REVIEW: MISHIMA MISO SOUPS

As many of you know, fermented foods are perhaps some of the healthiest foods we can eat. Every culture has their take- from Sauerkraut, kimchi, Kefir, Miso, Tempeh, Fermented Asian Cabbage and Mustard Greens, Kombucha, Soy Sauce and Tamari, Rejuvelac, sorghum, beet kvass, Yoghurt  etc.
Culturing/Fermenting, or pre-digesting the food, supplies the body with a host of healthy bacteria --probiotics  (acidophilus, and bifidus are some of the most common known strains- I highly recommend New Roots Ultra Acidophilus) that support the immune system, heal the digestive tract, and ward off disease. Since they are pre-digested, fermented/cultured foods are also much easier for the body to digest and assimilate the nutrients without taxing the body.

In particular, I want to review MISHIMA's line of Miso Soups, which I have been enjoying for years now. The company is all natural, without MSG, and has an exquisite taste. They use NON-GMO soy and organic ingredients.

Made with Organic Miso

Non-GMO Soybeans

All Vegetarian

No added MSG, No Cholesterol, No Saturated Fat

My particular favorite has to be their WHITE MISO Soup. Each soup variety comes in a package with 3 packets of soup in it.
While they make a variety of non-Miso soups, I want to focus just on the Miso varieties. They have White Miso, Red Miso, Mixed Miso, Low Sodium White, and a Spicy Miso soup.

    

As for convenience, all you need to do is add hot water and let the soup sit for awhile, stir it up, and enjoy! Besides all the health benefits, Miso soups is also extremely low in calories and fat; however, if you are watching your sodium, make sure you check the stats on the back or grab a lower sodium variety.

Here is some further information, the ingredients and nutritional stats:
Great as a Dip Try Mishima instant miso soup as a dip, dressing or sauce. For a great dip, mix one packet (more or less depending on desired flavor) with sour cream, soft cream cheese, or mayo and stir well. Serve with veggie sticks for a great low carb snack!

Directions Empty contents of one packet into a soup mug or small bowl. Stir in 2/3 cup of boiling water and mix well. Let stand for one minute to allow vegetables to re-hydrate. Contains 3 individual servings.

Quick and easy meal solution.

Red Miso Soup
Includes 3 servings. Instant red miso soup (soybean paste) in convenient single serving pouches.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size 1 packet (10g)
• Serving per carton 3
• Calories 35
•   Calories from Fat 10
• Total Fat 1g
•   Saturated Fat 0g
•   Trans Fat 0g
• Cholesterol 0mg
• Sodium 790mg
• Total Carbohydrates 4g*
•   Fiber 0g*
•   Sugars 0g
• Protein 2g

Ingredients: Powdered red miso (organic soybeans, rice, salt), dehydrated seaweed, powdered shiitaki, yeast extract, dehydrated tofu (soybeans, magnesium choloride), dehydrated green onion, powdered konbu.

No MSG added. Non-GMO soybeans. Product of USA.

White Miso Soup
Includes 3 servings. Instant white miso soup (soybean paste) in convenient single serving pouches.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size 1 packet (10g)
• Serving per carton 3
• Calories 35
•   Calories from Fat 10
• Total Fat 1g
•   Saturated Fat 0g
•   Trans Fat 0g
• Cholesterol 0mg
• Sodium 820mg
• Total Carbohydrates 4g*
•   Fiber 0g*
•   Sugars 0g
• Protein 3g

Ingredients: Powdered white miso (organic soybeans, rice, salt), dehydrated tofu (soybeans, magnesium choloride), powdered shiitaki, yeast extract, dehydrated seaweed, dehydrated green onion, powdered konbu.

No MSG added. Non-GMO soybeans. Product of USA.

Mixed Miso Soup
Includes 3 servings. Instant red & white miso soup (soybean paste) in convenient single serving pouches. Delicious blend of both red and white miso combine to make rich flavorful soup.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size 1 packet (10g)
• Serving per carton 3
• Calories 35
•   Calories from Fat 10
• Total Fat 1g
•   Saturated Fat 0g
•   Trans Fat 0g
• Cholesterol 0mg
• Sodium 810mg
• Total Carbohydrates 4g*
•   Fiber 0g*
•   Sugars 0g
• Protein 3g

Ingredients: Powdered white miso (organic soybeans, rice, salt), powdered red miso (organic soybeans, rice, salt), red pepper, powdered shiitaki, dehydrated seaweed, dehydrated tofu (soybeans, magnesium choloride), yeast extract, dehydrated green onion, powdered konbu.

No MSG added. Non-GMO soybeans. Product of USA.

Miso Soup Spicy
Instant spicy miso soup (soybean paste) in convenient single serving pouches. Quick and easy meal solution.

Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size 1 packet (10g)
• Serving per carton 3
• Calories 35
•   Calories from Fat 10
• Total Fat 1g
•   Saturated Fat 0g
•   Trans Fat 0g
• Cholesterol 0mg
• Sodium 800mg
• Total Carbohydrates 4g*
•   Fiber 1g*
•   Sugars 2g
• Protein 2g

Ingredients: Powdered white miso (organic soybeans, rice, salt), powdered red miso (organic soybeans, rice, salt), red pepper, powdered shiitaki, dehydrated seaweed, dehydrated tofu (soybeans, magnesium choloride), yeast extract, dehydrated green onion, powdered konbu.

No MSG added. Non-GMO soybeans. Product of USA