Kefir: Your Guide To This Gut Health Superfood
Kefir is a type of fermented food/drink made from milk and kefir grains. Kefir contains millions of probiotics to support gut health and the rest of your body, transforming how people feel. It’s also known to help with a range of different issues from bloating to IBS, weight loss and more. Plus, it’s such a simple thing to incorporate into your diet! Let’s look at some of the health benefits of kefir, how you can use it and answer some frequently asked questions.
What are the health benefits of kefir?
There are great health benefits of kefir, as the high level of probiotics helps to heal your gut over time. Many people experience an imbalance in the gut as a result of not consuming enough probiotics and fibre, and too many processed and sugary foods. However, you can reset your gut in just 2 weeks by introducing different gut-friendly foods, including kefir, to enjoy a whole host of potential health benefits, from reducing bloating to improving your immune system and helping you to manage your weight in a healthy way. There is also a strong connection between gut health and mood, so consuming kefir to improve your gut and create balance can also result in improved mood and also better sleep! There are so many fantastic health benefits of kefir.
Benefits of Biotiful kefir
Learn about how Biotiful kefir can provide the vital healthy bacteria you need for your gut health to thrive!
Improve Digestion
Supports a balanced gut microbiome for smoother digestion
Immunity Support
Helps strengthen your immune system to keep you feeling your best.
Improve Sleep
A healthy gut means better sleep, thanks to a balanced gut-brain connection
Healthier Skin
Glow from the inside out with Kefir’s live cultures and nutrients.
What do I do with kefir?
One of the many great things about kefir is that it’s really simple to incorporate it into your diet. Our Biotiful kefir range features delicious drinks and yogurts that can simply be eaten or drunk as they come!
They taste great on their own, whether you’d prefer the plain flavours or one of flavoured yogurts or drinks with no added sugar, providing such a simple way to experience the health benefits of kefir.
However, kefir is also great to use when you’re cooking! The plain kefir yogurts and drinks can be used in anything you’d usually use yogurt in, from pancakes to granola bowls and curries to marinades. The flavoured options can be added to so many different things, whether you use them to make creamy mango ice pops that the whole family will love, cheesy protein pancakes for the perfect post-workout breakfast or as simple as a breakfast bowl with some fruit and granola. You could also replace mayonnaise with a spoon of kefir yogurt mixed with your favourite spices or flavours, we love making a tzatziki!
Your options are endless, but if you’re looking for inspiration, we’ve got a full collection of kefir recipes!
Shop our best selling kefir range!
Delicious & Healthy Protein Chocolate Cherry Pancakes!
The Ultimate Cheesy Potato Savoury Protein Pancakes
Delicious & Healthy Vanilla Yogurt Apple Granola Recipe!
Delicious & Healthy Kefir Mango Ice Pops
Delicious & Healthy Vanilla Pancakes With Caramelised Apple!
Delicious & Healthy Kids Reindeer Cookies!
Frequently Asked Questions About Kefir
Get the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about kefir!
What does kefir do?
Kefir contains probiotics that help to restore the healthy bacteria in your gut, which are needed to support not only your digestive health, but your overall health. Also with high levels of calcium to support bone health, antimicrobial properties to strengthen the immune system and anti-inflammatory properties to reduce inflammation (particularly issues like IBS), many people who regularly consume kefir see a considerable difference in their digestive function. The strong connection between gut health and mood can also result in improved mental health and sleep for people who regularly consume kefir and other gut-healthy foods. There are plenty of health benefits of kefir!
Can you make kefir at home?
You can make kefir at home, and if you’re wanting to give it a go, head over to our step by step guide on How To Make Kefir. It takes around a day overall because it needs time to ferment, but most of this will just be letting it sit! Give this a go, although if you’re wanting something convenient, we stock kefir in all major supermarkets across the UK!
What’s the difference between kefir and yogurt?
Kefir and yogurt are both made with milk however, the difference is in the process used. Kefir is made with kefir grains that are used to ferment the milk, whereas yogurt is fermented with bacterial cultures. They are both beneficial, however in terms of the gut, kefir contains more probiotics than yogurt as it’s fermented for longer and because of the use of kefir grains, the health benefits of kefir are stronger as it packs more of a gut-health-punch. As they’re so similar, you can use kefir in any recipe that you’d usually use yogurt in!
How often should you drink kefir?
The daily suggested serving for kefir is 250 millilitres or grams, to help maximise the health benefits. So, if you’re looking for convenience, you can simply buy bottled kefir drinks and have them with your breakfast, or keep them in the fridge at work. We also have individual pots of kefir yogurt and 350g tubs that are great for all the family. If you’re not big into just eating or drinking kefir, give our delicious flavours a go, or you can blend kefir into smoothies and sauces as an easy way to eat more of this superfood.
Is kefir gluten free?
Kefir is naturally gluten free, as the kefir grains aren’t related to wheats or oats in any way.
Can children drink kefir?
As long as your child doesn’t have any lactose allergies, they can drink kefir. Our kids kefir is packed with good bacteria, calcium and natural ingredients, to help support immunity and promote strong teeth and bones.
What does kefir taste like?
Kefir has a slightly tangy taste, whilst being creamy and refreshing! Original kefir flavours are a staple for many people, great for drinking on their own or adding to so many different recipes. There are also plenty of flavoured options for both kefir yogurt and drinks with no added sugar, so if you’d prefer something slightly sweeter, you also have options.
