Lifeway is more than just a kefir company. At the heart of our business is the mission to help people lead healthier, happier lives. We recognize that racism is a public health crisis, and feel it is vital that we all help lift and heal our communities, especially those that have long been impacted by […]
Probiotics, the Microbiome, and a Strong Immune System
Importance of a Balanced Microbiome Our immune system is top of mind with sick season in high gear. We know that 70-80 percent of the (immunoglunlin-producing) cells that make up the immune system are located in the gut, making it the body’s largest site of immunological response. Therefore, when our microbiome is out of balance, […]
Check In On Your Gut Health
Join us on a gut health journey. For the next five days we have a series of self-care activities planned that are simple, fun, and designed to help you prioritize your health and wellbeing. Share your progress each day with #GutCheckIn. We can’t wait to see your photos and hear all about your week. Day […]
Self Care on Black Friday
Skip the Shops and Practice Self-Care Here at Lifeway, we firmly believe skipping the Black Friday madness is good for the soul. Bring a whole new meaning to this day by skipping the stores and spending quality time with your loved ones. Preserving your mental health with a relaxing family self-care activity instead of fighting […]
21 Days of Kindness #BeKind21
Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation recently announced the launch of its second annual 21 Days to Be Kind Challenge. The challenge encourages young people, families, employers, teachers, and community members to build habits that foster kindness and promote the strength and wellness of their communities. Inspired by the idea that habits are formed by […]
#GivingTuesday with The Lifeway Kefir Shop
Compassion is the core of what we do. On the last Wednesday of every month, we donate 10% of our Kefir Shop earnings for that day to a local organization, a different cause will be featured each month. We value giving back to support Chicago and the organizations working to make it a better city! November […]
Betabel Con Kéfir
Este colorido y saludable dip de betabel preparado con Lifeway Kéfir. Rico en vitamina C y fibra te sorprenderá y apasionará a todos los paladares. Ingredientes ½ taza de Plain Lifeway Kefir 1 pieza de betabel grande, pelado y picado ¼ de semillas de girasol 1 Cucharada de jugo de naranja 1diente de ajo picado Preparación 1. Combina […]
The Jay Michael Frozen Dessert Program
To fulfill the wishes of former oncology patient Jay Michael, Lifeway Foods will donate frozen kefir to oncology patients at Northwestern Medicine for the next ten years. Lifeway will donate 100 percent of the kefir product and cups to Prentice, which will serve over 100 patients daily. The soft-serve machine that will dispense the kefir […]
Nutrition Education: Children, Lifeway and Pilot Light
One of our primary missions at Lifeway, other than providing you with the best, most nutritious foods possible, is to support the healthy development and education of children. We know that children are our future, and we know that it is becoming ever more difficult for children to learn about healthy eating – not just […]
Taste Talks and the All-Star BBQ Presented by Lifeway
This weekend, the Lifeway team will be all hands on deck for Taste Talks Chicago – a three-day festival “celebrating the future of taste through symposia, tastings, dinners and parties.” So in essence, a weekend filled with all of our favorite things! Taste Talks Chicago and the All-Star BBQ In their own words, “Taste Talks […]