"Fermentation is a transformation that bubbles rather than burns... it recycles life, renews hope, and goes on and on... envision yourself as an agent for change, creating agitation, releasing bubbles of transformation." -S.E. Katz

Kefir

What the Heck is Kefir?

Kefir is a creamy yogurt-style fermented milk drink that tastes sour and buttermilky.  It is loaded with naturally occurring healthy bacteria, vitamins, minerals, and easily digested protein. It can even be consumed by lactose intolerant folks because it provides lactase, an enzyme that consumes most of the lactose left after the culturing process.  Kefir can be found in most health food markets, and contains 10-12 live active cultures, whereas most Yogurts on the market today contain between one and six. 
Kefir has been used to help patients suffering from AIDS, chronic fatigue syndrome, herpes, and cancer.  It has a tranquilizing effect on the nervous system and is beneficial for people with sleep disorders, depression, and ADHD.  It also helps reduce food cravings by allowing the body to feel more nourished and balanced.  
(Source: Living and Being-Guide to Wellness, June, 2012.)


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