SOURDOUGH DISCARD - Why do you need to discard a sourdough starter?

I often get asked what is the purpose of discarding a sourdough starter. When I first began my sourdough journey I also asked this question and thought sourdough discard was wasteful. But through time and experience, the answer proved itself to me again and again and now I'm a BIG believer in the sourdough starter discarding method! 🫖BUY ME A CUP OF TEA! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/cleanfoodliving ➡️WEBSITE: https://www.CleanFoodLiving.net ➡️SHOP ALL MY FAVORITE SOURDOUGH PRODUCTS: https://cleanfoodliving.net/product-category/sourdough-gear/ ➡️ SUGGESTED VIDEOS: How To Make A Sourdough Starter: https://youtu.be/_hRE9KAqkkw How To Make Sourdough Bread For Beginners: https://youtu.be/Br9ezqYPyic Complete Sourdough Starter Playlist: https://bit.ly/41fDbeR ============================= NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow the viewer to find the items mentioned or seen in this video. While I may earn a minimal sum when the viewer uses the links.There is no an obligation to use the links. Thank you for your support! Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor, a medical professional, a dietician, or a nutritionist. All content found on the CleanFoodLiving YouTube Channel, and related social media and written articles, including: text, images, videos, or other formats were created solely for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or proper nutritional advice. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have watched on this video or read on the corresponding website. Use caution when following the recipe in this video. The creator and publisher of this video will not be held responsible for any adverse effects that may arise from the use of this recipe and method or any other recipe and method on this channel and the corresponding website.