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Miso: a fermented umami touch for comforting broths during pregnancy and breastfeeding

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Comforting umami flavour

Miso instantly enhances a broth, soup, or purée, for simple yet flavourful meals.

Benefits during the maternity period

Pregnancy and breastfeeding are periods during which certain requirements, such as iodine, become more important according to public health guidelines.

Easy to incorporate

One teaspoon added off the boil is enough, particularly with an organic and vegan miso broth such as Mama Miso.

Origin and description

Miso is a traditional Japanese fermented paste, made from soy, salt and koji, a ferment cultivated on a cereal such as rice or barley.

The fermentation time and the koji ingredient give misos that are milder or more robust, with a highly appreciated aromatic richness. In cooking, it is used primarily as a condiment, practical for making a pregnancy miso broth or a quick postpartum bowl. Depending on the recipe, it can provide small amounts of micronutrients, and its fermentation contributes to its distinctive character. Quality depends on the fermentation method, traceability and composition.

In its natural form, miso comes in paste form, from light and mild miso to darker and more robust varieties. It is dissolved in a little warm liquid, then added at the end of cooking to preserve its flavour. In a broth, a vegetable soup or a sauce, it brings a deeply comforting umami richness. Absorption depends on the full meal and the quantity used, as miso remains a condiment. Nutrient levels can vary depending on the ingredients, the fermentation process and the possible presence of seaweed. Its salty, fermented flavour is not to everyone's taste.

As a supplement, miso is also available in the form of ready-to-use broths or instant bases, practical when you are short on time. These formats prioritise consistency and ease of use, with a stable flavour in every cup. Quality can be identified by a simple ingredient list and transparency about raw materials. Fermentation may be more or less "live" depending on the process, which mainly affects the flavour profile. Some products contain soy, sometimes cereals with gluten, and a salt content that varies depending on the recipe.

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Why is miso your maternity ally?

  • Express broth

    It transforms a cup of hot water into a flavourful broth, perfect when you need something hot and quick to eat.

  • A comforting taste

    Its umami depth adds richness to simple dishes, which is helpful when appetite varies or fatigue sets in.

  • Everyday cooking

    It can easily be added to soups, purées and sauces to add variety to meals without changing the whole recipe.

  • Soothing ritual

    A warm drink such as miso broth can help create a comforting pause in a very busy day.

  • Variety at the Table

    It invites you to explore fermented flavours, which can help enrich dietary variety over the weeks.

How does it work? (The science bit)

Miso is a fermented food. During fermentation, the koji and time transform the texture and aromas, and modify certain components of the starting ingredients. Once consumed, it follows the usual journey of food: digestion, absorption of nutrients, then use by the body according to its needs. It is above all its role as a condiment that matters, as it is used in small quantities, often in a bowl of broth or a soup.

Its value is therefore primarily culinary: it brings an umami flavour that can make a meal more satisfying, and it fits easily into simple routines. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, certain micronutrients such as iodine are also of interest, as requirements are higher during these periods, even though actual intake depends greatly on the type of miso and the recipe. Miso remains one element among many, to be considered within the overall balance of the diet. 

ANSES - Iodine: why and how to consume it? (2022)

ANSES - Opinion on the risk of excessive iodine intake, guidelines including pregnancy and breastfeeding (2018)

ANSES - Saeed et al. - Miso: A traditional nutritious and health-endorsing fermented product (2022)

Your questions, our answers.

The simplest approach is to use it as a stock base by adding the miso off the boil, into hot water or an already-cooked soup. It works very well with vegetables, noodles, tofu or eggs depending on your habits. A product like Mama Miso makes it easy to keep up a quick daily ritual, even when time is short. Adjust the quantity to suit your taste.

Miso broth can be a practical and enjoyable option during pregnancy, especially when you fancy something warm and savoury. It serves as a simple base to which you can add satisfying foods, such as vegetables or a source of protein. Its main appeal lies in its umami flavour and how easily it can be incorporated into your day, depending on your tolerance and preferences.

This can happen in some people, particularly if you are sensitive to fermented foods or soy. A small amount in a warm preparation is often easier to assess than a large, highly concentrated bowl. Tolerance also depends on the overall meal and the type of miso chosen. If discomfort persists, reducing the frequency may be worth trying.

Miso is naturally salty, and some recipes contain seaweed, which can increase iodine intake — something to monitor if you have a known thyroid condition. It also contains soy, and sometimes gluten if the koji is made from barley. If you have a particular health condition, seek advice from a healthcare professional.

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