Does unrefrigerated sauerkraut have probiotics?
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The pasteurization process, used to make many shelf-stable foods, involves high heat that destroys live cultures, including the beneficial probiotics found in naturally fermented sauerkraut. This crucial step is the key to understanding if a jar of kraut from the unrefrigerated aisle truly offers gut-healthy benefits or just flavor. The location in the grocery store is often the best clue you have.
