Apple cider vinegar is made from fermented apple cider and is sweeter and less bitter than many other vinegar types. In its raw, unfiltered form, apple cider vinegar is full of beneficial bacteria -- also known as "probiotics" -- that can aid with gastrointestinal issues and help boost the immune system.
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Kefir is a cultured milk drink with a thick, creamy consistency, served plain or flavored. Traditionally, it's prepared by combining fresh milk with Kefir culture, which is made up of living yeasts and bacteria.
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Yams are a type of dry, starchy root vegetable, or "tuber," similar to the potato. Like many root vegetables, yams have a high carbohydrate count -- between 22 and 42 grams per serving, depending on yam type. In general, yams have more carbohydrates per serving than either red, white, russet or sweet potatoes.
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Yogurt is made by fermenting many types of milk -- including whole, skim, and evaporated milk -- with lactic acid bacteria. These beneficial bacteria are usually from the types called lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus.
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Vitamin B-12 is essential for good health. There are a lot of ways for people to get enough vitamin B-12, including taking supplements, getting injections or eating foods that are rich in the vitamin. The most common food sources of B-12 are meat, seafood and dairy products, and it can also be found in fermented foods.
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Many people think of crushed red pepper as a simple spice. It's a pizza topping, stored alongside the oregano and Parmesan cheese shakers, or an afterthought, something to shake on dishes that have turned out a little bland. However, the health benefits of crushed red pepper extend beyond its use as a flavoring.
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