Miso is obtained from the fermentation of soybeans, sometimes together with a cereal. The combination of soybean proteins with the proteins in rice (white or brown) or barley results in a higher concentration of complementary amino acids and better assimilation. This explains why most misos consumed are those produced with cereals, such as Kome Miso (with white rice), Genmai Miso (with brown rice), Mugi Miso (with barley), and Shiro Miso (with rice). Miso also contains the amino acids that are lacking in other staple foods such as wheat, corn, sesame, or even rice, which is why using them together enriches the body.
Miso is a staple in the Japanese diet. This has led to a wide variety of misos, the result of centuries of cultural and artisanal traditions. Its main benefits are that it supports digestion, is low in calories, and helps reduce cholesterol.
At Mimasa, you will find several types of top‑quality miso, naturally fermented and free of any additives, such as Mugi unpasteurized Miso 300g, unpasteurized Shiro Miso 300g, unpasteurized Kome Miso 300g, unpasteurized Hatcho Miso 400g, and Genmai Miso 400g.
It has multiple nutritional properties!
Miso supports the digestion and assimilation of other foods thanks to four digestive agents: natural enzymes, lactobacilli, salt‑resistant yeasts and molds, and other microorganisms. After surviving long fermentation periods, these microorganisms continue their action in the intestines, where they break down or digest complex proteins, carbohydrates, and fats, making them easier to absorb. These bacteria also prevent the proliferation of harmful ones in the digestive system, as demonstrated in 1972 by Dr. Wang and Dr. Hesseltine from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
This healthy food contains only 5% natural unsaturated oils and is completely free of cholesterol. These oils are rich in lecithin and linoleic acid, which help eliminate cholesterol and other fatty acids from the circulatory system. Miso is very low in calories, making it highly suitable for weight‑loss diets.
Plant‑based foods usually contain low levels of Vitamin B‑12, but this is not the case with miso. Additionally, miso alkalizes the blood—an important condition for the body to resist disease, maintain an alert but calm nervous system, and avoid feelings of fatigue.
It has also been shown that miso helps eliminate nicotine residues and environmental pollutants. In this regard, it is worth remembering that after the atomic bomb explosion in Nagasaki, Dr. Akizuki and his colleagues did not suffer the effects of radiation, despite working for two years in a hospital caring for victims. They attributed this to having consumed miso soup for many years. In fact, in 1972, a group of Japanese scientists discovered that miso contains a substance they named Zybicolin, which absorbs and removes radioactive elements that invade the human body.
Miso offers many nutritional benefits for your health!
Mimasa's healthy foods are natural products crafted in an artisanal way, without industrial or chemical processes, to ensure the highest quality. They are made using ingredients sourced from their place of origin and prepared with attention to every detail.
In our online store, we offer a wide range of products for you to choose from according to your preferences. Discover healthy foods such as Umeboshi, Soy, Plant Proteins, Seaweeds, Beverages, Cereals, and many more!
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