The sky’s the limit of benefits when it comes to our Solar Eclipse Smoothie! Whether you’re enjoying an actual solar eclipse or just feeling the celestial vibes lately, this smoothie is the key ticket to a star-worthy recipe. It all starts with Lifeway Kefir, a probiotic and protein-packed powerhouse of nutrition for your body. Blend it up with some colorful fruits and a touch of natural coloring, and you’ve got a Solar Eclipse Smoothie any star gazer would approve of.
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.
Prep Time: 15 mins Servings: 2Ingredients
- Smoothie Base:
- 2 cups Lowfat Plain Kefir
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 2 tbsp. activated charcoal
- Blue Smoothie:
- 1 cup Lowfat Blueberry Kefir
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1 package of frozen blueberry smoothie packs
- 2 tbsp blue spirulina
- Orange Smoothie:
- 1 cup additional Plain Lifeway Kefir
- 1 sliced orange
- 2 sliced black plums
- 1 tbsp beet root powder
- Other Ingredients:
- 1 orange
- 1 black plum
Directions
- In a high speed blender, blend together each smoothie separately.
- In a bowl, add the smoothie base. Spoon in each layer on either side of the smoothie and swirl around to create a fun design.
- Add a slice of an orange and top it with the black plum slice. Swirl teh orange smoothie around the orange and enjoy!
