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Author: Lillian Dong Editors: Joshua Payne, Oscar Chen Artist: Christina Chen Salty, sweet, tangy, sour, and spicy–the deliciousness of pickles lies in their complex flavor. Fermentation has long existed for thousands of years as a process to extend the shelf life of fresh vegetables. In the modern day, scientists are finding even more benefits of fermenting food. Chances are, you have already heard of pickles being great for gut health. But what does this phrase really mean

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