But what exactly are probiotics?
Probiotics are live microorganisms that replicate the beneficial organisms found in the human gut which help us digest and process food. Also called “friendly bacteria” or “good bacteria,” probiotics can be found as supplements or in foods such as soy beverages, yogurts, miso, tempeh, and kombucha, an ancient, fermented tea consumed for it’s amazing health benefits. (Honest has recently come out with a great line of kombucha....The "Lemon Ginger" is my favorite and when you purchase a case of it at Whole Foods you get a 10% discount)Through research, it has come to light that many health issues are related in some way to the process of digestion. Consumption of probiotics on a regular basis play a critical role in improving our digestive health, which is interconnected to every single function in our bodies...In other words, you really are what you eat.
One of my favorite ways to get a daily dose of probiotics is in my morning smoothie.
So Delicious has come out with a coconut milk based yogurt that is not only free from the common allergens (dairy, lactose, soy and gluten), but is also cholesterol free (it's vegan!), an excellent source of Vitamin B12, and contains both pre (prebiotics are food ingredients that selectively stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial microorganisms already in people's colons) and probiotics for "enhanced intestinal health."
They also make a delicious Coconut Milk beverage that I use as the base for my smoothie.
Here's a quick recipe to help you on your way to a better, more healthy digestive system.
Eat Healthy, Stay Happy!
Happy Tummy Fruit Smoothie
1 cup So Delicious coconut milk (I like the vanilla flavored)
1/4 cup So Delicious coconut yogurt
1 banana
1 handful frozen strawberries
1 handful frozen raspberries
In a blender, add the soft ingredients first, followed by the frozen ingredients. Blend until smooth.
6 comments:
I've been using So Delicious coconut milk kefir in my morning smoothie, but haven't experimented yet with using the beverages or the yogurt. Thank you for this delicious idea!
I love how you started this post: Jamie Lee Curtis blathering on. :)
Thanks for the probiotics info!
"don’t get me started on eating yogurt for stomach issues when the yogurt itself is most probably prime suspect numero uno in many cases of bowel discomfort..."
Thank you! I have the same thought when that commercial comes on, since I'm lactose-intolerant. I also think of how, every time I have the So Delicious Kefir, any digestive issues resolve themselves. And it doesn't take 14 days (see Activia commercials), either! The vanilla kefir is my favorite smoothie base.
Angel, You are welcome! The yogurt is great...Nothing like any other nondairy yogurt I've ever had.
Tracy, I think my husband's aversion to all things associated with Jamie Lee Curtis may have rubbed off on me. In that respect, Activia never had a chance...Not like it did to begin with, but we'll pretend. ;)
Sunsets and Roses, First of all, I love your screen name. Secondly, I haven't tried the kefir yet, but I'll have to give it a go!
Yum! I am waiting rather impatiently for Turtle Mountain to distribute to Canada! I miss yogurt so much but don't like soy yogurt. This smoothie sounds delish!
I can't have dairy because it makes me swell so I love the sound of this yogurt. I hope it tastes as good as it sounds. I'm going to scout some out at the market tomorrow.
Thanks.
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