Mocha Cherry Smoothie

Love coffee and chocolate? You have to try this Mocha Cherry Smoothie enhanced with notes of cherries, chocolate, and coffee plus Lifeway Kefir. Trust us! The sweetness of the chocolate and cherries balances out the bitter notes of the coffee. It’s refreshing and will keep you energized for the rest of the day. Coffee contains antioxidants, essential nutrients, and caffeine. The stimulant, caffeine, blocks the inhibitory transmitter adenosine and in turn increases the levels of norepinephrine and dopamine, which are neurotransmitters that play a part in the brain’s pleasure and reward center. Cherries are packed with nutrients, especially vitamin C for immune support, and antioxidants, which protect cells in the body from damaging free radicals.

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.