12. Miso
Miso is a food that most people will enjoy. In fact, you have probably had miso soup as an appetizer at a restaurant at some point. Now you can enjoy that dish even more as there are many great health benefits offered by miso as well. The traditional Japanese miso paste is found in most grocery stores. The paste is made from fermented soybeans and salt. A fungus called koji is also used. Miso is a complete protein as it offers all 9 of the essential amino acids.
It is made from soybeans, which means it is plant-based for those who may be avoiding eating meat. The probiotics that are found in miso can help to stimulate the digestive system and strengthen your immunity. In addition, miso has also been found to help reduce the risk of a number of different types of cancer.
