Fermented foods can be a game-changer for women athletes. But first, let's break down what they are. What is fermented food?  Fermentation is a natural process where microorganisms like yeast or bacteria break down sugars into substances like alcohol, gases, or acids without using oxygen. During this process, the bacteria enhance the nutrients in our food, VIS Expert Katie Schofield, PhD, explains.  “[These] friendly bacteria get to work ‘pre-digesting’ the food—k...