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 Kefir - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kefir (alternately kephir, kewra, talai, mudu kekiya, matsoun, matsoni, waterkefir, milkkefir) is a fermented milk drink originating in the Caucasus.
In addition, kefir grains will ferment non-mammal "milks" such as soy milk, rice milk, and coconut milk, as well as other sugary liquids including fruit juice, coconut water, beer worts and ginger beer.
Water kefir (or kefir d'acqua) is grown in water with sugar, dry fruit such as figs and lemon juice for a day or more at room temperature.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kephir   (957 words)

  
 Kefir - definition of Kefir in Encyclopedia
Kefir (alternately kephir, kewra, talai, mudu kekiya, matsoun, matsoni) is a fermented milk drink originating in the Caucasus.
They are grown in milk (most commonly cow or goat milk) for a day or more at room temperature.
For more information in portuguese, see Kefir Brasil(http://planeta.terra.com.br/saude/kefir/index.htm).
http://encyclopedia.laborlawtalk.com/Kefir   (222 words)

  
 How to culture dairy, grains, nuts, seeds, vegetables and beverages using Kefir grains and kefir whey.
Kefir may be used to sour cream, make cheese, sourdough bread and cakes.
Kefir whey may be used to culture sourdough bread and cakes, and vegetables such as sauerkraut; to marinate meat and fish, brew ginger beer type beverages, and to provide organisms for starter cultures.
Kefir butter is butter that has been cultured from cream using Kefir.
http://www.rejoiceinlife.com/kefir/riln14.php   (2541 words)

  
 Kefir curds; probiotic bacteria ferment milk into yogurt.
Kefir is a stirred beverage made from milk fermented with a complex mixture of bacteria (including various species of lactobacilli, lactococci, leuconostocs, and aceterobacteria) and yeasts (both lactose-fermenting and non-lactose-fermenting).
Kefir distinguishes itself from the more known fermented milk yogurt in that it is traditionally made only from kefir grains which contain a complex mixture of both bacteria and yeasts.
Kefir is a refreshing fermented milk with a slightly acidic taste.
http://dwb.unl.edu/Teacher/NSF/C11/C11Links/rawhealth.net/kefir2.htm   (4080 words)

  
 Kefir Yoghurt for Life - What are Kefir Grains?
Kefir originated in the northern area of the Caucasus Mountains, here it was called "Airan" and was usually made with cows or goats milk.
Kefir culture is unique among fermented milk starters in that it is composed of a mixture of friendly bacteria and yeasts that harmoniously co-exist.
It is great sweetened with honey and fantastic with fruit, maple syrup, cereals, in smoothies or even on baked potatoes and salad.
http://www.kefir.biz/whatis_.htm   (233 words)

  
 Dom's Kefir in-site
Kefir Cottage Cheese : Similar to traditional cottage-style fresh cheese.
Kefir d'uva : This is another extension to kefir d'acqua cultured with grape juice instead of lemon juice, water and sugar.
Kefir Mascarpone : A rich creamy fresh cheese with a taste and texture similar to the Italian Mascarpone, and also similar to Smetana, a favourate sour cream of Russia.
http://users.chariot.net.au/~dna/kefirpage.html#obtaining-kefir-grains   (13705 words)

  
 A Brief History of Kefir by tgparker
Kefir is a fermented milk similar to yoghurt.
Traditionally, kefir was made in cows or goats milk in sacks made from the hides of animals.
The kefir was produced by the stirred method.
http://curezone.com/blogs/m.asp?f=270&i=7   (1314 words)

  
 Kefir
Kefir is a fresh, cultured-milk product typically served as a creamy drink that is as thick as a milk shake.
Kefir is available both unsweetened and sweetened with fruit such as raspberries, or with other flavorings.
Its flavor, similar to that of yogurt, is mild and slightly tart.
http://www.kroger.com/hn/Food_Guide/Kefir.htm   (211 words)

  
 Rebecca Wood, Food as Medicine, Kefir, Fil Mjolk and Viili
I also use kefir (or fil mjolk) as a buttermilk substitute in baked goods or, I further separate out their whey to make a soft cheese.
Kefir is a delicious fermented milk beverage that you can easily make at home.
Soymilk kefir works ok, while kefir made from almond or coconut milk is a sensory treat.
http://www.rwood.com/Articles/Kefir_Fil_Mjolk_and_Viili.htm   (894 words)

  
 Got Kefir? - MotheringDotCommune Forums
Kefir can be made from any type of milk, cow, goat or sheep, coconut, rice or soy.
Kefir's tart and refreshing flavor is similar to a drinking-style yogurt, but it contains beneficial yeast as well as friendly 'probiotic' bacteria found in yogurt.
Kefir is made from gelatinous white or yellow particles called "grains." This makes kefir unique, as no other milk culture forms grains.
http://www.mothering.com/discussions/showthread.php?t=203282&page=1&pp=20   (6549 words)

  
 Kefir
Another palatable kefir drink is kefir made with water, that is produced using kefir crystals (also called water kefir grains or tibi) and water instead of milk.
I have been a fan of the kefir grains and of the water kefir crystals for many years and would like to present kefir made with milk and the closely related kefir made with water on these pages.
In the Caucasian region, the origin of the kefir grains, also called kefir fungus, many people live to over 100 years of age in a perfect state of health.
http://www.kefirpilz.de/kefirgrain   (204 words)

  
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You are invited to share this recipe and 12 teaspoons of Kefir fungus with your family and friends.
Mothers have given Kefir to their children as a substitute for mother's milk.
Kefir tastes best when cold and it will last for many days.
http://www.geocities.com/wallstreet/9347/KEFIR.htm   (586 words)

  
 Kefir
The key ingredient to kefir is the quality and authenticity of the kefir “grains” used in the starter cultures.
Like other fermented products, such as fine wines or cheese, there is an art to making kefir.
The origins of kefir are traced back to the Caucasian Mountains, many centuries ago, where kefir was highly treasured for its health benefits.
http://www.heliosnutrition.com/html/kefir.html   (291 words)

  
 Kefir
Please note that kefir's fermentation skills are not confined to dairy milk, be it cow's or goat's milk.
A thick velvety layer on the top of your kefir is a sign that it is ready to be eaten.
When we go on holiday, we just freeze the grains, with or without milk, in a little Tupperware container.
http://maria.fremlin.de/recipes/Kefir.html   (567 words)

  
 Kefir May Bolster Lactose Tolerance In Intolerant People
Kefir tastes slightly on the tart side and has the consistency of liquid yogurt.
Kefir is a little known, and slightly more expensive, alternative to milk.
To manufacture kefir, producers add clusters of starchy carbohydrate – kefir grains – that contain healthy bacteria and are left to ferment in milk.
http://researchnews.osu.edu/archive/kefir.htm   (571 words)

  
 Kefir Yoghurt for Life - Get your own Kefir Grains and why is it good for me?
Kefir is rubbed in the skin and left over night.
It may be used instead of sour cream for salads and sauces.
The miraculous healing effects are only possible due to the other dead food we eat, like processed, chemicalised, irradiated, over cooked, microwaved and so on.
http://www.kefir.biz/why.htm   (1379 words)

  
 Application of Milk-Kefir
Within the Kefir fungus the lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus lactis) and the yeast fungus agglutinate into a corm, which when treated with milk produces an aromatic milk product within 24 hours.
In contrast to all other milk products (cheese, curd, yogurt) the Kefir does not require any additional yeast fungus to process the milk (only the bacteria in lactic acid).
In the process the sugar that is contained in the milk is being deconstructed into lactic acid.
http://www.kombuchapilz.de/english/milkkefirapplication.htm   (382 words)

  
 keywriter.org - making kefir
The yeast in the kefir just goes to town on the great concentrations of sugar in the fruit, and the byproduct is alcohol...
You can kefir coconut milk or soy milk for interesting tastes and benefits, but keep in mind that your grains won't multiply and will slowly die if they're not in a dairy medium.
You can short-term store kefir grains by just putting them in a jar with a lot of milk and leaving it all in the fridge.
http://www.keywriter.org/kefir.html   (1290 words)

  
 Kefir
Japanese Water Grains are normally fermented in water (or juice) and sugar and kefir Grains in Milk.
Each offer a unique presentation to health and a tasty beverage yet are distinct.
Recommended to use one tablespoon per cup (8 fl oz) of milk and leave at room temperature for 24 hours.
http://www.happyherbalist.com/kefir.htm   (363 words)

  
 Lifeway Introduces New Pomegranate Kefir Flavor
In addition to its line of Kefir products, the company also produces a variety of cheese products and recently introduces a new line of pudding called "It's Pudding!" For more information, contact Lifeway Foods Inc. at (847) 967-1010 or e-mail at info@lifeway.net and visit http://www.lifeway.net.
Pomegranate Kefir will be heavily distributed using the same retail channels as all Lifeway Kefirs including health food and specialty stores nationwide.
Kefir is a milk-based beverage that contains ten types of "friendly," active probiotic cultures.
http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/08-03-2005/0004081444&EDATE=   (387 words)

  
 F.A.Q. concerning Water-Kefir
One of the reasons for slow growth (among others) is found in the high amount of chlorine in the water supplies of the bigger cities – here you should switch to the mineral water from the supermarket.
When stored in the fridge the Kefir is not that active and can last for up to three weeks.
However, if you should find that your Kefir drink tastes differently you should be very cautious.
http://www.kombuchapilz.de/english/waterkefirfaq.htm   (635 words)

  
 Welcome to Lifeway Foods
Low-fat or non-fat pasteurized milk is the basic ingredient in kefir.
Kefir also has more beneficial cultures than other fermented milk products, such as yogurt or buttermilk, and is an ideal milk substitute for infants, pregnant women, nursing mothers, convalescents and elderly.
Its effervescent quality stems from the kefir culture, which contains ten active "friendly" microorganisms, compared to two or three in yogurt.
http://www.lifeway.net/product/kefir.php   (101 words)

  
 Patrick's Food Ramblings - Kefir
The word “kefir” itself comes from Turkish apparently.
Also, supposedly the little critters are just as happy in soy or even coconut milk, which could be interesting.
It comes from the Northern Caucasus originally, and has been known historically around that region.
http://www.cauldwell.net/patrick/food/Kefir.aspx   (529 words)

  
 Kefir Culture Natural, a name you can trust in the production of genuine Kefir Culture grains
Kefir is the "champagne of yoghurts" and boasts many added properties that yoghurt lacks.
With our complete starter pack, we made it easy for you to prepare the right kefir drinks in your own home.
Kefir preserves our insides and is an invaluable food source that promotes health in general.
http://www.kefir.com.au   (207 words)

  
 Our Organic Kefir
Helios Nutrition’s Organic Kefir with FOS comes in five great flavors available in quart bottles:
Our kefir is fermented in small batches and contains premium ingredients gathered from around the globe:
Organic reduced fat (2%) milk purchased direct from local family farmers who are passionate and committed to sustainable agriculture and a healthy environment.
http://www.heliosnutrition.com/html/our_organic_kefir.html   (174 words)

  
 Kefir
Both kefir and yogurt are cultured milk products...
Kefir's active yeast and bacteria provide more nutritive value than yogurt by helping digest the foods that you eat and by keeping the colon environment clean and healthy.
Because the curd size of kefir is smaller than yogurt, it is also easier to digest, which makes it a particularly excellent, nutritious food for babies, invalids and the elderly, as well as a remedy for digestive disorders.
http://www.kefir.net/kefiryogurt.htm   (202 words)

  
 Caucasus Kefir Capsules
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Wilderness Family Naturals' Caucasus Kefir Capsules are a dietary supplement containing live probiotic microorganisms, yeasts, proteins and minerals, enzymes, lactic acid bacteria and vitamins.
There are over 28 different organisms in this kefir.
http://www.wildernessfamilynaturals.com/caucasus_kefir_capsules.htm   (506 words)

  
 BYTE.com
Deployment to GTE regional managers across the country is scheduled for late 1995.
It is also considering applying KEFIR to marketing and customer-analysis tasks.
KEFIR zeroes in on "interesting" health-care trends, then uses it s findings to suggest cost-saving interventions.
http://www.byte.com/art/9510/sec8/art5.htm   (512 words)

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