In Japan, a popular saying goes, “No need for a doctor when you have miso.” Miso holds a special place in the hearts of the Japanese. According to the latest statistics released by the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare in Japan, the population of centenarians in Japan exceeded 90,000 in 2022, with an increase…
Miso—Steeped in Nutrition and Ceremony
On New Year’s Eve, the Japanese make ceremonial offerings to the Gods and cook “Ozoni,” a traditional soup to be eaten on New Year’s day. On the morning of the new year, the special miso soup is placed on an altar with prayers for health, prosperity, and happiness. Ozoni is made with mochi (rice cake)…
The Great White Miso
Miso is best known for miso soup, and I’ve always enjoyed a good bowl. But there’s more to this salty, fermented soybean paste than what’s in the bowl that precedes your sushi order. Miso is as versatile as mayonnaise and comes in a spectrum of colors, each with different formulations and properties. Darker shades of…
The Little-Known Health Benefits of Japanese Miso Soup
As people seek to understand the many mysteries of human health, wisdom passed down from historical and cultural traditions is also worth exploring. Different cultures have their own unique understanding of health that is often overlooked while much has slowly been lost over time—among them, the health benefits of Japanese miso. Miso contains probiotics, which…
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