Kefir is a cultured probiotic beverage similar in taste and texture to drinkable yogurt, and made from milk fermented with kefir cultures. Originating over 2000 years ago in the Caucasus Mountains-where many people live well over 100 years-kefir has been collecting a long list of health benefits. These include potential benefits such as:
- Enhancing the immune system
- Stimulating digestion
- Easing lactose intolerance
- Lowering cholesterol
- Protecting against cancer
- Controlling the growth of harmful yeast overgrowth.
