Start your journey to better gut health today! Order your fresh kefir grains and enjoy all the benefits of this incredible fermented superfood. Making kefir at home is an excellent way to boost beneficial bacteria, while being incredibly cost-effective. Your grains will literally last forever if you look after them!
Benefits of a Balanced Microbiome for Female Health and Fertility
- Women’s hormones, such as estrogen and progesterone, have a close relationship with gut health. A balanced gut microbiome can help regulate hormone levels, by supporting healthy detoxification and reducing inflammation, both of which positively impacts hormone levels.
- Kefir is one of the richest food sources of lactobacillus. This family of bacteria have a supportive and calming effect on the immune system. The vaginal microbiome heavily relies on the lactobacillus family to stay healthy. Lactobacillus protect the area from pathogens moving across from the large bowel. They also support healthy pregnancy and implantation by reducing inflammation in the endometrium.
- Fermentation increases the antioxidant properties of kefir, helping your body fight oxidative stress and inflammation. This is very important for the health of our cells to promote healthy cellular ageing and skin vitality. As a bonus reducing oxidative stress is great for both egg and sperm quality and an important factor when preparing for pregnancy.
- Kefir is rich in calcium, protein, and essential vitamins like B12, K2, and D. It’s also a great source of magnesium and phosphorus. These nutrients are very important for bone health especially as we age and in pregnancy they will help to support the formation of the babies bones and teeth.
- Kefir contains beneficial bacteria that improve digestion and reduce bloating. The probiotics in kefir help break down food more efficiently and can help to ease common digestive symptoms like excess gas and constipation, leading to a flatter stomach and greater comfort in your clothes.
