What I love about raw sauerkraut is its benefits on the digestive tract. It cleanses the colon and adds healthy bacteria to the gut. It is so important to keep the digestive tract in a state of homeostasis. This will prevent toxin overload and improve the absorption of nutrients. Although cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables may cause wind as the colon absorbs some of the soluble fibre, the addition of fruits and vegetables will create a healthy environment for the large intestine. It is important to drink a lot of water when eating fibre rich foods, as they slow down the early stages of digestion, but the plus is how additional fibre creates soft, healthy stools.