FERMENT – The Life-Changing Power of Microbes
An introduction to the life-changing benefits of fermentation from the world-leading gut scientist and number one bestselling author of Food for Life
Tim Spector is on a mission to bring fermenting into our lives and kitchens. Drawing on the latest science and his own experiments, Ferment is an accessible introduction to the life-changing benefits of fermentation – for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Fermenting is one of the most ancient, nutritious, and cheap techniques for preparing and preserving food and drink. With little more than time, patience, and basic equipment, the humblest of ingredients can be transformed into nutritious foods with an astonishing range of benefits for our gut health, immunity, and daily mood.
Including practical tips and some of his favourite recipes, Ferment cuts through myths and misunderstanding to help us navigate the fascinating world of ferments and shows how they can help improve our health, our mealtimes, and our planet.
Tim Spector is Professor of Epidemiology at King’s College London. He is the bestselling author of The Diet Myth, Spoon-Fed, Food for Life and The Food for Life Cookbook, and scientific co-founder of ZOE, the nutrition science company. With a focus on cutting-edge science and honoured with an OBE for his work in fighting Covid-19, Tim stands at the forefront of his field. The original pioneer of microbiome research, he is among the top 100 most cited scientists in the world.
** A THE TIMES and SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR**
** WINNER OF THE FORTNUM & MASON SPECIAL AWARD **
‘Tim Spector makes healthy eating exhilarating, empowering and achievable.’
HUGH FEARNLEY-WHITTINGSTALL
‘No fads, no nonsense, just practical, science-based advice on how to eat well.’
DAILY MAIL
‘Spector writes as a food lover… Food for Life is a feast of that knowledge… A valuable reference book to keep on a kitchen shelf.’
GUARDIAN
‘A rigorously academic book that welcomes the layperson with open arms.’
THE TIMES
‘Life-changing’
DAVINA MCALL
‘A must-read’
Dr RUPY AUJLA
‘Fascinating’
NIGELLA LAWSON
‘Empowering’
LIZ EARLE