Put a little sunshine in your cup with our Citrus Sunrise Smoothie! Bold, balanced, and full of tangy zest, this creamy smoothie combines the fresh flavors of our tart Lifeway Kefir, rich vanilla, and bright blood orange. It’s packed with high-quality protein, loaded with probiotics from Lifeway Kefir, and bursting with vitamin C from the blood oranges, making this blend the perfect choice for an energizing breakfast or midday pick-me-up. Put a little golden glow in your cup and enjoy the day ahead!
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.
Ingredients
- 6–8 mandarin oranges
- 1 cup Organic Whole Milk Plain Kefir
- 1 blood orange
- 2 tbsp. pure honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. ground flaxseed meal
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder of choice
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour into your favorite glass, top with Blood orange and ground flaxseed. Enjoy!
