Mocha Cherry Smoothie

Love coffee and chocolate? You have to try this Mocha Cherry Smoothie enhanced with notes of cherries, chocolate, and coffee,  all with the probiotic benefits of protein-rich Lifeway Kefir. The sweetness of the chocolate and cherries balances out the bitter notes of the coffee which enhance the overall richness of the drink. Yet it’s still light, refreshing, and will keep you energized for the rest of the day.

Coffee is rich in compounds that support health and contains more than caffeine; it’s packed with magnesium, potassium, and essential nutrients that support a healthy mood and liver. Cherries are packed with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants that support a healthy heart and blood flow in the body while also promoting better sleep. Chocolate is also high in antioxidants that support a healthy mood, plus it encourages better blood flow in the body and is rich in fiber, iron, and magnesium.

Lifeway Kefir rounds out this recipe with critical gut-supportive probiotics for better digestion, along with regularity, a healthy mood, and it contains protein for muscle support, energy, and recovery. Our kefir is also rich in vitamin B12, vitamin D, plus calcium, potassium, and magnesium.

Benefits of Cultured Dairy You Need to Know

Lifeway Kefir is a tart and tangy fermented superfood with protein, vitamin D, and 12 live and active probiotics, the beneficial bacteria that may restore balance in the gut 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 fat 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.