Adaptogens like reishi mushroom powder are natural herbs that are linked to balancing mental and physical stress. Create your own sense of calm with our spirulina adaptogen smoothie: a mixture of organic whole milk kefir, spirulina, fresh mint, and Om Mushrooms reishi to ease stress and refresh your mindset.
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.
One cup of low-fat plain Lifeway Kefir has 110 calories and 11 grams of protein, making it a great option for any lifestyle. It’s easy and convenient enough to consume on its own, but versatile enough for cooking and baking. Lifeway’s kefir is gluten-free and contains 12 live and active probiotic cultures (more than DOUBLE of traditional yogurt and milk), which may help increase the diversity of your gut microbiota.
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 fat 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.
Servings: 1 - 2Ingredients
- ½ cup Organic Plain Whole Milk Kefir
- 3 frozen bananas
- 1 tsp spirulina
- 1-2 tsp reishi mushroom powder
- few leaves of fresh mint
Directions
- In a high speed blender, add all ingredients in and blend until smooth.