For all of you yogurt eaters, have you ever tried kefir? Kefir, an ancient drink that resembles liquid yogurt, is made by adding a live culture - called kefir “grains” - from a previous batch of kefir to room-temperature milk (usually from a cow, goat, or sheep, although soymilk can be used). The cultures are a combination of bacteria and yeasts, usually lactobacillus acidophilus and Saccharomyces kefir. Kefir is a probiotic, which means it contains "friendly" bacteria that can stabilize the digestive tract, and tastes just as good as yogurt. Kefir also provides ample calcium and protein, and may help those with lactose intolerance moreso than yogurt, because it contains a wider array of microorganisms believed to break down lactose in the digestive tract. When you shop for Kefir, read labels carefully and look for additives. Buy plain varieties and add berries or other granola for a delicious breakfast or snack, or add it into your morning smoothie.
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Posted by Heather J.
For all of you yogurt eaters, have you ever tried kefir? Kefir, an ancient drink that resembles liquid yogurt, is made by adding a live culture - called kefir “grains” - from a previous batch of kefir to room-temperature milk (usually from a cow, goat, or sheep, although soymilk can be used). The cultures are a combination of bacteria and yeasts, usually lactobacillus acidophilus and Saccharomyces kefir. Kefir is a probiotic, which means it contains "friendly" bacteria that can stabilize the digestive tract, and tastes just as good as yogurt. Kefir also provides ample calcium and protein, and may help those with lactose intolerance moreso than yogurt, because it contains a wider array of microorganisms believed to break down lactose in the digestive tract. When you shop for Kefir, read labels carefully and look for additives. Buy plain varieties and add berries or other granola for a delicious breakfast or snack, or add it into your morning smoothie.