Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut, which translates to “sour cabbage” in German, originated in China over 2,000 years ago where it is known as "kimchi".

While the traditional Chinese fermentation called for rice wine, the dish we know today is made with shredded cabbage, salt and sometimes spices.

Sauerkraut is made by a process of pickling called lacto-fermentation. Lactic acid bacteria - probiotics including Lactobacillus - form lactic acid when these good bacteria ferment sugars in the fresh cabbage.

Sauerkraut is a low glycemic index food that helps to balance blood sugar, is high in vitamin C and contains powerful cancer-fighting compounds including glucosinolates.

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of: Vitamin C, Vitamin K
*Good Source of: Fiber, Iron, Manganese
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Tubers, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Citrus, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Look for sauerkraut in the cold case or canned foods aisle. Avoid sauerkraut containing preservatives like potassium sorbate.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size: 1-cup(s) SAUERKRAUT,CND,SOL&LIQUIDS

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 1.13

Calories: 27

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0.2 g	*
Saturated Fat	0.05 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0.02 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.1 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	47 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	6.1 g	*
Sugars	2.5 g	*
Fiber	4.1 g	*
Protein	1.3 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	25.6 IU	1%
Vitamin C	20.9mg	35%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0.2 IU	1%
Vitamin B6	0.18 mg	9%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	18.5 mg	23%
Folate	34.1 mcg	9%
Niacin	0.2 mg	1%
Riboflavin	0.03 mg	2%
Thiamin	0.03 mg	2%
MINERALS
Calcium	42.6 mg	4%
Copper	0.14 mg	7%
Iron	2.1 mg	12%
Magnesium	18.5 mg	5%
Manganese	0.21 mg	10%
Phosphorous	28.4 mg	3%
Potassium	241.4 mg	7%
Selenium	0.85 mcg	1%
Sodium	938.6 mg	39%
Zinc	0.27 mg	2%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	7.1 mcg
Beta-carotene	11.4 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	418.9 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).