Mushrooms embody the energy of foraging through the forest, dirt scattered across your palms, a basket full of your findings. It’s in the realm of fungi that we discover how much food connects us back to the earth, with mushrooms rooting us to our ancestors. History Mushrooms date back to ancient times, with archaeological evidence […]
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We’re Going Greener! Our Plantiful Bottles Are Made With Plant-Based Material
Here at Lifeway, we care about our carbon footprint just as much as we care about creating delicious probiotic products for you and your family. Which is why we’re excited that our Planitful bottles are made with environmentally friendly packaging called green polyethylene, a material that is made of sugarcane, a renewable resource. This will help us further […]
Raspberries: Superfood Spotlight
Raspberries are one of the world’s most consumed berries – it’s no wonder since they’re naturally sweet and juicy. Read on to learn more about this wildly popular red fruit! History The first recorded cultivation of raspberries were believed to have originated from Eastern Asia. Archeological evidence shows that raspberries were a part of the […]
New at Lifeway: Whole Milk Kefir with Real Fruit Puree
Say hello to the latest lineup in the Lifeway family: whole milk kefir with real fruit puree. Each 32-oz bottle is blended with creamy full-fat milk and real fruit puree. Inspired by her annual summer trips to the local berry farm with her daughters, our CEO Julie wanted to share the wholesome and fresh […]
Kefir Vs Yogurt: Which one is healthier?
What exactly is the difference between kefir and yogurt? They both start out as milk, they’re both fermented, and they’re both tart and tangy — yet they’re completely different products. We’ve got the lowdown on the biggest differences between kefir vs yogurt. For starters, kefir has 12 different strains of live and active cultures and […]
Happy Holidays with Eggnog Kefir!
Eggnog Low Fat Kefir is back on shelves! Check the below list to see if Eggnog Kefir can be found near you. If you’re still having a hard time finding it near you, you can always use our Product Request Form and request it at your local grocery or health food store. Acme Big […]
How to Celebrate #GivingTuesday
Here at Lifeway, we believe wholeheartedly in giving back to the community. We support a myriad of organizations that hold the same values we do as a company. On the last Wednesday of each month at The Kefir Shop, we donate 10% of the earnings for that day to a local organization. A different cause […]
Cinnamon: Superfood Spotlight
Cinnamon is a readily available spice that has been used since ancient Egyptian times for incense and cooking. Portuguese traders first discovered it in Sri Lanka, keeping it a secret for centuries to protect their supply. Research on this warming spice has found that it may help support in stabilizing blood sugar levels and reducing […]
Pumpkin: Superfood Spotlight
Pumpkin season has arrived and now our favorite shops are filled with the aroma of pumpkin spice and all things autumn. A savory obsession that brings back memories and inspires us to create new ones. Celebrate National Pumpkin Day (October 26th) by tossing on a sweater and heading to a pumpkin patch! This is the time of the year where orange really is the new black.
Figs: Superfood Spotlight
Figs give us a taste of the past. With their sweet, tangy flavor and smooth yet crunchy texture, they are considered one of the oldest fruits, grown over 11,400 years ago. Eating and cooking this ancient superfood is like enjoying a piece of history and legend.