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Does freezing sauerkraut kill the probiotics?

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Let me briefly explain what scientifically SAUERKRAUT is; then I will discuss on freezing effect. Making Sauerkraut, a Naturally fermented product: Sauerkraut is made from Cabbage through the fermentation naturally by several lactic acid bacteria. read more

So sauerkraut does not have bacteria that one can tale them to be probiotic, unless they are not telling the truth. Freezing sauerkraut, due to its low pH will kill the lactic acid bacteria rapidly ( than at room or refrigerated temperature), that are associated with fermentation of sauerkraut. read more

While cooking and freezing does kill some of the good-for-you bacteria in probiotic foods, that’s not always a terrible thing. You can still get plenty of health benefits from including more of these foods into your meal plans. read more