Comments on: The Truth About Pickles: Are They Healthy or Harmful?

By: Ina Kielley

Ina Kielley — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 19:12:14 +0000

In reply to Vernon McIntire.

You are welcome, Vernon, and thank you for being here! –Ina, Food Revolution Network Team

By: Vernon McIntire

Vernon McIntire — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:33:16 +0000

Thank You Ocean
You have helped me to see a lot of what I can do for myself.

By: Cindy ORLANDI

Cindy ORLANDI — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:20:06 +0000

Thank you but I was looking to make fermented pickles!

By: Dori

Dori — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 02:10:01 +0000

In reply to DK.

I do not think there is an alternative beyond vinegar and natural ferments. Often if you dislike something it means your body is rejecting it so leave them alone

By: Ina Kielley

Ina Kielley — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:57:34 +0000

In reply to Odelle Berlie.

Thanks for the comment, Odelle! We love that you are enjoying the articles, and getting new information from them! –Ina, Food Revolution Network Team

By: DK

DK — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:52 +0000

In reply to 4waystoyummy.

So you used vinegar? What type?

By: DK

DK — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 11:56:22 +0000

Thanks for the info. What are good alternatives to pickled anything??? I really dislike pickles?

By: Kay

Kay — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:16:32 +0000

Very helpful Ocean. Thank you!

By: Odelle Berlie

Odelle Berlie — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 10:00:22 +0000

A million thanks Ocean, for your brilliantly written, well researched articles that you share with us, from time to time. We do appreciate the effort on your part & on our part, benefit from the knowledge therein.
Looking forward to reading more of these & being better informed, in the process.

By: Ina Kielley

Ina Kielley — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 21:42:15 +0000

In reply to Allie.

Hi Allie — thank you for your great question. Yes, pickles made without vinegar, using natural fermentation with just salt and water, typically offer more health benefits because they allow beneficial probiotic bacteria to thrive. These live cultures support gut health, digestion, and immune function. Vinegar-based pickles, while still flavorful, are not fermented in the same way and generally do not contain probiotics. For the most benefit, it’s best to choose naturally fermented pickles found in the refrigerated section and made with minimal ingredients.

Thank you for being part of our community. I hope this information is helpful and feel free to reach out with any other questions. –Ina, Food Revolution Network Team

By: Ina Kielley

Ina Kielley — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:50:26 +0000

In reply to Barbara Alpher.

What a lovely habit, Barbara. Keep up the great work! –Ina, Food Revolution Network Team

By: Barbara Alpher

Barbara Alpher — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:49:21 +0000

Yum!!! to fermented refrigerated types! Takes very little (a forkful or two) to be a tasty addition to a meal and to health:-!