Peanut Butter Jelly Toast

It’s probiotic peanut butter jelly time! We’ve taken the legendary pairing of peanut butter and jelly and made it even better by adding a dollop of Lifeway Farmer Cheese.  This recipe fuses sweet and savory flavors with a rich and creamy texture between golden slices of crisp sourdough. Each bite is pure bliss! And unlike your typical PB&J, this toast is packed with protein and probiotics from Lifeway Farmer Cheese, which, along with the combination of soluble and insoluble fibers from the peanut butter, works to support healthy digestion.

Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You 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.