Originating from the Caucasus mountains, kefir has been a trusted dietary staple for over 2,000 years. The word literally means ‘feel good', and with over 40 strains of live cultures in Biotiful kefir, it certainly lives up to its name. Biotiful kefir is made with British milk and has no added sugar, making it perfect for pouring over cereal at breakfast. Kefir's high protein content also makes it ideal for use in smoothies, or you can simply enjoy it as a refreshing snack.

HOW IS KEFIR MADE?

Kefir is made with an ancient fermentation method which is amazing yet simple. It starts with kefir grains, which are essentially a cluster of beneficial bacteria. These live cultures are added to fresh, warm milk, kick-starting the fermentation process. Inside a tight container, away from light, the lactose in the milk nourishes the grains, allowing them to grow and reproduce. Once the kefir is fermented, the remaining grains are strained before bottling, leaving a smooth, delicious, cultured dairy drink.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF KEFIR?

Kefir is naturally fermented and is one of the best foods for maintaining gut health and gut microbiota. Made with live cultures, fermented foods produce live microorganisms that support healthy digestion. Other examples of fermented foods include kombucha, kimchi and sauerkraut.

Digestive function is just one of the benefits associated with a healthy gut. Head over to Biotiful's site for more info: Kefir and the link with Gut Health.