Bursting with the bright flavors of spring’s best citrus, our Mango and Orange Blossom Kefir Smoothie is a delightfully tart and tangy way to start your day. Featuring Lifeway Mango Kefir, this sweet summer-inspired smoothie loves your gut and you’ll love the taste. Enjoy!
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 Mango Lowfat Kefir
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- ½ navel orange
- 2 tsp orange blossom extract
- Orange slices, mango chunks and coconut shavings, to garnish
Directions
- Add all ingredients into the pitcher of a high-powered blender. Blend on high until smooth, or until desired consistency is reached.
- You can find orange blossom extract or syrup at your local specialty food store. If you don't have it, don't worry! The smoothie is delicious without it, too.
