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What is Kefir?
Kefir is a tangy, probiotic-rich drink made by fermenting cow's or goat's milk or water with a culture starter called kefir ...
While it’s easy to make at home with just two ingredients — kefir grains and milk — getting hold of the grains can be tricky. Whereas, store-bought kefir skips the 24-hour fermentation process.
While it’s easy to make at home with just two ingredients — kefir grains and milk — getting hold of the grains can be tricky. Whereas, store-bought kefir skips the 24-hour fermentation process.
Kefir is a fermented milk drink that’s packed full of probiotics which help promote the good bacteria in your gut. It's touted as one of the world's healthiest drinks because it is a probiotic, ...
Here’s how I do it: I put 30 grams of kefir grains per liter of milk into a glass, which I then fill up with 2% milk. Next, I seal the jar so its airtight and keep it on the counter in my ...
Put 1–2 tablespoons (14–28 grams) of kefir grains into a small jar. The more you use, the faster it will culture. Add around 2 cups (500 ml) of milk, preferably organic.
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6 Best Drinks for Gut Health
Fermented drinks like kefir can help beneficial bacteria thrive in the gut, which can boost your overall health.
Pronounced “kuh-feer”, Kefir is a fermented milk drink that is known to have a myriad of nutritional benefits, and over the years it has taken the commercial health trend market by storm.
Like kefir, milk is rich in protein. Plus, it contains nutrients that lull you to sleep, like calcium, magnesium, potassium and the amino acid tryptophan, says Cording. That doesn’t just mean a ...