Antioxidant Berry Blast Smoothie

Our New Year resolutions always include filling up on more antioxidant-rich foods. Fruits like blueberries and cherries can promote health by decreasing stress and inflammation in our body. Make it easy by drinking our Antioxidant Berry Blast smoothie: a nutritious combination blended with kefir for an extra dose of probiotics, which can help support better digestive health.

Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Need to Know

With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.

Several studies have shown a strong association between the gut-brain-microbiota. Probiotics introduced to the gut have been found to support immunity, improve allergies, and improve digestion.

Studies have shown that reduced diversity of healthy gut bacteria during early years is associated with an increase in food allergies during school-age years. In addition, kefir made from whole milk helps absorb key nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E, and K. Vitamin K is important because it helps your bones absorb calcium. It’s important to know that kefir contains a special trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health.

Prebiotics + Probiotics = a Healthy You

Prebiotics are non-living, non-digestible carbohydrates (fiber) naturally found in a variety of foods. Your body actually doesn’t digest prebiotics. Instead, prebiotics are what probiotics feed off of to remain active in the digestive tract. Probiotics feed off prebiotic fibers for fuel, and the two work in your digestive system to keep your microbiome happy. They help the digestive system by promoting the growth of good bacteria. Prebiotics and probiotics work together in balance to make sure our digestive system stays on track and regular. Research has found that consuming a variety of prebiotic and probiotic food sources may improve your body’s natural functions, including your immune system and digestive system.