Tag: Start kefir

The market for functional and fermented foods is a multi-billion dollar industry, with many consumers turning to homemade options for gut health [2, 3]. Starting your own kefir is a simple way to create a probiotic-rich beverage. This guide explains how you start kefir from scratch using either milk or water kefir grains, providing a sustainable source of beneficial bacteria.

Originating in the Caucasus Mountains thousands of years ago, kefir is a powerful probiotic food. Learning how to slowly start kefir is crucial to help your digestive system adjust to the potent influx of new, beneficial bacteria, minimizing potential discomfort.