homemade yogurt actually tastes like yogurt.</strong></p><p>It&#8217;s creamier, fresher, and made with ingredients you choose, not a long list of things you can&#8217;t pronounce.</p><p>&#128073;<a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=supermarket#next-step"> </a><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=supermarket#next-step">See Everything Included in the Yogurt Making Kit</a></strong></p><p>To your happy health,</p><p><strong>Veronika</strong></p><p><strong>P.S.</strong> Once you make your first batch, you&#8217;ll wonder why you ever bought yogurt from the supermarket. Just <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=supermarket#next-step">try it</a>! </p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 tips & secrets for making the perfect yogurt 😋]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don't tell anyone!]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/6-tips-and-secrets-for-making-the</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/6-tips-and-secrets-for-making-the</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bloom Cooking]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:04:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!A_d_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ff637cfb1-2827-4969-94ba-56e6ea46cdf2_648x648.gif" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1 style="text-align: center;"><strong>6 Secret Tips to Make Your Perfect Yogurt!</strong></h1><div 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x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p style="text-align: center;">Are you ready to hit the high notes of homemade yogurt perfection?</p><p style="text-align: center;">It&#8217;s easier than you think, especially when you&#8217;ve got the right genius device to go with it - the <strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=6+tips#next-step">Yogurt Maker!</a></strong></p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=6+tips#next-step&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Claim Your Special Discount&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=6+tips#next-step"><span>Claim Your Special Discount</span></a></p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>Here are Our 6 TOP Tips Straight From the Kitchen!</strong></h2><p><strong>1. Cultivating Culture: </strong>Choose the right culture to ensure your yogurt isn&#8217;t too runny. A plain, high-quality store-bought yogurt can be a great starter. Just make sure it&#8217;s free from additives!</p><p><strong>2. Milk It:</strong></p><p>Whether it&#8217;s whole, plant-based, or goat&#8217;s milk, each type adds its unique touch. For a thicker set, stir in some milk powder.</p><p><strong>3. Keeping Culture Alive:</strong></p><p>Reuse your homemade yogurt as a starter by saving some as a seed culture. Refresh it with fresh milk weekly, and if it gets thin over time, simply start with a new culture.</p><p><strong>4. Sterilize for Success:</strong></p><p>Ensure all your equipment is sterilized. This step is non-negotiable for a pure, uncontaminated batch.</p><p><strong>5. Timing &amp; Temperature:</strong></p><p>Heat milk properly, add your culture at the right temperature, and then let it rest undisturbed. Use a thermometer for precision!</p><p><strong>6. Flavor Fantastic:</strong></p><p>Personalize your yogurt with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, fruit pur&#233;es, or a dash of your favorite spices.</p><p><strong>Bonus Tip - The Perfect Yogurt Maker: </strong>For those looking for flawless fermentation every time, consider investing a high-quality yogurt maker...<strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=6+tips#next-step">like this one</a></strong> ;)</p><p>It takes the guesswork out of temperatures and timing, ensuring your homemade yogurt is consistently divine!<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=6+tips#next-step&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Yes, I want Perfect Yogurt Everytime&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-kit-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=6+tips#next-step"><span>Yes, I want Perfect Yogurt Everytime</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stop buying yogurt!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The truth behind your next breakfast is waiting to be revealed&#8230;]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/kit-stop-buying-yogurt</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/kit-stop-buying-yogurt</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bloom Cooking]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:03:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!dc5U!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9231840f-075c-4d8c-999a-8843fe1ec767_648x648.gif" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1><strong>                         STOP Buying Yogurt.</strong></h1><div 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Here's what else is going on.]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/the-real-reason-weight-loss-changes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/the-real-reason-weight-loss-changes</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronika]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:05:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hkYt!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddf3a8ae-ba43-4e6b-8401-461b65e9df5d_1920x2560.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hkYt!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fddf3a8ae-ba43-4e6b-8401-461b65e9df5d_1920x2560.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div 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Move more.</p><p>But new research is revealing that for women over 40, the story is far more complex.</p><p>As hormone levels begin to shift during perimenopause and menopause, the body undergoes major metabolic changes that can directly affect:<br>&#8226; hunger signals<br>&#8226; insulin sensitivity<br>&#8226; fat storage<br>&#8226; muscle mass<br>&#8226; energy expenditure</p><p>This is one reason many women notice that the same diet that once worked suddenly stops producing results.</p><p>In fact, studies show that declining estrogen levels can influence where fat is stored, especially around the abdomen, while also making blood sugar regulation more difficult.</p><p>At the same time, muscle mass naturally decreases with age, which can slow resting metabolism over time.</p><p>The result?</p><p>Many women feel stuck in a cycle of:<br>eating less,<br>feeling hungrier,<br>having lower energy,<br>and still struggling to lose weight.</p><p>This is also why calorie counting alone often becomes frustrating and unsustainable.</p><p>Because the body is not simply a math equation.</p><p>Researchers are now paying much closer attention to another major factor in weight management after 40:</p><p>Gut health.</p><p>The <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=quiz">gut microbiome</a> plays a role in:<br>&#8226; appetite regulation<br>&#8226; inflammation<br>&#8226; digestion<br>&#8226; blood sugar response<br>&#8226; cravings and satiety</p><p>Certain beneficial bacteria have even been linked to healthier weight regulation and improved metabolic function.</p><p>This is why more women are shifting their focus away from restrictive dieting and toward <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=quiz">foods that support metabolic and gut health naturally</a>.</p><p>That includes prioritizing:<br>&#8226; protein-rich meals<br>&#8226; <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=quiz">fiber-rich</a> foods<br>&#8226; fermented foods<br>&#8226; probiotic support<br>&#8226; stable blood sugar habits</p><p>Not because these foods are &#8220;diet foods.&#8221;</p><p>But because they help the body function more efficiently.</p><p>Many women report that when they support digestion and blood sugar balance first, they naturally experience:<br>&#8226; fewer cravings<br>&#8226; better appetite control<br>&#8226; steadier energy<br>&#8226; less mindless snacking</p><p>without constantly tracking calories.</p><p>The conversation around weight loss is changing.</p><p>And for women over 40, that shift may be long overdue.</p><p>Curious what your gut might be telling you?</p><p>What if your cravings, bloating, fatigue, and weight struggles are connected to your gut?</p><p>Take our FREE<a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=quiz"> Gut Health Quiz</a> to discover possible imbalances that could be affecting your cravings, digestion, energy, and weight loss efforts.</p><p></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=quiz&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;TAKE THE FREE GUT HEALTH QUIZ&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=quiz"><span>TAKE THE FREE GUT HEALTH QUIZ</span></a></p><p>To your health!</p><p>Veronika </p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The fiber advice that was making things worse]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 4 things standard fiber advice never tells you]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/the-fiber-advice-that-was-making</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/the-fiber-advice-that-was-making</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronika]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:41:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ql31!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd16cd26d-a552-4ac4-8133-b5de3be3adea_3328x4992.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Ql31!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd16cd26d-a552-4ac4-8133-b5de3be3adea_3328x4992.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Hi </p><p>Can I tell you something that took me way too long to figure out?</p><p>For years I thought I just couldn&#8217;t handle fiber. Every time I tried to &#8220;eat healthier&#8221;  more beans, more bran, more of those big colorful bowls everyone swears by,  I ended up bloated, uncomfortable, and worse off than before I started.</p><p>So I did what a lot of people do.</p><p>I quietly convinced myself that my body just couldn&#8217;t handle fiber.</p><p>It turns out, that wasn&#8217;t true at all.</p><p>The problem wasn&#8217;t the fiber.</p><p>It was <strong>how</strong> I was eating it.</p><p>Here&#8217;s what nobody tells you:<a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/ghcb-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=fiber2"> <mark data-color="#fff2cc" style="background-color: rgb(255, 242, 204); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">not all fiber behaves the same way</mark></a>, and dumping a bunch of it into your system all at once, especially if you&#8217;re gluten-free, dairy-free, or just have a sensitive gut, is basically guaranteed to backfire.</p><p>There&#8217;s a gentler way to do this. </p><p>One that doesn't begin with a list of foods you have to eliminate or force yourself to eat.</p><p>That&#8217;s exactly what the FiberMaxxing Cookbook is built around.</p><p>It&#8217;s not just recipes (though and they&#8217;re genuinely good - Buckwheat Cake with Berries, Chickpea Flatbread, Quinoa Almond Bread, to name a few). </p><p>It&#8217;s a real system built around four things most advice skips entirely:</p><p>- the right type of fiber for a sensitive system<br>- a pace your body can actually keep up with<br>- real plant variety, not the same 3 vegetables on repeat<br>- how you sequence your plate, which quietly affects your energy all afternoon</p><p>Every recipe is naturally <strong>gluten-free</strong>, with simple <strong>dairy-free </strong>swaps built right in. And everything was reviewed by a functional medicine coach and a registered dietitian - not just something we threw together and hoped for the best.</p><p><em>&#8220;I stopped feeling wrecked after lunch within the first week. Wish I&#8217;d found this years ago.&#8221;</em></p><p>If &#8220;just eat more fiber&#8221; has ever left you bloated, frustrated, or convinced your body is broken - it isn&#8217;t. </p><p>Sometimes it isn&#8217;t the advice that&#8217;s wrong.</p><p>It&#8217;s just incomplete.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/ghcb-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=fiber2&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Try the Gentler Fiber System&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/ghcb-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=fiber2"><span>Try the Gentler Fiber System</span></a></p><p><br>And right now, you can still get the entire collection at our special launch price and save over $100!</p><p>Talk soon,<br>Veronika</p><p><em>P.S. No, this isn't another "eat clean" diet. There's real bread and desserts in here. 60-day guarantee - try the recipes, see how you feel, and if it's not a fit, we'll refund you, no questions. </em><strong>Get your cookbook</strong> <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/ghcb-sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=fiber2">HERE</a></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Water Kefir vs. Kombucha: Which One Wins? 🥂]]></title><description><![CDATA[I tried both - and here&#8217;s what surprised me most]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/water-kefir-vs-kombucha-which-one-a20</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/water-kefir-vs-kombucha-which-one-a20</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronika]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:22:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fwhk!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F24e7e48b-4e49-4681-8b2a-d127ec9c20e5_820x764.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fwhk!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F24e7e48b-4e49-4681-8b2a-d127ec9c20e5_820x764.png 424w, 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>When I first started exploring fermented drinks, <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha">kombucha</a> was everywhere. And I personally loved it. The refreshing taste that replaces the need for soda drinks (mango one is my favorite), and that subtle boost of energy as a coffee alternative in the afternoon, and I LOVE how it is making my stomach feel - bloating that I had on a regular basis feels better, lighter, and I even noticed my brain fog has also improved! </p><p>So of course, I kept buying it. Almost daily, I would grab one from a local store, but $4 for a small bottle, quite frankly, started to add up quickly. So, naturally next step was to learn how to make it myself. But here is the problem&#8230; I have never fermented anything in my life, and it seemed too intimidating to make. Me? Fermenting something? I don&#8217;t think so&#8230;.</p><p>Then, as I progressed into my health journey, I discovered <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha">water kefir</a>. Researched the qualities, saw how it makes me feel, and I loved the effects as well. Naturally, I have looked up how to make that myself, and well&#8230; it seems easy? Just a clean jar, sugar water, and fruit flavoring? &#8220;I believe even I can make that work&#8221;. </p><p>Naturally, I started wondering, &#8220;well, what is the actual difference between them? They both are probiotics, but which one is better?&#8221; </p><p>That&#8217;s when I realized something important: these two drinks may both be probiotic-rich, but they <em>feel</em> completely different. And depending on what your body (and hormones) need, one may be a better fit than the other.</p><p>Here&#8217;s what I&#8217;ve noticed:</p><p><strong><a href="https://store.bloomcooking.com/products/kombucha-cookbook?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha&amp;utm_id=substack&amp;utm_term=kombucha&amp;utm_content=kombucha">Kombucha</a>: The Bold One</strong></p><p><strong>Flavor:</strong> Bright, bold, and tangy, with a lively kick that wakes up your taste buds (mango and strawberry mix is a must-try) </p><p><strong>Probiotics:</strong> Packed with beneficial cultures that support gut health, offering a concentrated boost of live microbes that is much easier to have daily than most other probiotic rich foods. </p><p><strong>Hormone Connection:</strong> Its natural caffeine and acidity can provide a gentle lift in energy and focus, which many people, including myself,  find useful, especially as a coffee alternative. But at certain times, like the evening, I prefer to have something a little gentler. </p><p><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha">Water Kefir</a>: The Gentle One</strong></p><ul><li><p>Flavor: Light, mildly sweet, refreshing, with natural bubbles.</p></li><li><p>Probiotics: Can carry a broader diversity of bacteria, which supports digestion and immunity in a gentler way.</p></li><li><p>Hormone Connection: Caffeine-free, practically no alcohol, lower acidity, and easier on sensitive stomachs, making it a calmer choice when your body needs balance rather than stimulation.</p><p></p></li></ul><p>Both drinks are wonderful, and I love them both. Both are alive, full of probiotics, and support your gut microbiome, which, in turn, affects your hormones, mood, and even sleep.</p><p>For me, <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha">water kefir </a>felt like an easy one to start my fermentation journey with. </p><p>At the end of the day, it&#8217;s not about which is &#8220;better.&#8221; It&#8217;s about listening to your gut, your hormones, and how you feel after you drink it. </p><p>So if you&#8217;ve only tried one, maybe this is your invitation to experiment with the other. </p><p>That is what I am going to do next :) </p><p>Happy Fermenting! </p><p></p><p><strong>P.S. Did you know&#8230;</strong></p><ul><li><p>Water kefir can contain up to <strong>30 different strains of probiotics</strong>, far more variety than most capsules in the supplement aisle?</p></li><li><p>The gut isn&#8217;t just about digestion, it directly influences <strong>hormones like estrogen, cortisol, and even melatonin</strong> (your sleep hormone).</p></li><li><p>Fermented foods like <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha">kefir</a> and <a href="https://store.bloomcooking.com/products/kombucha-cookbook?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha&amp;utm_id=substack&amp;utm_term=kombucha&amp;utm_content=kombucha">kombucha</a> have been part of diets for <strong>thousands of years</strong>, from ancient Egypt to Mexico, long before &#8220;gut health&#8221; was trending.</p></li><li><p>Sugar cravings often come from imbalanced gut bacteria. Once your microbiome is supported, those cravings can calm down naturally.</p></li><li><p>Supporting your gut with fermented foods may help ease <strong>menopausal symptoms</strong> like bloating, brain fog, and mood swings.</p></li></ul><div><hr></div><p>One of my favourite cozy recipes from the <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=kombucha">water kefir</a> book: </p><h3>Bonus Recipe: Apple Cider </h3><p>There are undeniable health benefits to this drink, which is packed with gut-friendly bacteria, vitamins and polyphenols. 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Total time: 3h 20min Yield: 5-6 servings</p><p>Ingredients:</p><p>&#8226;1.5L water<br>&#8226; 5 medium apples, quartered <br>&#8226; 1orange, halved<br>&#8226;2 cinnamon sticks<br>&#8226;I tsp. whole cloves<br>&#8226;I whole nutmeg<br>&#8226;45g packed brown sugar</p><p></p><p>1. Combine all the ingredients in a large stockpot.</p><p>2. Bring to a boil, then allow it to boil for one hour. Lower the heat, then let the mixture simmer for two hours.</p><p>3. Strain using a fine mesh strainer, pressing on the pieces of fruit with a wooden spoon to squeeze all the juices out. Discard whatever is left in the strainer.</p><p>4. Serve warm or chilled.</p><p>Additional information:</p><p>&#8226; Homemade apple cider doesn't contain alcohol. However, fi you ferment it over time, it will eventually become hard apple cider, which does contain alcohol.</p><p>. Do not peel the apples. The skin will add color and flavor to your homemade apple cider!<br></p><p>I hope you will enjoy your fermentation journey! &#128522;<br></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Easiest Way to Make Gut-Loving Foods at Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[Designed by food pros, made for real life - get started with homemade kefir]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/the-easiest-way-to-make-gut-loving-be5</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/the-easiest-way-to-make-gut-loving-be5</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 12:29:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Want to support your digestion naturally? </h3><h3><strong>Fermented foods are one of the best ways to feed your gut the good bacteria it craves.</strong></h3><p><strong>and they&#8217;re</strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1">&#8203; </a><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=saturdaykefir">easier to make&#8203;</a> than you think.</strong></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=saturdaykefir" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif" width="684" height="764" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/d5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:764,&quot;width&quot;:684,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:null,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:null,&quot;href&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=saturdaykefir&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:null,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!n_RT!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_lossy/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd5eb7e35-335b-4495-b400-8a8c34ae97f4_684x764.gif 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a><figcaption class="image-caption"></figcaption></figure></div><p>Maybe you&#8217;ve heard about the gut-friendly benefits of fermented foods&#8230; 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The flavor (and health benefits) are truly worth it.</p><p>Happy fermenting!</p><p><em>P.S. This weekend you can get it at 60% Off!</em> <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/water-kefir-guide-sp-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=saturdaykefir">Explore this Gut-Friendly Fermentation Guide&#8203;</a>  </p><p></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Read this If you've been bloated for as long as you can remember ]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have improved my bloat in 14 days and I still eat bread.]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/read-this-if-youve-been-bloated-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/read-this-if-youve-been-bloated-for</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronika]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 11:50:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg 848w, 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data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:1024,&quot;width&quot;:683,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:83303,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:false,&quot;topImage&quot;:true,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://news.bloomcooking.com/i/199711696?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-P1y!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F23a4e5f0-4310-400e-a5cb-02b4ee1167e7_683x1024.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div 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height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><em>I want to share something that might help you out there, struggling with bloating.</em></p><p><em>For the past two weeks, I&#8217;ve been taking a spoonful of psyllium husk every single day. Not in a recipe. Just a spoonful, mixed into water, every afternoon.</em></p><p><em>I have to be honest,  I wasn&#8217;t expecting much. I&#8217;ve tried things before.</em></p><p><em>But my digestion has genuinely improved. The bloating I used to feel in the evenings is noticeably less. Even my biggest problem zone- my stomach- started to look and feel leaner! </em></p><p><em>Here&#8217;s why it works:</em></p><p><em>Psyllium husk is one of the most powerful natural sources of soluble fibre there is. It absorbs water in your gut, slows digestion in the best possible way, feeds the beneficial bacteria in your microbiome, and helps calm the kind of irregular, unpredictable digestion that so many of us quietly deal with every day.</em></p><p><em>But I&#8217;ll be honest, it quickly becomes a chore. Mixed into water, psyllium husk is not exactly a pleasure to drink. The taste isn&#8217;t for everyone. And I knew that if it felt like medicine, I&#8217;d eventually stop.</em></p><p><em>So I started looking at what I could make that included it instead.</em></p><p><em>It happens to be that psyllium husk is the key ingredient in almost every loaf of gluten-free sourdough - it&#8217;s what gives it real structure, proper crust, and the texture you stopped expecting from gluten-free bread. That felt like a very good reason to finally give sourdough a go!</em></p><p><em>Every time you bake a loaf, you&#8217;re getting all the gut benefits - the soluble fibre, the microbiome support, the reduced bloating - without it feeling like a supplement. </em></p><p><em>It just feels like making bread.</em></p><p><em>And that shift from &#8220;this is good for me&#8221; to &#8220;this is something I actually crave to eat&#8221; is everything. Because psychologically speaking, if we enjoy it, we're far more likely to stick with it.</em></p><p><em>If you&#8217;ve been missing bread, and missing a gut that actually cooperates, this is a genuinely lovely place to start.</em></p><p><em>And if you need help getting started, Blooms Gluten-Free Sourdough Masterclass teaches you everything step-by-step in VIDEO format. Developed and filmed by two professional chefs in fermentation and baking, but made simple enough for any home kitchen - even the biggest beginner like me can make it work! Some of the recipes use just 7 ingredients, and psyllium husk is one of them.</em></p><p><em>And it&#8217;s currently on sale too!</em></p><p><em><strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gf-sourdough-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=Substack&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=husk&amp;utm_id=01KS2Q5WXJ1SV5MA2GYDJ926TZ&amp;utm_term=gfbc1+%2801KS2Q5WXJ1SV5MA2GYDJ926TZ%29&amp;utm_content=button">Join The Gluten-Free Sourdough Masterclass Here</a></strong></em></p><p><em>I really hope this helps! Please share your creations! I would absolutely love to see them.</em></p><p><em>Happy baking!</em> </p><p><em>Veronika</em></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Discover the Sparkling Secret to Ancient Wellness-Now in Your Kitchen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unlock the Home-Brewable Superfood for Just $17]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/discover-the-sparkling-secret-to-b16</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/discover-the-sparkling-secret-to-b16</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Bloom Cooking]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:27:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!E645!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb0c580b9-5125-4ebd-a520-4d2d3ed04862_1304x1338.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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together to fight pathogens, improve lactose tolerance, and balance microbiota .</p></li><li><p><strong>Holistic health perks:</strong> Beyond digestion, water kefir&#8217;s postbiotics and antioxidants help calm inflammation, support immune defenses, and even aid cholesterol and blood-sugar regulation .<br></p></li></ul><h1><strong>The research is here and the list of health benefits is long&#8230;</strong></h1><p>&#10003; <strong>Nourishes</strong> and <strong>balances</strong> your <strong>gut microbiome</strong><br>&#10003; Helps <strong>relieve diarrhea</strong> and <strong>manage IBS</strong> symptoms<br>&#10003; Improves <strong>lactose tolerance</strong> by reducing residual lactose<br>&#10003; Inhibits harmful <strong>pathogens</strong> (e.g., Candida, Salmonella, E. coli)<br>&#10003; Enhances <strong>immune function</strong> and guards against infections<br>&#10003; Reduces <strong>inflammation</strong> through bioactive postbiotics<br>&#10003; Supports healthy <strong>cholesterol levels</strong> by boosting bile excretion<br>&#10003; Aids <strong>blood-sugar regulation</strong> with naturally low sugar content<br>&#10003; Delivers potent <strong>antioxidants</strong> to fight oxidative stress<br>&#10003; May offer <strong>anti-cancer effects</strong> against certain cell lines<br>&#10003; Promotes <strong>bone health</strong> via improved nutrient absorption<br>&#10003; Assists <strong>weight management</strong> through low calories and steady energy<br>&#10003; Boosts <strong>mood</strong> with serotonin-precursor nutrients<br>&#10003; Naturally <strong>dairy-free</strong> and <strong>vegan-friendly</strong><br>&#10003; Rich in <strong>prebiotics</strong>, <strong>postbiotics</strong>, <strong>enzymes</strong>, and <strong>organic acids</strong></p><p>And these are only a few of the <strong>immediate health benefits</strong> you might experience when you try this long-forgotten superfood.</p><h3>Imagine harnessing centuries of wisdom, 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I was choosing yogurt instead of sweets&#8230; only to now realize I would&#8217;ve been better off just eating that chocolate.   <br><br>You&#8217;ve been there, right?</p><p>Standing in the daily aisle, staring at rows of yogurt, thinking you&#8217;re making a healthy choice&#8230;</p><p>But what if that &#8220;healthy&#8221; yogurt isn&#8217;t doing what you think it is?</p><h2><strong><br>The Hidden Problem in Your Yogurt Cup</strong></h2><p>Many of these &#8220;healthy&#8221; products are still highly processed and packed with added sugars, refined ingredients, and artificial sweeteners.</p><p>And here&#8217;s the part that surprised me most&#8230;</p><p>Studies show they can trigger blood sugar spikes and insulin responses similar to regular sweets.<br>But unlike sweets, they&#8217;re often less satisfying&#8230;</p><p>Which means you end up craving more. Eating more. Snacking more.</p><p>Which is exactly what was happening to me&#8230;</p><p>As it turns out, some yogurts contain up to <strong>20g of sugar in a single serving.</strong></p><p>Bear in mind that the recommended amount for women is around 25g of sugar per day!</p><p>And just to note, a typical 50g milk chocolate bar often has around 20g of sugar as well. So if you are eating yogurt as a replacement treat to be &#8220;healthy,&#8221; you might as well just eat that chocolate for the same sugar intake. At least, that&#8217;s how I felt.</p><p>I&#8217;m not saying chocolate is the better choice, but you get the idea of how unhealthy those &#8220;healthy&#8221; yogurts actually are.</p><p>Because that sugar feeds the bad bacteria in your gut, which can cancel out the probiotic benefits you were hoping for.</p><p>So instead of helping your gut, it may be working against you!</p><h2></h2><h2><strong>So What Is the Solution? </strong></h2><p>Once I learned this, my first response was to stop buying yogurt altogether. </p><p>But here&#8217;s the thing&#8230;</p><p>Yogurt <em>can</em> be incredibly powerful for your health. </p><p>Especially on the weight loss journey and to improve your digestion, which are two of my current main goals. <br></p><p>So then I started thinking&#8230;</p><p>Where can I actually find yogurt that isn&#8217;t ultra-processed?<br>That doesn&#8217;t come with a long list of ingredients I can&#8217;t pronounce?<br>And isn&#8217;t loaded with unnecessary sugar?</p><p>The more I looked, the more I realized something frustrating.</p><p>Most store-bought options just didn&#8217;t check all the boxes.</p><p>And the ones that did just cost <strong>way too much money&#8230; </strong><br></p><p>And that&#8217;s when a simple idea came up&#8230;</p><p><em>What if I just made my own yogurt at home?</em></p><p>Fresh.<br>No hidden sugars.<br>No unnecessary additives.<br>With massive cost savings.<br>And <strong>complete control over </strong><em><strong>every </strong></em><strong>ingredient that goes into it!</strong><br></p><p>How cool would that be&#8230; </p><p></p><p>But I&#8217;ll be honest&#8230; that scared me a little.<br>Making my own yogurt? I don&#8217;t know&#8230; it sounds complicated.<br><br>So I needed someone to show me how to do it&#8230; <strong>starting from zero experience..<br></strong></p><p>And that&#8217;s exactly what this <strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button">Homemade Yogurt Guide from Bloom</a></strong> did.</p><p>It walks you through everything step by step, with simple, easy-to-follow instructions and clear guidance anyone can understand, even if you&#8217;ve never made yogurt before. </p><p>And what I really liked&#8230;</p><p>It&#8217;s not just a book.</p><p>There&#8217;s also a <strong>video masterclass</strong>, so you can actually see the process as you go.</p><p>I ended up getting both, just to make sure I got it right from the start.<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" 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($81 value)</strong></h3><p></p><p>Everything is designed to be easy to follow, using minimal ingredients, with step-by-step guidance and flavors for every taste.</p><p>With homemade yogurt, you&#8217;re in charge.<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Reserve Your Spot Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/yogurt-cookbook-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button"><span>Reserve Your Spot Here</span></a></p><p><br>I&#8217;m genuinely excited for you to get your hands on this guide.</p><p>It&#8217;s been a long time coming, and I can&#8217;t wait to hear what you think once you try it!</p><p></p><p><em>P.S. 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url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!f8PR!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F52562307-847d-40d9-8897-a8ec7caec680_1920x1280.jpeg" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://bloomcooking.com/recipe/high-fiber-high-protein-flaxseed-wraps/" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!f8PR!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F52562307-847d-40d9-8897-a8ec7caec680_1920x1280.jpeg 424w, 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title="High-Fiber HIgh-Protein Flaxseed Wraps" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!f8PR!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F52562307-847d-40d9-8897-a8ec7caec680_1920x1280.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!f8PR!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F52562307-847d-40d9-8897-a8ec7caec680_1920x1280.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!f8PR!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F52562307-847d-40d9-8897-a8ec7caec680_1920x1280.jpeg 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!f8PR!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F52562307-847d-40d9-8897-a8ec7caec680_1920x1280.jpeg 1456w" sizes="100vw" fetchpriority="high"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a><figcaption class="image-caption"><em>High-Fiber HIgh-Protein Flaxseed Wraps</em></figcaption></figure></div><p>Flaxseeds have been around for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians and Mediterranean cultures loved them for their strength - giving nutrition and often ground them into simple breads for everyday meals.</p><p>I&#8217;ve always loved how such a tiny seed can turn into something surprisingly satisfying. </p><p>When I first tried making wraps with flaxseed, I was honestly amazed. Just a little flaxseed meal, a bit of water, and suddenly you have a soft, flexible wrap with a warm, nutty aroma that feels wholesome and comforting.</p><p>These <em><strong><a href="https://bloomcooking.com/recipe/high-fiber-high-protein-flaxseed-wraps/">High-Fiber HIgh-Protein Flaxseed Wraps</a></strong></em> remind me of traditional flatbreads you find around the world - like Mediterranean lavash or simple homemade rotis - but with a modern, nutrition-packed twist.</p><p>They&#8217;re rich in fiber, naturally high in plant protein, and perfect for anyone who wants something light yet filling.</p><p>What I enjoy most is how versatile they are!!</p><p>Once you make one, you start wondering... <em>what should I fill it with next?</em> Fresh veggies? Creamy hummus? Maybe grilled chicken? That curiosity is half the fun!</p><p><strong>Prep Time: 10 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Rest Time: 20 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Cooking Time: 8&#8211;10 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Yield: 4 wraps</strong></p><h2>Ingredients:</h2><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ukTn!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5d2227ec-e6b4-4a19-bb40-c721954313f6_1664x2496.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ukTn!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5d2227ec-e6b4-4a19-bb40-c721954313f6_1664x2496.jpeg 424w, 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class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3>Wrap Dough:</h3><ul><li><p>Ground flaxseed &#8211; 175 g</p></li><li><p>Hot water &#8211; 250&#8211;260 g</p></li><li><p>Salt &#8211; 6 g</p></li></ul><h3>Suggested Filling:</h3><ul><li><p>Lettuce</p></li><li><p>Cherry tomatoes</p></li><li><p>Cream cheese mixed with mustard</p></li><li><p>Optional: avocado, smoked salmon, grilled vegetables, chicken, herbs.</p></li></ul><h2>Instructions:</h2><h3>1. To Make the Wraps:</h3><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a2b1ff2e-2c71-4102-b0d8-14beb3cb8294_1664x2496.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/a5391e67-991a-41a6-9711-a3ab9daab260_1920x1280.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/16e1601d-02a3-4dff-b991-e26be6f3fcbe_1920x1280.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/912142ba-a144-4a8a-9e7e-989da4f63816_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p></p><ol><li><p>Get your ingredients together before you begin.</p></li><li><p>In a bowl, combine ground flaxseed and salt.</p></li><li><p>Pour in hot water and mix immediately with a spoon until a thick dough forms.</p></li><li><p>Once slightly cooled, shape into a ball.</p></li><li><p>Wrap tightly in cling film and let rest for 15&#8211;20 minutes to allow full hydration.</p></li><li><p>Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.</p></li><li><p>Roll each piece between two sheets of baking paper into thin circles (approx. 2&#8211;3 mm).</p></li><li><p>For perfect shape, trim edges using a plate as a guide.</p></li><li><p>Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease with a touch of olive oil if needed.</p></li><li><p>Cook each wrap for about 2&#8211;3 minutes per side until lightly golden and set.</p></li><li><p>Cool slightly before filling.<br></p></li></ol><h3>2. 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3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a><figcaption class="image-caption"><em>Wholesome High-Fiber Digestive Style Biscuits with toasted whole grains and a lightly sweet, crisp-crumbly texture-perfect for a nourishing snack with tea or coffee.</em></figcaption></figure></div><p></p><p>Have you ever wondered how a simple biscuit became a snack people love for both taste and digestion? </p><p>Here&#8217;s a little story I enjoy sharing.</p><p>Back in the 1800s, British bakers created digestive biscuits using whole wheat flour. </p><p>The idea was simple - make a biscuit that felt light on the stomach while still tasting good. People quickly fell in love with them, especially during afternoon tea.</p><p>Now fast forward to modern kitchens. Bakers began adding bran, oats, and other fiber-rich grains, transforming the traditional biscuit into what we now enjoy as <em><strong><a href="https://bloomcooking.com/recipe/high-fiber-oat-digestive-biscuits/">High-Fiber Digestive Style Biscuits</a></strong></em>. Same comforting idea-just a healthier twist.</p><p>Personally, I love how these biscuits feel both nostalgic and modern at the same time. </p><p>When they bake, the kitchen fills with the warm aroma of toasted grains, and the texture comes out crisp on the outside and gently crumbly inside.</p><p>I often enjoy them with a cup of tea - it&#8217;s simple, comforting, and somehow never gets boring.</p><p>And honestly, once you taste one, you&#8217;ll probably reach for another. &#127850;</p><p><strong>Prep Time: 15 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Chill Time (optional): 15&#8211;20 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Bake Time: 15&#8211;18 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Total Time: approx. 35&#8211;45 minutes</strong></p><p><strong>Yield: Approx. 14&#8211;16 biscuits</strong></p><h2>Ingredients:</h2><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ObqZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb4ab6621-ff9b-4294-ae18-465179ea8819_1664x2496.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ObqZ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb4ab6621-ff9b-4294-ae18-465179ea8819_1664x2496.jpeg 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ObqZ!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb4ab6621-ff9b-4294-ae18-465179ea8819_1664x2496.jpeg 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ObqZ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb4ab6621-ff9b-4294-ae18-465179ea8819_1664x2496.jpeg 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class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg aria-hidden="true" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" class="icon-noB79L"><g><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image buttonBase-GK1x3M"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2 icon-noB79L"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3>Dry Ingredients:</h3><ul><li><p>Gluten-free oat flour &#8211; 80 g</p></li><li><p>Quinoa Flour &#8211; 50g</p></li><li><p>Almond flour &#8211; 60 g</p></li><li><p>Psyllium husk &#8211; 30 g</p></li><li><p>Inulin &#8211; 25 g</p></li><li><p>Coconut sugar &#8211; 40 g</p></li><li><p>Salt &#8211; 4 g</p></li><li><p>Baking powder &#8211; 5 g</p></li></ul><h3>Wet Ingredients:</h3><ul><li><p>Cold butter &#8211; 80 g (cubed)</p></li><li><p>Cold milk &#8211; 60 g</p></li><li><p>Vanilla extract &#8211; 5 g</p></li></ul><h2>Instructions:</h2><div class="image-gallery-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;gallery&quot;:{&quot;images&quot;:[{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/bb0c68b9-dee1-405e-8ed0-9b114bf508c9_1664x2496.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c36151e3-f8e4-4ce0-b293-61f6001fc58a_1664x2497.jpeg&quot;},{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/jpeg&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/2305b0c9-786c-42d0-946a-0631567ec9be_1664x2496.jpeg&quot;}],&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;alt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;staticGalleryImage&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/1a47df38-2f51-48b7-9991-6ef266a79d64_1456x474.png&quot;}},&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true}"></div><p></p><ol><li><p>Gather your required ingredients.</p></li><li><p>In a large bowl, combine oat flour, quinoa flour, almond flour, psyllium, inulin, coconut sugar, salt, and baking powder.</p></li><li><p>Add cold cubed butter.</p></li><li><p>Rub the butter into the dry ingredients using your fingertips until the mixture becomes sandy and grainy. It should resemble coarse crumbs.</p></li><li><p>Add cold milk and vanilla.</p></li><li><p>Mix quickly just until the dough comes together. Do not overwork.</p></li><li><p>Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll to approximately 4&#8211;5 mm thickness.</p></li><li><p>Cut circles using a cookie cutter.</p></li><li><p>Transfer to a lined baking tray.</p></li><li><p>Prick the surface with a fork to create the classic digestive pattern.</p></li><li><p>Bake at <strong>170&#176;C / 340&#176;F</strong> for 15&#8211;18 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.</p></li><li><p>Cool completely before serving - they firm up as they cool.</p></li></ol><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!bEIP!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0cf3a8ee-fa4f-4f87-8c54-359c3363b8e7_1664x2496.jpeg" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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Energy. Cravings. Even how your mornings feel.</p><p>And if you&#8217;re ready to take that one step further&#8230;</p><p>We put together a full guide with recipes like this that are designed to support your gut while still tasting amazing.<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gluten-free-baking-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=cookies&amp;utm_content=button&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Get Limited-Time Guide Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gluten-free-baking-sl-1?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=cookies&amp;utm_content=button"><span>Get Limited-Time Guide Here</span></a></p><p><br>You don&#8217;t have to give up the foods you love.<br>You just need better versions of them.</p><p>I&#8217;m inviting you to explore how delicious food can be a pathway to your best health! </p><p>Talk soon,</p><p></p><p></p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[What happened when I started making my own yogurt]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was easier than I thought, and my gut has never felt better]]></description><link>https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/what-happened-when-i-started-making-5dd</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://news.bloomcooking.com/p/what-happened-when-i-started-making-5dd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Veronika]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:06:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!gB_7!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2c8b1c8f-b6a3-4d08-8e2a-844cfb240939_1438x958.gif" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I used to grab those &#8220;healthy&#8221; yogurt cups from the store, thinking I was doing something good for my body.</p><p>But the truth? I was still feeling bloated, heavy, and tired after eating. My digestion felt off, no matter how clean I thought I was eating.</p><p>Then someone suggested making my own yogurt.</p><p>At first, it sounded complicated&#8230; but it wasn&#8217;t. It was simple and very empowering.</p><p>Within a week or two, my gut felt <em>calmer</em>. I wasn&#8217;t as puffy or uncomfortable after meals. My energy started coming back. And it felt good knowing I made something that was truly alive and nourishing.<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Get Your Gut Health Bundle Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button"><span>Get Your Gut Health Bundle Here</span></a></p><p><br>It&#8217;s amazing what can change when you go back to basics, to simpler foods.</p><p><strong>Handmade yogurt</strong> is full of the <em>real</em> stuff your gut loves: live cultures, enzymes, and natural probiotics that most store-bought brands kill off during processing.</p><h3><strong>And here&#8217;s the beautiful part:<br><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_campaign=gut+health+quiz&amp;utm_id=Gut+Heath+Quiz&amp;utm_term=yogurt&amp;utm_content=yogurt">You can do this too</a>.</strong></h3><p>You don&#8217;t need fancy tools, just a little curiosity and a desire to feel better.</p><div><hr></div><p>If your gut&#8217;s been feeling &#8220;off&#8221; lately, or you&#8217;re just ready for a fresh, healing start&#8230; <a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button">come join us</a>.</p><p><strong>What you&#8217;ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><p>The exact moment your milk transforms into creamy yogurt (and how to tell when it&#8217;s perfect)</p></li><li><p>My &#8220;no-fail&#8221; method that works for beginners (even if you&#8217;ve tried and failed before)</p></li><li><p>How to make dairy-free versions that taste BETTER than expensive store brands</p></li><li><p>The simple equipment trick that guarantees thick, rich yogurt every time</p></li></ul><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!gB_7!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2c8b1c8f-b6a3-4d08-8e2a-844cfb240939_1438x958.gif 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!gB_7!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2c8b1c8f-b6a3-4d08-8e2a-844cfb240939_1438x958.gif 848w, 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Now I make better yogurt at home for a fraction of the cost. This method is foolproof!&#8221;</strong></em> - Sarah, California.</p><p><em><strong>&#8220;We consume an enormous amount of yogurt and when we purchased yogurt from stores generally we didn&#8217;t like them. Anyways since we got this method we use it at least twice a week. Every single yogurt we made turned out perfect!&#8221;</strong></em> - Abigail, Toronto<br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Unlock Your Gut Health Bundle&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button"><span>Unlock Your Gut Health Bundle</span></a></p><p><br>And right now, this yogurt workshop is part of something even bigger.</p><p>When you join, you also get access to the <strong><a href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button">Gut Health Bundle</a></strong>, which includes:</p><p>&#8226; The <strong>Water Kefir Book</strong> so you can make a naturally probiotic soda at home<br>&#8226; The <strong>Sourdough Masterclass</strong> to bake bread that is easier on digestion and full of beneficial fermentation<br>&#8226; The <strong>Yogurt Book,</strong> so you also have a book to put on your shelf<br>&#8226; The <strong>Yogurt Video Masterclass </strong>to have video step-by-step guidance on how to make yogurt at home, even for beginners</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><div class="image-link image2" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GWry!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd803f200-b9bc-43ad-b06c-c1fc5a5c8973_1000x65.gif 424w, 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We are walking this path together. &#128155;</p><div><hr></div><h2><strong>Bonus Recipe:<br>Yogurt &amp; Caramelized Banana Split</strong></h2><p><em>A sweet, creamy treat your gut will love.</em></p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/gh-challenge-quiz?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_campaign=gut+health+quiz&amp;utm_id=Gut+Heath+Quiz&amp;utm_term=yogurt&amp;utm_content=yogurt" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ubxZ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F9f775f13-298a-40e5-a863-0eee1751b834_1174x1286.png 424w, 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Combining creamy yogurt and sweet caramelized bananas creates a mouthwatering treat that will satisfy your cravings. This indulgent treat is perfect if you have minimal prep time; you can enjoy a delectable and healthier version of a beloved dessert.</p><p><strong>Things to note: </strong>for a vegan-friendly version, remove the Greek yogurt and add coconut yogurt</p><p><em><strong>Prep Time: </strong>10 minutes, <strong>Cooking time: </strong>10 minutes, <strong>Total time: </strong>20 minutes</em></p><p><strong>Ingredients:</strong></p><ul><li><p>2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced in half, lengthwise 2 tablespoons unsalted butter</p></li><li><p>2 tablespoons brown sugar</p></li><li><p>1&#8260;2 teaspoon vanilla extract</p></li><li><p>1 cup (280g) plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons caramel sauce</p></li><li><p>2 tablespoons almond slices</p></li></ul><p><strong>Instructions:</strong></p><p>1.Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Add the brown sugar and mix. Place the banana in the skillet, cut side down. Cook for 2 minutes until the bananas turn golden brown and start to caramelize. Turn and cook them for another 2 minutes on the other side.</p><p>2.Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the vanilla extract.<br><br>3.Mix the vanilla extract with the yogurt in a mixing bowl. Spoon the yogurt between serving bowls.<br><br>4.Add the cooked banana to the yogurt, then finish with a drizzle of caramel sauce and some almond flakes.</p><p>5.Serve immediately.</p><div><hr></div><p>If this recipe got you curious, imagine how supported you&#8217;ll feel with an entire library of gut-friendly meals, free cookbooks, weekly inspiration, and a community that&#8217;s healing together.<br><br></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Get Your Ultimate Gut Heath Bundle Here&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://pages.bloomcooking.com/womens-gut-health-bundle/sl?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=substack&amp;utm_campaign=yogurt&amp;utm_content=button"><span>Get Your Ultimate Gut Heath Bundle Here</span></a></p>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>