Who doesn’t love a classic peanut butter and banana shake? We mixed up this classic recipe by adding in strawberries for a seasonal, sweet touch plus Lifeway Kefir for a boost of probiotics! Lifeway Kefir’s silky texture makes the perfect base for shakes and smoothies like this one and gives your gut a dose of live probiotics for optimal microbiome and gut health support. Enjoy!
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 increased 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lowfat Strawberry Kefir
- 1 tbsp. natural peanut butter
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 fresh or frozen banana
- 1/2 cup cold filtered water
- Optional: a tad bit of natural sweetener (honey, stevia, maple syrup, etc.)
- Garnishes: fresh sliced strawberries and banana, plus bits of unsalted crushed peanuts for the final touch
Directions
- Add all the ingredients to a high-speed blender in the order listed, and blend until thick and creamy. Add garnishes and serve!
