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Kimchi Gains Health Food Status in New Guidelines

1/12/2026

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In the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines, kimchi is officially recognized as a health food for the first time.
The guidelines promote fermented foods like kimchi for gut health and a balanced microbiome.
Experts recommend 40 to 60 grams of kimchi daily, noting its high sodium.
Kimchi-related stocks, including Daesang Holdings and Pulmuone, rose after the announcement.
The guidelines aim to move Americans away from ultra-processed foods toward real food.

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Story summary

In the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines, kimchi is officially recognized as a health food for the first time.
The guidelines promote fermented foods like kimchi for gut health and a balanced microbiome.
Experts recommend 40 to 60 grams of kimchi daily, noting its high sodium.
Kimchi-related stocks, including Daesang Holdings and Pulmuone, rose after the announcement.
The guidelines aim to move Americans away from ultra-processed foods toward real food.