Why Plain Sauerkraut Is the Foundation of Gut Health and How To Make It Properly


Plain sauerkraut isn’t just cabbage and salt — it’s the foundation of real fermentation.

In this video, I break down how to make kraut properly, why the brine matters, and how one jar can support digestion, gut balance, and endless future ferments.

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TOOLS & GEAR I USED IN THIS VIDEO
JARS & LIDS
Gallon Glass Jars
Wide-Mouth Quart Mason Jars
Airtight One Gallon Fermentation Lid
Crinkle Cutter
WEIGHTS & SUBMERSION
Glass Fermentation Weights
Masontops Fermentation Kit
Airlock Lids
SALT & PREP TOOLS
Kosher Salt or Fine Sea Salt
Digital Kitchen Scale
Wide-Mouth Funnel
Garlic Peeler
PrepWorks Canning Funnel
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Mandolin Slicer
Label Tape + Marker
Food-Safe Gloves
Ironwood Gourmet Cutting Board
Messermeister Meridian Elite Chef Knife
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If you’re fermenting along, let me know what you’re making in the comments.

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