As interest in probiotics has surged during recent years, so has the popularity of kefir — a fermented dairy drink rich in gut-friendly bacteria that support digestion, immune function, and nutrient ...

Lots of folks have turned to probiotic products like kefir to try to ease their digestive woes, but as the “gut health” category in the supermarkets has continued to explode, we’ve seen some ...

Kefir is a fermented milk drink with a tangy, slightly effervescent taste and pourable consistency Kefir grains contain diverse bacteria and yeast, including Lactobacillus and Acetobacter species It ...

Alyssa Northrop is a registered dietitian, nutrition writer, speaker and licensed massage therapist based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She received a Master of Public Health in human nutrition from the ...

A wooden spoon and metal strainer sit above a glass jar full of kefir. After fermentation, kefir is poured through a strainer, leaving behind gelatinous grains ...