Nourish your body with wholesome ingredients, sit with your thoughts, and move with intention. When you slow down to feel, you reintegrate your body, mind, and breath. Rise strong with our Morning Warrior Smoothie, an invigorating blend of Lifeway Organic Vanilla Kefir, spinach, and mango.
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-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.
Prebiotics + Probiotics = A Healthier You
Prebiotics are non-living, non-digestible carbohydrates naturally found in a variety of fiber-rich plant foods. 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.
Servings: 1-2Ingredients
- 1 cup Vanilla Whole Milk Kefir
- 1 tsp. matcha green tea powder
- ½ mango
- ½ banana
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Directions
- Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender. Blend on high until smooth or until desired consistency is reached.
- For added flavor, add lemon juice and honey.