Confused about the buzz around dairy and whether you should consume it or not? With concerns about lactose intolerance and claims that dairy can increase inflammation, it’s no wonder people are advocating against it. But it’s not always so black and white – in fact, cultured (or fermented) dairy is particularly beneficial. It can often […]
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Kefir Vs. Yogurt: What You Need to Know and Why They’re Not the Same
Kefir and yogurt are both cultured dairy products, but don’t be fooled… they’re not the same! While both are cultured, Lifeway Kefir contains more probiotics and is fermented for a longer period of time resulting in a higher count of colony-forming units (CFU) – and by a landslide. Some commercial yogurts don’t actually contain probiotics […]
Broccoli Mushroom Egg Breakfast Casserole
Rise and shine with this Broccoli, Mushroom, & Egg Breakfast Casserole! We’re loading fresh vegetables, mushrooms, Lifeway Kefir, and Lifeway Farmer Cheese into a casserole dish and baking up a tasty, hearty meal to get you on your way at the start of your day. Beyond the probiotics, Lifeway Kefir and Lifeway Farmer Cheese elevate […]
Eggplant Hummus Pita Pocket
We cannot tell you hummus we love this dish! Chickpeas are one of history’s earliest cultivated legumes for good reason; they’re a delicious source of plant-based protein and they pair perfectly with a wide variety of foods. For this recipe, we’ve blended chickpeas into hummus, spread it inside a pita pocket, and mixed-in eggplant, artichoke […]
The Benefits of Kefir for Skin Health + DIY Kefir Face Mask Recipes
How Kefir Can Benefit Skin Health For skin health, kefir is good for you both inside and out. Let us explain… Emerging research shows that our gut and skin have a two-way communication (gut-skin axis) to help keep our skin healthy. When our gut microbiome is in a state of imbalance or distress, an appropriate […]
Detox Green Lemonade Smoothie
Our Detox Green Lemonade Smoothie is a dream for your gut health with no pricey pills or powders needed thanks to probiotic Lifeway Kefir! We love a good refreshing glass of lemonade, but the traditional recipe doesn’t have enough nutrients for our liking (and way too much added sugar). So, we’re going green with our […]
Butternut Squash Steaks With a Garlic Kefir Chimichurri
Our Butternut Squash Steak with Garlic Kefir Chimichurri is as gourd as it gets. Soft and tender, perfectly seasoned slices of grilled butternut squash lie beneath a layer of sautéed mushrooms and freshly prepared chimichurri. This recipe uses both Lifeway Kefir and Lifeway Farmer Cheese, giving it a double dose of gut-loving probiotics and loading […]
Artichoke, Spinach and Leek Flatbread
We’re going green this Toast Tuesday with a yummy recipe for Artichoke, Spinach, and Leek Flatbread. It starts with Lifeway Farmer Cheese. With a tantalizing texture that’s somewhere between cottage cheese and ricotta, this probiotic cheese spreads smoothly onto our toasted flatbread. The tart and tangy taste of the cheese complements the nutty essence of […]
Winter Immune Supporting Smoothie
Kickstart your immunity with our Winter Immune Support Smoothie. We packed this yummy blended drink with some of our favorite ingredients to keep us feeling our best this winter: ginger, chia, orange, and Lifeway Kefir. About 70% of your immune system is in your gut, and we want to help it do its job. Studies […]
Raw Carrot Salad
Carrots and Lifeway Kefir make a perfect pairing because the prebiotics in carrots provides fuel for the live and active probiotic cultures found in Lifeway Kefir. It’s a gut-loving combination that also happens to taste amazing. This light and refreshing recipe is easy to make, tasty, and a great way to get in a dose […]