High antioxidant foods like dark chocolate can positively affect the mood by stimulating the production of endorphins, the hormones responsible for feelings of happiness. We think this is another great excuse to eat more chocolate! Make it healthier with our dark chocolate strawberry smoothie, which is sweetened naturally with bananas and blended with fresh strawberries, […]
Orange and Banana Cream Smoothie
What are probiotics? Probiotics are “good” bacteria. They are live microorganisms similar to the ones already living in your gut and may offer health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts. The word “probiotic” itself is often translated to “beneficial for life.” It is derived from the Latin word “pro” meaning “for” and the Greek word “biotic” meaning […]
Avocado Kefir Chia Pudding
Supercharge your day with an avocado chia pudding. Packed full of gluten-free superfood ingredients like avocado, kefir, and millet to provide healthy fats, protein, and B vitamins to power your mind and body. The Good Kind of Fats Half an avocado has around 115 calories and 6.7 grams of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, which are crucial […]
Antioxidant Berry Blast Smoothie
Our New Year resolutions always include filling up on more antioxidant-rich foods. Fruits like blueberries and cherries can promote health by decreasing stress and inflammation in our body. Make it easy by drinking our Antioxidant Berry Blast smoothie: a nutritious combination blended with kefir for an extra dose of probiotics, which can help support better […]
Mental Clarity Smoothie
When you think of preparing a smoothie as a meditation, you become more mindful of each ingredient and your intention for making it. Our mental clarity smoothie refreshes the senses using the brain-healthy antioxidants and iron from baby spinach, vitamin E from the avocado, and fiber from the kiwi. Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You […]
Greens Parfait
In Japan, the color green represents life and energy. Keep the theme of vitality going this winter with this green parfait: a blend of fresh greens, plain kefir, and spirulina for a serene combination that makes you feel zen, inside and out. Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Actually Need to Know With increasing research […]
Holiday Smoothie Bowl
This Christmas, we’re giving the greatest gift of all: the recipe to this holiday smoothie bowl. 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 […]
Quinoa Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Lemon Kefir Dressing
Every time you eat is another opportunity to nourish your body, and this Quinoa Brussels Sprout Salad is a great example. Make it a daily habit to add fresh greens, Lifeway Kefir, and hearty grains like quinoa (also a great source of protein!) into your recipes. This recipe will satisfy, sustain, and give your gut […]
Peppermint Kefir Smoothie
Some combinations are just mint to be. Take a sip of this cool and refreshing smoothie blended with Madagascar vanilla kefir, fresh peppermint, and frozen bananas. Each sip is a reminder that festive foods can still be healthy during this celebratory season. Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Actually Need to Know With increasing research […]
Winter Citrus Toast
Our winter citrus toast with whipped honey farmer cheese is rich in Vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system and boost collagen production. Studies have shown that eating foods high in Vitamin C and probiotics can even enhance our mood, so give yourself the nourishment it deserves with this tangy and vibrant creation. Prebiotics are […]