{"product_id":"best-before-july-2026-body-ecology-kefir-starter-30g-6-packets","title":"Best Before July 2026 - Body Ecology - Kefir Starter (30g) (6 packets) *Kept in Freezer*","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"productshortdescleft\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKefir has many benefits including better digestion of fats, proteins and carbohydrates, and has been known for thousands of years for its anti-aging and immune enhancing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an ancient cultured food rich in amino acids, enzymes, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and B vitamins. Appropriately named \"feel good\" in Turkish - that's exactly how you'll feel after drinking a glass in the morning! Easy and fun to make at home, it is superior to commercial yogurt. An absolute must after antibiotic use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike yogurt, it can actually colonize the intestinal tract. The good news: Body Ecology's Kefir Starter is safe and easy to use. The great news: You can save on store-bought kefir and ferment in the comfort of your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay help restore balance to the digestive tract after antibiotic use*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tasty alternative to yogurt; my help support better digestion of fats, proteins and carbohydrates*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomemade kefir and coconut kefir may help minimize cravings for unhealthy foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains 6 packets which can be used an average of 7 times each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productshortdescright\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 tablespoons of previous batch will ferment 1 quart of liquid. Please refrigerate once received. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInto container (preferably glass with lid), mix together the entire contents of one foil package of kefir starter and one quart of slightly warmed milk (about skin temperature or 92 degrees).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake, stir or whip with a whisk to mix well. Put lid on container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet this mixture ferment at 72-75 F for 18-24 hours for milk, 24-48 hours for coconut water and some others. (You will notice it is ready if the milk has thickened and has a distinctive, sour fragrance. Final consistency is pourable but not \"eat with a spoon\" thick.) Coconut water will not thicken like milk, only become cloudy and much less sweet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake or stir vigorously and place into the refrigerator. Even in your refrigerator the fermentation process continues, but chilling will slow down the fermentation of the healthy bacteria and beneficial yeast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePowder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1 packet (makes 8 quarts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Servings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6 packets (48 quarts)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Restrictions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO, Soy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Kosher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth Interests\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbiotics, Gut Support, Cellular Support, Fermented Drink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"red\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Refrigerate Once Received or store in the freezer!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthy bacteria in the Kefir can cause variations. Once made, please note, color and consistency may vary. Some batches may also have more sediment than others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"top-buffer-20\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKefir has many benefits including better digestion of fats, proteins and carbohydrates, and has been known for thousands of years for its anti-aging and immune enhancing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an ancient cultured food rich in amino acids, enzymes, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and B vitamins. Appropriately named \"feel good\" in Turkish - that's exactly how you'll feel after drinking a glass in the morning! Easy and fun to make at home, it is superior to commercial yogurt. An absolute must after antibiotic use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike yogurt, it can actually colonize the intestinal tract. It's simple and fun to make at home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody Ecology Kefir Starter contains the following beneficial bacteria:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eLactococcus lactis\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003esubsp\u003ci\u003e. lactis\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eLactococcus lactis\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003esubsp\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecremoris\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eLactococcus lactis\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003esubsp\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ediacetylactis\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eLeuconostoc mesenteroides\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003esubsp\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecremoris\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLactobacillus plantarum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLactobacillus casei\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaccaromyces boulardi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eKluyveromyces marxianus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInulin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 6 packets which can be used an average of 7 times each. 6 tablespoons of previous batch will ferment 1 quart of liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo activate starter for initial usage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInto container (preferably glass with lid), mix together the entire contents of one foil starter package and one quart of slightly warmed milk (about skin temperature or 92 degrees).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake, stir or whip with a whisk to mix well. Put lid on container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet this mixture ferment at 72-75 F for 18-24 hours for milk, 24-48 hours for coconut water and some others. (You will notice it is ready if the milk has thickened and has a distinctive, sour fragrance. Final consistency is pourable but not \"eat with a spoon\" thick.) Coconut water will not thicken like milk, only become cloudy and much less sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake or stir vigorously and place into the refrigerator. Even in your refrigerator the fermentation process continues, but chilling will slow down the fermentation of the healthy bacteria and beneficial yeast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirections for transferring after the initial batch has been made and directions for making kefir cheese are included on packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDonna Gates recommends adding The Body Ecology starter to the liquid found inside the young, green coconut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile traditionally made with cow's milk, it can be made with soy, coconut, rice, goat, or sheep milk (other varieties of milk yield a more watery version than cow's milk).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it's a wonderful addition to smoothies!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShelf life is 12 months from the manufactured date, or longer when stored in a freezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productdescdisc\" id=\"productdescdisclaimer\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarning: If you are pregnant or nursing, please consult your healthcare professional before using this product. Keep out of the reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Information and statements regarding dietary supplements\/products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Body Ecology","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58099330220380,"sku":"BBBE010","price":23.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/9284\/0540\/files\/d70c6efad34fd29f6a7e71f3e762603227feba8b5b2c5015edd17eb4295aae13.jpg?v=1727769549","url":"https:\/\/longevity-essentials.com\/products\/best-before-july-2026-body-ecology-kefir-starter-30g-6-packets","provider":"Longevity Essentials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}