Fermented foods have been consumed for thousands of years. Ancient diets emphasized fermented foods such as cultured vegetables, kimchi, and tempeh, a traditional soy product originating from Indonesia. And with good reason! These foods were a critical component of overall health, providing a rich source of lactic acid-producing bacteria that occur naturally on raw vegetables […]

Introduction to Plant-Based Proteins In recent years, there has been an increase in consumer demand for plant-based proteins as a healthier and more environmentally friendly alternative to animal-based proteins. This interest in plant-based diets is driven by various factors, such as a preference for consuming whole, unprocessed foods, a shift away from processed red meats

     Pumpkin seeds (also known as pepitas) have been a part of diets for thousands of years. Humans are believed to have consumed them since at least 7,000 B.C. The indigenous peoples of both North and South America have practiced pumpkin seed usage for centuries and have used the round, flat seeds as food