So fresh, so clean, so green, this Cleansing Green Kefir Smoothie is just what you need. When you’re feeling a bit blah or dull, blend up this quick and easy recipe to help restore yourself. Full of healthy fats, probiotics and antioxidants, it’s the perfect pick-me-up!
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
- 1 cup Lifeway Organic Organic Plain Lowfat Kefir
- ⅓ cup organic cucumber, chopped
- 1 organic apple (sweet apples work best here)
- ½ avocado
- 1 handful organic baby spinach
- 1 small handful organic fresh parsley
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Directions
- Add all ingredients into the pitcher of a high-powered blender. Blend on high until smooth, or until desired consistency is reached.