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Probiotic Mediterranean Plate

This gut-healthy Mediterranean spread is full of nutrient-dense superfoods, including Lifeway Kefir, roasted garlic hummus, and tzatziki. Serve it as a side dish for your next gathering because hummus is where the heart is, right?

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 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. Our Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.

Directions

  1. Hummus: blend everything together and spoon into a bowl. Place in the refrigerator to cool and then serve.
  2. Tzatziki: mix everything together in a bowl and place in the refrigerator to cool.
  3. Enjoy the hummus and tzatziki with warm whole wheat pita bread, veggies, and other Mediterranean essentials.