healthy Japanese foods

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Tofu: Health Benefits, Types, and How to Cook With Japan’s Soybean Curd

What tofu is, its types (silken, firm, fried, freeze-dried), how it's made, honest health notes, and how to cook with it.
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Amazake: Japan’s Sweet Fermented Rice Drink — Benefits, Types, and How to Enjoy It

What amazake is, its two types (alcohol-free vs sake-lees), health notes, and how to enjoy Japan's sweet fermented rice drink.
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Nori: Health Benefits, Types, and How to Use Japan’s Seaweed Sheets

What nori is, its types, nutrition and iodine notes, and all the ways to use Japan's seaweed sheets beyond sushi.
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Miso: Health Benefits, Types, and How to Cook With Japan’s Fermented Soybean Paste

What miso is, its types, health benefits, and how to cook with Japan's fermented soybean paste.
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Natto: Health Benefits, How It’s Made, and How to Actually Enjoy Japan’s Fermented Soybeans

What natto is, its health benefits and vitamin K2, how it's made, and how to actually enjoy Japan's fermented soybeans.
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Umeboshi: The Health Benefits, Types, and How to Eat Japan’s Sour Pickled Plum

What umeboshi is, its types and salt levels, health notes, and how to eat Japan's sour pickled plum.
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Japanese Green Tea: Health & Beauty Benefits, Types, and How to Enjoy It

The health and beauty benefits of Japanese green tea, plus types, how to choose, and how to brew.