Ocean Blue Smoothie Bowl

With the days growing shorter and the nights turning colder, we decided it was the perfect time for a tropical getaway. So, we grabbed a bottle of Lifeway Kefir and blended up our Ocean Blue Smoothie Bowl. Lifeway Kefir gives this bowl its rich, creamy texture, while blue spirulina adds a stunning hue that mirrors the gentle waves of an island shore.

The tropical trio of mango, kiwi, and pineapple completes the experience, bringing a burst of sunshine to even the frostiest fall mornings. The best part of this recipe is that it’s designed to make your gut shine too. Lifeway Kefir is filled with probiotics that pair beautifully with the prebiotic fibers from the fruit. With the help of the spirulina’s anti-inflammatory phycocyanin, this smoothie bowl delivers a nourishing way to keep your microbiome glowing like a day at the beach.

The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:

Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.

Lifeway Kefir is packed with a variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy, high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and a healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.