Why Fermented Products Increases Immunity System

Do you know that relaxation and immunity are related?Those interested in a 2006 research paper about how they are related and how to increase immunity system through relaxation, please click below (for those with little time to read, go right to the Conclusion of the research paper):

http://www.jafra.gr.jp/eng/gaba19.pdf

To be brief, our immunity system is very much affected by the way we conduct our day to day life, including how we manage stress and anxiety. They both can affect our immunity system. I remember very well that before i fell ill, i usually had high level of stress the week before.

So, how can human beings avoid stress? No matter how peaceful our life is, some problems, big or small, can create various level of stress. A scientific research here showed that there is a natural relaxant amino acid, GABA, that can work effectively within 1 hour to diminish stress, worry, anxiety and therefore, indirectly its intake can improve immunity system.

GABA is found in fermented products, such as nato, miso, tempeh, pickled vegetables, yoghurt, and many others. Now, i know what i am going to eat for breakfast tomorrow! :D

Note: GABA stands for gamma-aminobutyric acid

Natto & Sesame

Nato and sesame recipe  is one of the most popular dish among Japanese and very easy to make. It is commonly prepared as toppings on hot rice for a healthy breakfast.   For men, you can add "fresh raw"  yellow eggs, whcih will give an extra energy for the day.  

Serve 2 (containing 115 kcal, salt 0.9 g, vitamin B2 0.28 /person)

Ingredients:

Boiled spinach or other green leaf vegetables  80g

Processed cheese (cut into 5 mm blocks) 30g

Natto 40g (use sauce attached if any - see photo)

Soy sauce 1 tbsp

White sesame powder 1/2 tbsp

How to make:

1. Boil green vegetables for just a 1-2 minutes, rinse it with cold water then drain water

2. Cut boiled vegetables into 3 cm length

3. Put all ingredients in a bowl and stir well

Put extra soy sauce and a little salt to adjust taste if necessary