Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream

Find probiotics at the end of the rainbow this St. Patrick’s Day (or any time of year!) with our Mint Chocolate Chip Nice Cream. This classic combination of chocolate and mint is better than what you’ll find in the store because this recipe is made with clean, wholesome plant-based ingredients. We start with Lifeway Oat for a gut-loving combination of vegan probiotics and the prebiotics naturally found in oats in Lifeway Oat that are needed to support them. We add spirulina powder for antioxidants and natural green color, banana for sweetness along with vitamins and minearls, and avocado for a wonderfully creamy consistency without the need for dairy. We then add a handful of mint for that sharp, fresh flavor we all know and love about mint chocolate ice cream.

Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Actually 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. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.

Prebiotics + Probiotics = A Healthier You

Prebiotics are non-living, non-digestible carbohydrates that are a source of fiber that are naturally found in a variety of plant foods[b]. Your body actually can’t digest prebiotics, so they’re what probiotics feed off of to remain actively working in your digestive system. They help the digestive system by promoting the growth of good bacteria. Prebiotics and probiotics work together in balance to make sure our digestive system stays on track and regular. Research has found that consuming a variety of prebiotic and probiotic food sources may improve your body’s natural functions, including both your immune and digestive systems. Lifeway Oat  contains both prebiotics and probiotics for optimal gut and brain health.