Ramen – The Healthy Alternative

1. Ramen – The Healthy Alternative Enjoying good, tasty food is one of life’s greatest pleasures. It is also true that not all foods are equally good for us, especially if they leave us feeling bloated or uncomfortable - or worse still, with cramps that can make us miserable for days. This can indeed happen and is often reported by individuals suffering from gluten intolerance. Few of the high carb foods we eat every day do not contain gluten, which is why there is much more interest in this topic than ever before. All those lovely breads and cakes, and related choices high in carbohydrates, may actually not be all that good for us. Also, more and more Americans – and other societies – are obese or overweight as a result of bad eating habits. All of the above-mentioned factors combine to create a growing interest in what we eat, and how healthy – or unhealthy - our choices are. More and more individuals are opting for organically grown food, food that is not contaminated by - often – harmful chemicals and processes that compromise natural, safe, healthy food produce. Organic foods are not exposed to chemically enhanced soil and processes and are, therefore, pure and natural, i.e. organic. Because of ongoing research into agricultural methodology and practices, organically grown products are now, more than ever, appreciated for being natural and, therefore, the healthier option. This is a great reason for those that suffer from gluten intolerance, for example, to buy organically grown foods. Examples these days abound. There are gluten-free bread and cookies, and then there are gluten- free, organic noodles. Look, for example, at the growing popularity of ramen, also in Western societies such as the US and the UK. Ramen is a Japanese noodle soup that has taken many parts of the world by storm – for various reasons. Organically grown ramen noodles are easy and quick to prepare, and healthy to boot. They can be included in different soups and broths, complemented by the tastiest combinations of herbs and spices. Great recipes on the internet and in magazines are helpful to show readers how to quickly put together a tasty, hearty meal that contains no harmful chemicals and gluten, the protein in wheat that causes so much discomfort to millions the world over. Because ramen reminds so much of, say, traditional Western styled pasta, it is popular over a wide front once the decision has been made to trade Italian style pasta made of wheat flour, for this option, the gluten-free alternative made of buckwheat. Add the noodles to rich broths and vegetable soups, with or without bits of small, sliced pieces of pork and other meat, or top your soup with a boiled egg. Enjoy it as a meal at home, or as a fast-food option during tea break or office lunch. There are various options for the person that wants to experiment with variety. Making a good broth may take a little bit of time, but the results are always wonderful, whether you prefer a broth with chicken, fish or an assortment of veggies, with or without salt. Some families favor soy sauce in their broths, other families may prefer a miso paste, or tonkotsu.

2. Think of the different toppings that typically complement a good noodle soup, such as chashu (thinly sliced pieces or roasted/braised sweet pork), kamaboko (steamed fish cake), tamago (boiled egg), nori (nutritious seaweed) and a host of others. There are many options, and a great many recipes to choose from to prepare a great ramen noodle soup. More and more people are aware these days of the options they have, also in terms of which a closer look is taken at organically grown and harvested – i.e. healthier – food options, such as soba noodles and similar foods. About Us Family owned and operated King Soba has offered customers organically grown food for more than 20 years. We guarantee that our products are gluten free and ideal for the customer that follows, for example, a vegan diet certified non-GMO and with a strong emphasis on general well-being supported by healthy eating habits that include avoiding gluten. We promote food grown in an agriculturally sustainable environment that places the focus on 100% natural and organic produce to ensure nutritious options as tasty as – and better than - the alternatives. We only market USDA/NOP, COR and EU certified and compliant products to ensure our customers and clients benefit from pure organic, wholesome options. For more information, please visit https://www.kingsoba.com.