Nothing beats our cold and creamy Probiotic Banana Smoothie made with gut-loving Lifeway Kefir that’s a treat for your taste buds and your gut health. Lowfat Plain Kefir is packed with billions of probiotics to support your microbiome, plus protein to support your muscles. Kefir is also a “feel-good food” since it supports a a healthy mood and relaxation, which is why it pairs perfectly with bananas, one of our go-to fruits for gut health and feeling good from the inside out. That’s why bananas and kefir make the perfect pair and belong together in a smoothie that makes them the star of the show, not as afterthought ingredients.
Bananas are packed with prebiotic fiber that feeds the good bacteria in your gut and are very easy to digest, while Lifeway Kefir is loaded with beneficial bacteria that helps your gut thrive on a greater level and keeps it feeling calm and collected. Plus, kefir and bananas are both good sources of vitamin B6 and magnesium, which both help you feel more chill and overall happier. The prebiotic and probiotic pairing these two have are perfect to keep in mind for gut-healthy smoothies like this one.
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 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 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.
Prep Time: 2 mins Servings: 1Ingredients
- 1 cup Lowfat Plain Kefir
- 1 frozen banana (about 1 cup)
- 2 Medjool dates
- 1/4 tsp. turmeric powder (for color)
- Optional: Add collagen powder or vanilla protein powder if you want to boost the protein
- For the glass: coconut cream (from a can or use frozen CocoWhip)
Directions
- Add the ingredients to a blender in the order listed. Blend on low, then progress to high and blend until thick and creamy.
- In a glass, spread coconut cream (or CocoWhip) around the glass to create the cloud effect on the glass. Pour the blended smoothie from step 1 in the glass, then enjoy!
- Feel free to add any toppings you want, such as fresh banana slices, shredded coconut, sliced almonds, or whatever else you prefer.
