High Protein Blueberry Coconut Smoothie

Start your morning off strong with our High Protein Blueberry Coconut Smoothie. This smoothie has superfoods like hemp seeds, cinnamon, wild blueberries, and probiotic-rich Lifeway Kefir, an incredible source of bioavailable protein in its own right. We also added maca powder to this smoothie for an extra superfood boost. Maca is an adaptogenic root sold as a superfood powder that has a malty, butterscotch-like flavor. It’s known for helping to reduce stress, support better energy levels (without caffeine!), and for balancing and optimizing hormonal health. That makes it the perfect pairing to high protein smoothies for better energy or workout recovery!

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 unique trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.