With nutrient-dense greens, fruits, and Lifeway Kefir, these bowls come together fast to deliver a satisfying breakfast or snack. The 10 probiotic cultures in Lifeway Kefir deliver a microbiome-pleasing experience to the very last spoonful, so whip a green smoothie bowl up today!
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 Granny Smith green apple, washed, cored, and sliced
- 1 1/2 cup Blueberry Lowfat Kefir
- 2 tbsp. ground flax seed meal
- 2 tbsp. rolled oats
- 2 cups loose-leaf spinach or 50/50 greens mix
- 2 frozen bananas
- Blueberries for topping
Directions
- In a high-speed blender, add Lifeway Kefir, spinach or mixed greens, Granny smith apple slices, and frozen bananas (or 2 cups frozen mango). Blend until thick and creamy. It should be very thick, so you may have to stop and scrape down the sides, then blend again.
- Add ground flax seed meal, rolled oats, and blend again. This will help thicken it even further.
- Scoop the smoothie bowl mixture into 2 bowls, then top each one with 1/2 cup fresh blueberries.
