Kefir is a fermented beverage originating from Asia and Eastern Europe. Authentic Kefir from Live Kefir Company is made in the traditional way, using Live Kefir grains, find out more on our Kefir Origins page.
The main difference is we are using Live Kefir grains whereas supermarket brands are using a powdered culture much similar to a yogurt culture. Using Live Kefir grains is a much more difficult and complex process however it produces traditional Kefir which is far more medically potent and can help with ailments. Find Out More
It is very difficult to determine exactly what strains and species are present. Kefir grains are extremely diverse as they are each built up of many different types of bacteria and yeasts to form a cluster, each one being unique. As we use these Live Kefir grains to make our Kefir Milks each batch may be different therefore each may have a different composition of bacteria and yeast strains/species.
Some companies who list their bacteria strains and amounts are able to do so as they are made differently. They often use lab grown strains which can be added individually. Lactobacillus kefiri cannot be lab grown.
We have had our Kefir scientifically tested so we know there are up to 300 billion beneficial bacteria present in each bottle of Kefir. So in a 22 day course that means you will consume 2,400,000,000,000 (two trillion, four hundred billion) beneficial bacteria.
No, Kefir is not lactose free. However due to the fermentation process and the use of Live Kefir Grains it is low in lactose as the grains feed off the lactose breaking it down. One of the benefits of consuming Kefir or fermented milk products is that it improves lactose digestion – For individuals who have difficulty digesting lactose.