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Kefir is a yogurt made with milk, specifically with fermented milk and with kefir nodules, a typical ferment of the Caucasus region and especially popular in Bulgaria. Both traditional yogurt and kefir are very similar, but they are distinguished by the way the milk is fermented, by the cost of elaboration more expensive in the case of kefir and for its probiotic potential. This food is an ideal product to maintain a good nutrition and for natural medicine.

From a nutritional point of view, kefir has calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, as well as vitamins of type B and vitamin K

One of its singularities is beta-galactosidase, an enzyme that helps transform lactose, something that is very suitable for people who suffer from lactose intolerance.

Its health benefits

It is a food that serves to regenerate the intestinal flora of the body due to the variety of bacteria probiotics already mentioned. In addition, one of its compounds (kefiran) has healing and antimicrobial properties. Kefir is very digestive and helps prevent constipation.

It also protects the kidney, nervous and liver systems. It has been popularly consumed in ancient times as a remedy to combat tuberculosis. It is recommended to improve the symptoms of fatigue chronicle and it is equally healthy for him heart. On the other hand, his consumption helps reduce bad cholesterol levels. Finally, it is an antioxidant food, which acts as a regulator of the nervous system and that it is effective as a detoxifier in cases of high drug consumption.

Preparation method

First of all, you have to pour 3 liters of milk into a pot and heat it over low heat (the milk can be whole or skimmed). When the temperature reaches 40 degrees the ferment of kefir is sprinkled and mixed with a spatula. Then the container is placed in the oven to heat it to 55 degrees for two minutes and turns off. Thus, the kefir is now ready to be poured into glass jars, which are placed in the warm oven for eight hours.

After this time, the kefir is stored in the fridge and is ready for consumption. It should be noted that it is not as solid as other yogurts and it is very creamy. As for his conservation, it is recommended that it is not in the refrigerator for more than 10 days.

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