Category: Kefir
Kefir Contains Probiotics
What are Probiotics? Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your digestive system. We usually think of bacteria as something that causes diseases. But your body is full of bacteria, both good and bad. Probiotics are often called “good” or “helpful” bacteria because they help keep your gut healthy.Read more about Kefir Contains Probiotics[…]
What’s inside a Kefir?
All Kefir products contain around 20 billion Colony Forming Units (CFU) of live and active kefir cultures per cup. The kefir cultures include: Lactobacillus Lactis Lactobacillus Rhamnosus Streptococcus Diacetylactis Lactobacillus Plantarum Lactobacillus Casei Saccharomyces Florentinus Leuconostoc Cremoris Bifidobacterium Longum Bifidobacterium Breve Lactobacillus Acidophilus Bifidobacterium Lactis* Lactobacillus Reuteri* *ProBugs Kefir for Kids, Green Kefir and goodRead more about What’s inside a Kefir?[…]
Kefir vs Yogurt
Kefir and yogurt are sometimes lumped together as being nearly identical products, but this isn’t accurate. Kefir and yogurt do have a lot in common. They both have similar creamy-but-tart tastes and are traditionally made from dairy (but can be made with alternatives). They also both have plenty of protein, calcium, B vitamins, potassium, andRead more about Kefir vs Yogurt[…]
What is Kefir?
Kefir is a cultured, fermented beverage that tastes sourish and similar to yogurt drink. It’s made using “starter” grains, just as sourdough bread has a “starter.” This starter is a combination of yeasts, milk proteins, and bacteria. It has a tart, creamy flavor, and it’s loaded with probiotic health benefits. Kefir is most commonly madeRead more about What is Kefir?[…]