5 Reasons kefir is a health food miracle

Your tummy is alive. Inside, it's thriving with 100 TRILLION micro-organisms - and we have a lot to thank them for. We know they impact not just your digestion, but also metabolism, immunity and even your mood.

Poor diet and lifestyle choices (no judgement - we've all been there!) can harm levels of good bacteria and have a damaging effect on your health. Thankfully, evidence suggests you can keep your gut healthy by including probiotic foods as part of a balanced diet, and kefir might just be the best of the bunch. Here are five of the reasons your tummy will thank you:

1. It's THE most probiotic food in the world
   Kefir is a probiotic powerhouse. It's made by adding kefir 'grains' (a kind of starter culture) to milk, starting a fermentation process. The result is up to 47 varieties of gut-friendly bacteria (live yoghurt has 2-3), making kefir the most powerful way to restore natural balance.

2. It's easy and delicious

   Let's face it - when it comes to many health foods, we don't want to eat them every day. Kefir is different. It's smooth and creamy, with a light tanginess (imagine drinking yoghurt). It is yummy in smoothies, with cereal or even in pancakes. Little Bird Kefir recommend enjoying a small glass (150ml) in the morning to give you a boost for the whole day.

3. No more bloating

   You know those days when your jeans are tight even when you've been eating well? Bloating can be annoying, embarrassing and downright painful. Kefir to the rescue! This is a great flat-belly food, settling the stomach, preventing gas and improving digestion. Though it's usually made from cow’s milk, kefir is virtually lactose free, so it may be a good option for those with mild intolerance.

4. SOS - Save our skin!

   Healthy gut bacteria help our body remove toxins and make vitamins. By drinking kefir you can promote healthy, beautiful skin through natural detox. You can even apply kefir to the skin as a DIY face mask, to calm down breakouts and acne.
   

5. Boost your metabolism

   Scientists have linked obesity and diabetes to problems with the makeup of bacteria in the gut. A strong probiotic like kefir could help boost your metabolism and may help people who are trying to lose weight