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Fermented Foods for Back Pain

Fermented foods are pure, non-pasteurized foods preserved with only whey or salt. Therefore, they must be kept in the refrigerator. Fermented foods are a high source of vitamin C, they strengthen the immune system and they fight bad bacteria with probiotics, according to WorldsTogetherTravel.com. These foods can help relieve back pain that is caused from severe diarrhea, constipation, pregnancy and other problems related to back pain.

  1. Vegetables

    • Live, fermented vegetables that can help with back pain include cabbage, usually in the form of sauerkraut or kimchi, which is a fermented spicy cabbage from Korea, onions, pickled cucumbers and chutneys. According to MiraclePainRelief.com, many of these vegetables work as natural pain relievers, such as for back pain, and fermented versions add more nutrients than pasteurized versions.

    Dairy

    • Live dairy choices include live kefir or yogurt, made from fermented milk, kefir ice cream, coconut milk and grass-fed cheese. Fermented dairy products are made with fermented milk that is easier to digest than regular milk, especially for those with lactose-intolerance. They create good bacteria in the body that fights against infection and pain.

    Condiments

    • Naturally fermented condiments can be added to your food for flavor and health benefits, such as relieving pain. You can buy fermented condiments from the health food store or make your own at home. Popular examples include pickles, salsa, ketchup, sour cream, kimchi and mayonnaise.

    Proteins

    • Soybeans are rich in protein and fiber, and when fermented, they include enzymes and microbes that are important for digestion and are a natural pain reliever, according to MiraclePainRelief.com. Types of fermented soybeans include tempeh, su fu, natoo, miso and soy sauce. Dry sausages, fermented from beef or pork, are another form of live protein.

    Grains

    • Sourdough bread, sourdough crackers, Idli, which is made from rice, and Ang-kak, also made from rice, are fermented grains rich in enzymes that break apart the food and make more use out of the nutrients inside the food. Also, fermented foods like sourdough contain higher vitamin contents, such as folic acid, vitamin B, riboflavin and biotin, all of which keep your body functioning properly and pain-free.

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