Kefir - Facts

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Hard Cold Fact.

 

Don 19t even think about skating off easy by just buying kefir, yogurt, or

sauerkraut from the store. THERE IS NO COMPARISON TO THE REAL THING. The

store bought kefir is made from some kind of powdered starter that 19s not even

close to real grains, and the real kefir tastes way better. You can also make

the real kefir into a mouth-watering thick cream, which is unbelievably

delicious.

 

Most yogurts found in stores are nothing more than fancy desserts because they

are loaded with refined sugar. And good sauerkraut is next to impossible to

find in grocery stores because they have been heated, processed, and enclosed in

an airtight container, all in which kill the beneficial bacteria. (one of the

main purposes of these foods)

 

You must learn to make this yourself with your own kefir grains. Although

nothing can top kefir made with fresh raw milk you can still gain some good

benefits by making kefir with pasteurized milk. And don 19t worry if you are

lactose intolerant, the bacteria will break down everything in the milk for you,

the lactose, proteins, fats, and vitamins and minerals. In other words, it is

pre-digested for you so that your body has very little digesting to do.

 

Why You Should Drink Kefir.

 

It's and enzyme-rich food filled with friendly micro-organisms that help balance

your " inner ecosystem " to maintain optimal health and strengthen immunity.

 

Kefir's tart and refreshing flavor is similar to a drinking-style yogurt, and it

contains beneficial yeast as well as the friendly 'probiotic' bacteria found in

yogurt. When used regularly, the naturally occurring bacteria and yeast in Kefir

combine symbiotically to help balance your intestinal flora and boost your

immunity.

 

Among its many beneficial powers, Kefir:

 

Provides supplemental nourishment for pregnant and nursing women*

 

Contributes to your healthy immune system

 

Promotes a relaxing effect on the nervous system and benefit many who seek a

restful night's sleep

 

Helps support your normal intestinal tract function, promote bowel movements and

your healthy digestive system -- and is beneficial after the use of antibiotics

to restore balance to the digestive tract

 

Curbs unhealthy food cravings by making your body more nourished and balanced

 

 

The exceptional nutritional content of Kefir offers a wealth of healthy benefits

to people in every type of condition. More than just beneficial bacteria, Kefir

contains minerals and essential amino acids that help your body with its natural

healing powers and maintenance functions.

 

The complete proteins in Kefir are partially digested and therefore more easily

utilized by the body.

 

Tryptophan, one of the essential amino acids abundant in Kefir, is well-known

for its relaxing effect on the nervous system. Because it also offers loads of

calcium and magnesium -- both of which are critical for a healthy nervous system

-- Kefir in the diet can have a particularly calming effect on the nerves.

Rich in vitamin B12, B1, and vitamin K, Kefir is an excellent source of biotin,

a B vitamin which aids the body's absorption of other B vitamins, such as folic

acid, pantothenic acid, and B12. Biotin is also one of the main components for

growing healthy hair and strong nails. The many advantages of maintaining

adequate B vitamin intake range from regulation of the normal function of the

kidneys, liver and nervous system to helping promote healthy looking skin,

boosting energy and promoting longevity. Kefir's ample supply of phosphorus --

the second most abundant mineral in our bodies -- helps utilize carbohydrates,

fats, and proteins for cell growth, maintenance and energy.

 

Kefir vs. Yogurt

 

While both Kefir and yogurt are cultured milk products, they contain different

types of beneficial bacteria. Yogurt contains transient beneficial bacteria that

keep your digestive system clean and provide food for the friendly bacteria that

already are present. Kefir actually helps to colonize your intestinal tract -- a

feat that yogurt cannot match.

 

Additionally, Kefir contains several major strains of friendly bacteria not

commonly found in yogurt: Lactobacillus Caucasus, Leuconostoc, Acetobacter

species, and Streptococcus species. It also contains beneficial yeasts, such as

Saccharomyces Kefir and Torula Kefir, which help balance the intestinal flora,

including promotion of beneficial yeast in the body by penetrating the mucosal

lining. They form a virtual SWAT team that housecleans and helps strengthen the

intestines.

 

Kefir's active yeast and bacteria may provide more nutritive value than yogurt

by helping digest the foods that you eat and by keeping the colon environment

clean and healthy. The curd size of Kefir is smaller than yogurt, so it's also

easier to digest, making it an ideal food for babies**, the elderly, and anyone

with digestive health concerns.