Cultured Food Life

Donna Schwenk
  • 4.7 (274)
  • Health & Fitness
  • Updated Biweekly

Discover how to make and serve delicious probiotic foods and improve your overall health with Donna Schwenk. In her weekly radio show "Cultured Food Life" (new episodes every Tuesday), Donna will de-mystify different probiotic foods such as kefir, kombucha, and cultured vegetables, and share how to add these foods into your diet. As a teacher and writer, Donna works with thousands of people to open the door to a world of foods that can help improve an array of health problems including high blood pressure, diabetes, and IBS. In her down-to-earth and informative style, Donna will walk you through the basic preparation techniques and teach you how to make these delicious probiotic recipes at home. You can find out all about Donna on her web site https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/

  1. Episode 365: Going on Vacation? How to Care for Kefir Grains and Travel with Cultured Foods

    1d ago

    Episode 365: Going on Vacation? How to Care for Kefir Grains and Travel with Cultured Foods

    Going on vacation doesn't mean you have to leave your cultured foods behind or worry about your kefir grains. In this episode, Donna shares simple ways to keep kefir grains alive while you're away, when to refrigerate or freeze them, and why Easy Kefir and cultured veggies are some of the best travel companions. Learn how a little planning can help you enjoy your trip and still support your gut wherever you go. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/going-on-vacation-how-to-care-for-kefir-grains-and-travel-with-cultured-foods-episode-365/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/going-on-vacation-how-to-care-for-kefir-grains-and-travel-with-cultured-foods/ Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/what-to-do-with-your-cultures-while-youre-on-vacation/ Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    18 min
  2. 7 Reasons To Have Kefir In The Summertime - Episode 364

    Jul 5

    7 Reasons To Have Kefir In The Summertime - Episode 364

    Summer is the perfect time to enjoy kefir! In this episode, I'm sharing 7 reasons to have kefir in the summertime—from supporting digestion and hydration to helping with quick, easy meals, smoothies, dips, and refreshing treats. Kefir is one of the simplest ways to care for your gut all summer long, and I'll show you why it's a cultured food you'll want to keep close in the warm months. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/7-reasons-to-have-kefir-in-the-summertime-episode-364/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/7-reasons-to-have-kefir-in-the-summer/ Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/the-fermented-food-secret-behind-glp-1/   Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    20 min
  3. Episode 363: 9 Ways to Use Extra Yogurt Whey

    Jun 21

    Episode 363: 9 Ways to Use Extra Yogurt Whey

    Don't throw away your yogurt whey! In this episode, I'm sharing how yogurt whey differs from kefir whey and some of my favorite ways to use it in slushies, smoothies, cottage cheese, dressings, marinades, and more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-363-9-ways-to-use-extra-yogurt-whey/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/dont-throw-away-your-yogurt-whey-delicious-ways-to-use-every-drop/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c2IaN0X_u_Q Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    14 min
  4. Episode 362: The Tiny Spoonfuls That Changed My Family's Microbiome

    Jun 14

    Episode 362: The Tiny Spoonfuls That Changed My Family's Microbiome

    Simple changes can make a big difference. 💛 When I first started making fermented foods, probiotic condiments were one of the easiest ways I added more good bacteria to my family's meals. In this episode, learn how fermented mustard, probiotic mayo, and honey mustard can help support your microbiome and turn everyday foods into cultured foods your body will love. 🌱 Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-362-the-tiny-spoonfuls-that-changed-my-familys-microbiome/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/fermented-mustard-mayo-honey-mustard-the-condiments-your-gut-will-love Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIoT07zsQXs Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    9 min
  5. Episode 361: Is Bread Really The Problem? Or Is It The Way We Make it?

    Jun 7

    Episode 361: Is Bread Really The Problem? Or Is It The Way We Make it?

    Bread has become one of the most misunderstood foods of our time, but what if the problem isn't always the bread — what if it's the way we make it? Discover how wild yeasts, lactic acid bacteria, and time transform simple flour and water into something extraordinary. From reducing phytic acid to creating unique flavors, sourdough reminds us that microbes have the power to transform our food — and maybe even the way we think about bread. 🌾🍞 Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-361-is-bread-really-the-problem-or-is-it-the-way-we-make-it/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/the-lemon-rosemary-sourdough-bread-i-cant-stop-making-every-summer/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QkcN51h0Uvk Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    17 min
  6. Episode 360: What Happens When You Ferment Carrots? Tiny Microbes, Big Benefits

    May 31

    Episode 360: What Happens When You Ferment Carrots? Tiny Microbes, Big Benefits

    In this episode, we explore what happens when carrots ferment and how beneficial microbes may help unlock hidden nutrition inside food. We'll talk about the gut-brain connection, blood sugar support, estrogen balance, cravings, digestion, and why cultured carrots are so much more than just probiotics. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-360-what-happens-when-you-ferment-carrots-tiny-microbes-big-benefits/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/what-happens-when-you-ferment-carrots-tiny-microbes-big-benefits/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HfDAHJOhx5o Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    16 min
  7. Episode 359: Is Farmer's Cheese Different Than Cottage Cheese?

    May 24

    Episode 359: Is Farmer's Cheese Different Than Cottage Cheese?

    Is farmer's cheese really different than cottage cheese? In this episode, I'm sharing the story of how I first learned to make probiotic farmer's cheese over 20 years ago from a local farmer's wife in Kansas City — and why I've been making it ever since. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/episode-359-is-farmers-cheese-different-than-cottage-cheese/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/probiotic-farmers-cheese-in-the-instant-pot/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AXVT7ofDts Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    17 min
  8. Episode 358: Orangeade Kraut - A Fermented Food That Feeds Your Gut and Supports Your Cells

    May 17

    Episode 358: Orangeade Kraut - A Fermented Food That Feeds Your Gut and Supports Your Cells

    Orangeade Kraut might look simple, but this fermented food is doing so much more than adding flavor to your plate. In this podcast, I'm sharing why this is the exact recipe I teach in my classes and the fascinating science behind fermented cabbage, oranges, and apples. How it can help with gut health and so much more. Tune in to learn more. Episode link: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/podcast/orangeade-kraut-a-fermented-food-that-feeds-your-gut-and-supports-your-cells/ Link(s) I talked about: Article: https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/orangeade-kraut-a-simple-fermented-food-that-feeds-your-gut-and-supports-your-cells/ Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z7IgsMUaXc Check out these other links: My Story Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbX9Nv9OtGM For health tips and recipes, subscribe to our weekly emails. We'll also send you our free Getting Started Guide: http://bit.ly/2BnHpay Listen to all my podcasts: http://bit.ly/cflpodcast Become a Biotic Pro Member: http://bit.ly/2kkhwS1 Cultured Food Recipes: http://bit.ly/2UIfY2x Health and Food Topics: http://bit.ly/2SdzIOS My Amazon Shop: https://bit.ly/3KdhEge MY STARTER CULTURES Milk Kefir Grains: http://bit.ly/2rQ99PE L. Reuteri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LReuteriSuperfoodStarter L. Gasseri Superfood: https://bit.ly/LGasseriSuperfoodStarter Easy Kefir: http://bit.ly/2MQ1nPV Kefir Soda Starter: http://bit.ly/3YVErTa Kombucha Starter: http://bit.ly/2g2R9hE Vegetable Starter: http://bit.ly/2SzzVem Water Kefir Crystals:  http://bit.ly/2irmImW Sourdough Starter: http://bit.ly/2IjaaXK Other items in my store: http://bit.ly/2HTKZ27 STAY CONNECTED Instagram: http://instagram.com/culturedfoodlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CulturedFoodLife/ Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/donnaschwenk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/donnaschwenk

    13 min
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Discover how to make and serve delicious probiotic foods and improve your overall health with Donna Schwenk. In her weekly radio show "Cultured Food Life" (new episodes every Tuesday), Donna will de-mystify different probiotic foods such as kefir, kombucha, and cultured vegetables, and share how to add these foods into your diet. As a teacher and writer, Donna works with thousands of people to open the door to a world of foods that can help improve an array of health problems including high blood pressure, diabetes, and IBS. In her down-to-earth and informative style, Donna will walk you through the basic preparation techniques and teach you how to make these delicious probiotic recipes at home. You can find out all about Donna on her web site https://www.culturedfoodlife.com/

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  • Creator
    Donna Schwenk
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    366
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2018 Cultured Food Life. All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    Cultured Food Life

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