Pickles: A natural antibiotic

Many varieties of pickles, especially mixed pickles, as well as cabbage, cucumber, carrot, and pepper, continue to be among the staples of winter dining tables.

Experts emphasize that thanks to the probiotics they contain, pickles regulate the digestive system and strengthen the immune system, claiming that pickles are one of the most consumed fermented foods, especially in winter. 

Stating that pickles are a food consumed in every season but that interest in them increases much more during the winter months, pickle maker Güldane Nurlu said, "Pickles, a staple of our tables, are enjoyed alongside meals in every season.

However, this interest increases even more during the winter months. On days when the cold weather makes itself felt, interest grows so much that there are times when we even sell out. Our customers choose pickles because they are looking for both a delicious snack on cold days and an alternative that aligns with healthy eating habits. 

STRENGTHENS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Gastronomy experts state that the increasing demand for pickles in winter is not just a search for flavor, but also a preference aimed at strengthening the immune system due to the probiotics they contain. Varieties of pickles made with vegetables such as cabbage, cucumber, and carrots stand out with their rich content of Vitamin C and other nutrients. Due to their benefits to the human body, pickles have become even more popular, especially after the Coronavirus pandemic," she said.

Nurlu stated that the growing awareness of flu and cold outbreaks in winter has led citizens toward natural and healthy eating, and that it has been observed that pickle sales have risen in parallel with this trend; she added that mixed and cucumber pickles are the best-sellers, and that prices start at 80 TL and go up to 120 TL.

News Source: İHA