(NaturalHealth365) Millions of Americans suffer with digestive problems – many of them silently.  They try over-the-counter medications, laxatives and even prescription strength drugs to improve symptoms, such as acid reflux and bowel problems.  But, we all know that’s not the solution.

Unfortunately, issues like constipation, diarrhea and heartburn send people to doctors and hospitals every day.  According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, between 60 and 70 million Americans are affected by a digestive disease, with more than 48 million visiting doctors or hospitals for their conditions every year. But, this can be avoided!

Most doctors remain uninformed about the value of beet kvass

Conventionally-trained physicians often provide few answers for patients, offering little more than a bottle of pills or a vague diagnosis of “IBS” or irritable bowel syndrome.  Instead of providing tips on how to improve digestion, they often encourage patients to accept their condition and simply “manage” symptoms with medication.

The truth is, people wondering how to improve digestion issues may not need a drug, when a remedy may instead be found in fermented foods – specifically a little-known health tonic called beet kvass.  The key is to stop feeling frustrated about your healthcare provider and find someone with a better understanding about natural health remedies.

What is beet kvass and how can I make it?

For most people, beets are little more than colorful produce meant to be seen and not eaten. They are not a staple in the American diet, and they are certainly not often consumed as a fermented beverage.

On their own, however, beets pack a powerful nutritional punch and are one of the most beneficial foods on the planet. Allowed to ferment into kvass, beets become even more potent, nourishing, alkalizing and cleansing for the body.

Beet kvass is a Russian fermented beverage made from beets, sea salt and filtered water. Often compared to kombucha, it is a sour beverage that is often carbonated or used to prepare foods, such as salad dressings.

Anyone can make beet kvass at home by placing 2 to 3 chopped and peeled organic beets into a canister and covering them with 4 teaspoons of sea salt and approximately 2 quarts of filtered water. Left tightly covered at room temperature, the beets ferment and form a nutritious mixture of kvass that can be consumed and refrigerated after just two days.

The surprising health benefits of fermented foods

Fermented foods and beverages, such as beet kvass, are filled with powerful probiotics that help break down foods and eliminate toxic compounds.  In fact, live fermented foods can even help digest certain enzymes that the body otherwise has difficulty breaking down.

That’s why people with lactose intolerance may be unable to consume milk, yet have no complications eating fermented dairy such as yogurt.

Naturally fermented foods like beet kvass are alive and teeming with good bacteria that not only aid with digestion, but also help relive digestive health issues, such as acid reflux and constipation. But, the benefits of fermented foods do not stop there.

Some cultures treat beet kvass like a medicinal elixir, using it to relieve allergies and even cleanse the kidneys and liver.  So, if you’re looking for a natural way to improve digestion, immune function and your overall wellbeing – add some beet kvass to your daily routine.  Enjoy!

Sources for this article include:

NIH.gov
Westonaprice.org