Taylor Swift, 35, has revealed her latest passion – baking sourdough bread – and it turns out the hobby can have surprising health benefits. “Sourdough has taken over my life in a huge way,” Swift said on an episode of her fiance Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast. “I’m really talking about bread 60% of the time.”
The singer shared that she’s experimenting with creative flavors like lemon blueberry, cinnamon swirl and funfetti “because girls love everything rainbow.” Kelce’s favorite loaf, however, is regular — followed closely by blueberry.
Swift’s sourdough even stars in her music video
Swift’s homemade bread made a brief appearance in her music video for The Fate of Ophelia. The loaf was seen sitting on the “Parisian” table next to the peach and pearls.
Shooting the video was “a really important day,” she said, adding proudly, “My bread is the star.”
What makes sourdough special
Yeast is made from flour, water, salt and a “starter” – a fermented mixture of flour and water that naturally produces yeast and bacteria. Unlike most commercial breads, it uses no added yeast or chemicals.
During fermentation, the proteins in the flour are broken down into peptides that can help lower blood pressure – similar to the effect of some medications. Yeast also contains GABA, a compound known to calm the nervous system.
Health benefits of sourdough
Experts say yeast acts as a prebiotic that nourishes the good bacteria in the gut. This supports digestion, reduces inflammation and can improve heart health.
Because the fermentation process breaks down gluten and starch, yeast is also easier to digest and less likely to cause bloating.
Its slow fermentation helps control blood sugar levels by gradually releasing sugars into the bloodstream, making it a good choice for people managing diabetes or insulin resistance.
In addition, yeast helps the body absorb minerals like iron, zinc, and magnesium more efficiently, while reducing compounds that block nutrient absorption.
Each slice has approximately 80-100 calories and 1-2 grams of fiber. Whole grain sourdoughs are even better — they contain soluble fiber, which helps lower cholesterol by binding to it in the digestive system.
A healthy hobby
Whether she’s baking for fun or incorporating it into her videos, Swift’s love of sourdough isn’t just healthy — it can be heart-healthy, too.
