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Kefir for Low Carb Diet
Kefir is a great health food. It contains probiotics that are good for your gut and good for your mind.
Did you know that scientists are now discovering that our mental health is linked to our gut health? That’s right! Fascinating (and a little scary), I know.
Kefir contains many strains of good bacteria, more than yogurt for sure! If you’re looking to add some probiotics to your diet, kefir is a great place to start.
In addition to the plethora of good probiotics in kefir, it also contains some fantastic vitamins and minerals: calcium, magnesium, vitamin B12, folate, as well as enzymes.
The best way to get kefir grains is to ask a friend. Kefir grains grow as you use them, so it should be fairly easy to convince a kefir lover to give you some of their grains.
You can also order them online if you don't know anyone willing to give you some of the beans. They can be expensive to buy, but consider how much you'll be saving in the long run.
The only equipment you really need to make your own kefir is a clean jar and lid, a plastic strainer, and a clean piece of cloth.
It is best to avoid letting your kefir grains come into contact with metal, even briefly, as this can damage them over time. It is recommended that you use a plastic/nylon strainer for best results.
Kefir for Low Carb Diet | Here is the process to make it
Pour about 500 ml of fresh milk (preferably whole!) over a tablespoon of kefir grains in a clean jar.
Cover the mouth of the jar with a very porous cloth and secure it with an elastic band. This part is very important, as it needs air for the fermentation process.
Let the jar sit somewhere in your kitchen at room temperature and away from light. Do not put it in the refrigerator while the process is taking place, as this will disrupt the fermentation process.
Start checking your kefir in about 12 hours. It may take 24 hours or more to get your kefir to set the way you like it. If your kefir has separated a bit, thickened, and smells strong, it’s probably ready.
At this point, you can simply remove the kefir grains with a plastic strainer, reuse the kefir grains in a new batch of milk, and place the kefir milk in the refrigerator to set up. Amazing low carb kefir recipes.
One more note: if you are not used to drinking kefir on a low carb diet, you may want to start slowly to allow your body to get used to the extra probiotics.
