During the winter months, when the effects of cold weather are felt more and more, citizens turn to pickles and pickle juice to strengthen their immunity, especially against the flu epidemics that have increased recently.
In Bursa , one of Turkey's leading pickle production centers, pickle sales increase significantly during the winter months.
Experts state that pickles regulate the digestive system and strengthen the immune system with the probiotics they contain, and that pickles are one of the most preferred fermented foods , especially in the winter months.
Ramazan Çelik, a pickle seller at Bursa Salt Market Bazaar, stated that citizens are showing great interest in pickles in order to strengthen their immunity due to cold weather and flu epidemics.
"Pickles strengthen the immune system"
Çelik, who stated that pickles are popular because the weather is cold, said, "Pickles strengthen the immune system. They are perfect for flu infections. They are a healing source. We have various types of pickles. They all have different benefits. The reason why Gedelek pickles are famous is that they are made from spring water. Spring water is naturally a calcareous water. It gives a different flavor to pickles. Pickle juice strengthens the flu infection and the immune system and also accelerates blood circulation. It has a great effect."
"Pickle juice prevents salt loss"
Çelik, who said that their business is not much since purchasing power is a bit low in the winter season, said, "With the cooling of the weather, our business will accelerate starting from next week. There is a demand for pickle juice in hot weather. Some citizens buy liters of pickle juice and drink it at home.
"In the winter, pickle juice is a little less popular. In the summer, pickle juice is more popular. It prevents salt loss. Pickle juice is consumed more in the summer and drunk in the winter. They drink it to avoid the flu. It is healthy. I recommend it to everyone," he said.
"Pickled beets are perfect for anemia"
Çelik, who emphasized that citizens mostly prefer gherkins, salads, cabbage, cauliflower and garlic pickles, said, "There are things they know, things they don't know, things they are curious about. Especially pickled beets, which we call blood banks, are perfect for anemia. Beets are constantly being consumed. Pickled beets are perfect especially for the elderly and those with anemia.
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