February is the month of celebrating love and kindness, including how you treat your body. It’s also American Heart Month, which means it’s the best time of the year to take some inventory on how you treat your heart with the choices you make each day, starting with the foods and drinks you choose daily. […]
How to Eat Fermented Foods Every Day
The benefits of eating fermented foods with live and active probiotic cultures are well-known, and research continues to show those who consume foods with live cultures, like Lifeway Kefir, regularly have better health markers related to gut, skin, and mood health along with healthier, more robust immune systems. When we regularly consume fermented foods, our […]
Confusion About Sugar
As consumers, it’s natural to worry about too much added sugar in the diet. Current consumption of added sugars for most Americans is slightly higher than what is recommended in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). Americans’ intake is around 13% of calories per day, while the recommendation is up to 10% (270 calories) out […]
Lifeway Farmer Cheese vs. Cottage Cheese
Cottage cheese may be more familiar in name and product, however, Farmer Cheese is its better-for-you cousin. Both kinds of cheese offer a soft curd texture, an excellent source of protein, and a good source of calcium, but that is where the similarities end. Learn more about why Farmer Cheese has the upper edge over […]
Kefir: The Cultured Dairy Beverage You Should Be Drinking
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 […]
How Fermented Foods Support Healthy Blood Sugar Levels
Keeping blood sugar levels stable and healthy can be a concern for many people, even for those who have not been diagnosed with diabetes, an autoimmune disorder that affects millions worldwide. Managing blood sugar levels and preventing up and down spikes is vital to feeling your best and avoiding potential health issues. Stable blood sugars help […]