Murături în saramură sau murături în oțet? Care sunt mai bune pentru sănătate? Beneficii și pericole • Newsweek România

Both brine and vinegar pickles are popular in Romania, but they have different health effects. Brine pickles are fermented and contain beneficial probiotics, while vinegar pickles are pasteurized and lack live cultures. The fermentation process in brine pickles promotes the growth of Lactobacillus bacteria, which aids digestion. In contrast, vinegar pickles, while not probiotic, can stimulate gastric secretions and help regulate blood sugar levels. They also provide dietary fiber, which acts as a prebiotic. Understanding these differences can help consumers make informed dietary choices.