The Truth About Kefir Finally Explained

If you're a fan of plain yogurt, then you'll probably be a fan of kefir. This fermented foodstuff dates back centuries and is packed full of probiotics that make for better gut health. From its history to the many benefits and how to use it, here's the skinny on kefir.

According to Kefir 101, there are various myths surrounding the origin of kefir, including one that suggests the Prophet Mohammed gave kefir grains, the bacteria cultures that ferment milk into kefir, with magical powers to Tibetan monks or possibly even Orthodox Christians. These recipients were given strict dictates not to share the grains with others, lest they lose their magical powers. In a nod to this piece of folk history, common alternate names for kefir grains and kefir, respectively, are "Grains of the Prophet Mohammed" and "Drink of the Prophet."

Understandably, this legend isn't widely accepted as fact. It's more likely that kefir originated when shepherds in the Caucasus Mountains mistakenly fermented milk in their leather pouches, turning it into this beverage. And only with more time and history did the shepherds start to uncover the significant health benefits associated with the drink, and rumors of its "magical powers" spread to nearby Russia, Asia, and more recently, Western Europe and the United States. Kefir 101 notes that hospitals in the former Soviet Union used kefir to treat a number of physical ailments and illnesses, including allergies, digestive conditions, and even cancer.

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How it's made | 1:28
Probiotic powerhouse | 3:05
More nutritional benefits | 5:03
Lactose intolerant? No problem | 6:08
Good for pregnancy | 7:23
Bone health | 8:17
Help with allergies and asthma | 9:17
Make your own | 10:26
It's versatile | 11:24

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