GIARDINIERA 640 G

GIARDINIERA 640 G

Giardiniera is an Italian relish of pickled vegetables marinated in wine vinegar. It is a traditional mix of carrots, celery, cauliflower, gherkins and other colourful summer vegetables. Can be served as a refreshing appetiser, an antipasto, in salads or even on its own.

Eating fermented foods may help with everything from insulin resistance to inflammation. Sauerkraut, one of the most popular fermented foods worldwide, has been shown to have anticancer benefitsTrusted Source, while eating yogurt regularly may reduce the risk of obesityTrusted Source.

Pickles that are not fermented still deliver the benefits of vinegar, spices, and cucumbers. Drinking pickle juice has become a trend because of touted benefits related to muscle cramps, weight loss, diabetes, and more.

Pickle juice is also a favorite of those following a ketogenic diet, who might need more sodium to manage electrolyte balance.

Pickles can boost your intake of antioxidants. The natural antioxidants found in all fruits and vegetables help in the fight against free radicals. Free radicals are unstable chemicals that form naturally in the body and are linked to problems such as heart disease and cancer.

Cooking any food can break down heat sensitive nutrients, including antioxidants. Pickling raw vegetables and fruits preserves their antioxidant power.