The world is full of bacteria but there are certain bacteria that are fast becoming an endangered species. The bacteria that live in the gut of homo sapiens, particularly those of Caucasian origin, are fast disappearing. These particular bacteria comprise of the good bowel flora that is needed to create vitamins, break down undigested food particles and generally be a dominating presence within the nether regions. The importance of these bacteria cannot be overestimated as more and more victims can attest to the symptoms that a lack of these organisms will create.

Another class of endangered species is food enzymes. These enzymes are needed for the optimum digestion of food. The body’s own supply is diminishing day by day by eating largely cooked food, and these enzymes are not being replenished through our modern diets.

Food allergies, candida, irritable bowel syndrome and even cancer, are all symptoms of a lack of friendly bacteria and enzymes in the gut. It has been noted that no cancer patient has healthy bowel flora. That speaks volumes doesn’t it? The balance needs to be put back so that the pathogens don’t gain a foothold. We need to put back those organisms that are disappearing from our health and well being.

So what can be done about re-instating these important organisms?

Half a pork sausage with a poached egg and a side dressing of sauerkraut must be the yummiest winter breakfast I can possibly think of. The heaviness of the sausage is balanced by the powerful enzymes that are presented in the fermented cabbage. Just thinking of having some, I’m reminded that the two pigs are still too small to turn into sausages and bacon. At five months they still have some way to go before they start to feed us for a change. Never mind, there is still a jar of fermented fruit and nut kimchi in the fridge and also some kefired milk. I’ll have some of this with a dollop of kefired cream instead of the sausage.

Having these fermented foods at my finger tips has increased the health and stamina I need to soldier on with. Colds and flu are almost non-existent and my energy levels are good too.