The University of Minnesota has been researching the effects of dough fermentation and wheat variety in creating bread that is easier to digest. Sourdough bread, like these loaves baked by Loni Larson ...

Traditional sourdough is a powerhouse for gut health and digestion, but you need to know how to spot the real deal. Here's ...

After an explosion in sourdough bread-making during the pandemic lockdown era, the naturally leavened bread remains a favorite among many, and for good reason. But is sourdough bread healthy?

Sourdough’s fermentation process may make it gentler on the gut and easier to digest than other breads. The slower digestion may lead to steadier blood sugar levels compared to white bread.

KANSAS CITY — Fermentation has a long history in relation to making bread. Going by distinctive flavor and clean label trends, fermentation may affect the future of bread, too. Until the 19th century, ...

Recently, there seems to be a renewed interest in sourdough bread, with hundreds of people developing their own starters and practicing home-made recipes. Though making sourdough bread has become a ...

Sourdough relies on a mix of wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria, rather than baker’s yeast, to leaven the dough. It’s richer in nutrients, less likely to spike your blood sugar, contains lower ...

Mark Bittman launches direct-to-consumer bread subscription for organic whole-grain sourdough bread that is fully baked, ...

Regular sourdough isn’t safe for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Wheat sourdough isn’t gluten-free, but may contain less gluten than regular yeast bread. You may want to consider ...

Sourdough may be more nutritious than refined breads made with baker’s yeast. Sourdough undergoes natural fermentation rather than relying on additives found in baker's yeast. Because of this, it ...