5 Superfood Recipes With Bioavailable Nutrients That’ll Give You Glowing Skin, A Happy Gut & More

The wellness space is always looking for secret tonics and magic elixirs to grant overall health instantly. But often, the solutions that work the best are time-tested. Take, for example, kefir. 

Kefir is a complex fermented dairy product that drinkers have long-believed to be the source of longevity. The ancient healing superfood originates from the Caucasus Mountains and has provided microbiome support for over 2,000 years. 

Modern research shows that the nutrient-packed drink is associated with a wide range of health benefits1 that can improve your overall well-being. How? Well, research shows that the drink enhances your gut microbiome with probiotics and bioavailable nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. 

Lifeway Kefir is an easy way to reap all these benefits. A single serving of Lifeway Kefir contains 12 different strains of live and active cultures and is packed with 25-30 billion Colony Forming Units (CFU). Just for comparison, the average yogurt can have 1 to 5 strains with 6 billion CFU. This helps enhance gut microbiome diversity, thereby improving overall function. 

Made with a curated list of ingredients to target skin health, this blend will leave you feeling beautiful inside and out. The base is Lifeway Kefir, which is loaded with probiotics to help support gut health. As we know from research, an off-kilter gut can lead to dry skin, acne, and overall inflammation11. Then toss in mangoes and carrots for vitamin A (a beta-carotene) and pineapples for collagen-boosting vitamin C. Finish it off with spinach and kale, which are rich in calcium, folate, and fiber. 

Together, these nutrients can help rejuvenate your complexion, making it look more vibrant.

Did you know that the gut produces more than 90% of your body’s serotonin12, a hormone that can inspire feelings of happiness? That’s right: You can get a major mood boost with the right foods, like probiotics and antioxidants. 

For fun (and healthy!) mocktail to sip on anytime of day, try this Lifeway Kefir infused spritz. Made with Lifeway Kefir Lowfat Raspberry, fresh fruit, lemonade, and a bit of seltzer for an effervescent pop, this delicious drink is packed with nutrients that’ll make you feel great. 

What you eat helps keep you healthy by supercharging your immune system. Load up on antioxidants (like vitamin C from berries!), healthy proteins, fiber, and probiotics with this colorful salad.

This overnight oat recipe is excellent for brain health thanks to the pecans13 and blueberries. Research shows that these two foods may help support healthy brain function due to their antioxidants, fiber, polyphenols, and healthy fats. Lifeway Kefir’s probiotics help complement this recipe by aiding the absorption of these two classic foods. 

At night, begin your prepwork—then reap the benefits (and your delicious breakfast!) come morning. 

Want something that you can drink first thing in the morning to get your day on track? Look no further.

This full-body support blend uses Lifeway Kefir Organic Whole Milk Peach as its base, so it’s chock full of bioavailable nutrients that can keep you feeling great all-day long. 

There are 10 grams of high-quality protein in a one-cup serving of Lifeway Kefir to support muscle health and help keep you feeling full and satisfied. And you can come closer to your daily needs of vitamin D, as a one-cup serving of Lifeway Kefir provides 20% of your daily Vitamin D needs. Research shows that vitamin D14 is critical for immunity, gut function, and energy. 

Plus the tropical fruits are loaded with antioxidants and vitamin B12 booster can support cellular energy production15. All that, and a bright, refreshing flavor.