To celebrate the earth, we’ve blended fruits and vegetables from our favorite planet with probiotic-packed Lifeway Kefir and Lifeway Farmer Cheese to create an earth-inspired treat. From lush rainforests to icy polar caps, our planet is a marvel, and our Blueberry Cloud Smoothie pays homage to its splendor with layers of green, blue, and white made with real-food ingredients full of protein and probiotics, plus prebiotic fiber in the fruits and veggies!
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.
Prep Time: 2-5 minsIngredients
- Green Layer
- 2 cups Plain Lowfat Kefir
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen avocado chunks
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
- Blue Layer
- 2 cups Blueberry Lowfat Kefir
- Blue spirulina
- 1-2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup frozen cauliflower rice
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
- White Clouds
- 1 cup, blended Farmer Cheese
Directions
- In a food processor, blend together Lifeway Farmer Cheese until smooth and creamy.
- In a high speed blender, blend together each smoothie separately.
- With a spoon, spread blended Lifeway Farmer Cheese throughout the cup. Pour even amounts of the blue and green smoothies. Enjoy!