Podcast Episode 215: My Every Day Kefir L. Reuteri Super Smoothie

This is the superfood smoothie I've been having every morning. I've changed it up and added some new ingredients that have supercharged this smoothie. Tune it to get the recipe and learn more.
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[@christinelitvak6427]

I put frozen riced cauliflower into my smoothies. It adds almost no flavor, is cold so I don't need ice, it adds fiber, vegetable nutrition, and it thickens my smoothies. Someone who doesn't like vegetables could put some in a banana smoothie with unsweetened shredded coconut, and ground up walnuts and plain kefir or plain yogurt.

[@alejandrogn4]

Nice 👍🏾

[@RayleneBrowne]

Your dedicated to helping us is appreciated.

[@A.B.1957]

I just finished this pod cast and you are ending it by saying “I hope it makes a big difference in your life” and I want to say that you have made a big difference in my life!! I’ve been making my own kefir for a couple years now and today just finished my first L. Reuteri culture. I did mine in an 8 qt instant pot pro but used 8 cups water in the pot for a bath. After 2 days of experimenting with jars of water trying it both dry and w/ water in the pot I came up with a real consistent 100 degree ferment by having both the milk and the bath at 95 degree to start the ferment and then custom setting the yogurt setting to 99 degrees and then 36 hours. Whew!!! So excited to now try the smoothie with both kefir and the L. Reuteri. I’ve been sprouting broccoli seeds for a couple years and I add them to my smoothie too…an acquired taste to be sure! Thanks much Donna for everything you are doing!!!

[@azannah]

Can you make L. Reuteri yogurt with kefir instead of half and half?

[@celiauzarski2064]

🎉Stephen, did you read Christine Litvak’s comment? She says she adds frozen riced cauliflower as well as unsweetened coconuts and walnuts. I personally have not tried it yet, but definitely plan to try it because it’s so unusual. She used ground nuts, so if you don’t have a high power blender be sure to buy them already pulverized.

[@cherylclay8316]

Hi Donna, I love your podcasts. I live across the pond. Could you do a podcast about the potential benefits of kefir and L Reuteri in dental health, and teeth remineralisation...? I note that L Reuteri is in quite a lot of dental lozenges... I have bad teeths, bad gums etc. I would love to hear your input about dental health. Thank you Donna, and keep being you, and keep looking after yourself, and your family : - )

[@lucyb.2782]

Cheryl Clay can you tell me about the dental lozenges with the L. Reuteri please 🙏

[@joycerock9342]

Hello Donna, I follow A keto lifestyle. I also follow Indigo Nili and she mentioned L. Reuteri yogurt, I was interested So I followed a link for the recipe and it brought me to you. This weekend I made my 1st batch of L. Reuteri fermented milk. Mine was “fortunately” an easy success using a Brod & Taylor Proofer (which was not being used because I quit making bread) Whew!! I jumped right in with 3 quarts. Today I made a milk kefir (I been making that for a long time) L. Reuteri and blueberry smoothie. Oh my, oh my I love it. I can’t thank you enough for posting this video and turning me on to this wonderful drink. I’m already addicted and can’t wait for tomorrow’s portion. Your new friend, Joyce

[@jillbrunak]

“It’s a game chamber”- 😊 Donna speaking from the heart ❤️ Ty for you Harry Potter alchemy!

[@irihapeti6656]

Thank you for sharing🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@wiswash4trump178]

We’ve begun drinking store bought kefir (every day) and can’t wait to begin making our own!! Love your podcasts and want to thank you for being so calm and patiently informing!!

[@GoodVibesOnly1914]

Ive been drinking alexandre brand from whole foods, seams really legit. Try a drop of vanilla extract in it

[@zaluq]

I have a question , how do you make L.Reuteri kefir , I make the L.Reuteri yougurt but I would like to see a kefir version of the same . I understand the fermentation is for 36 h at 105F , is that ok for kefir ?

[@rosahernandez8606]

Hi Donna the kefir it helping me I have gas terparies thank you taking lots pills I Am feeling better

[@traceyb3231]

I made kefir for the first time and over-fermented it and it was still great. I was happy to have less sugar. But my unpasteurized milk was so expensive.

[@mecoonie]

Hi Donna. How long did it take before you started noticing differences from the l reuteri?

[@deborahclemons6068]

Hello, thanks for your video. I would love to start kefir, but I don't know where to purchase it and how long do you keep kefir grains.

[@JennyB957]

Thanks for the recipe, one question tho , you mentioned yeast , is that going to have a negative impact on candida? Thanks again.

[@heatherb918]

Do I have to make the yogurt? Can I take the L Reuteri supplement instead? Or can I just add some of the L Reuteri starter to my kefir? I already make kefir, kombucha and cultured veggies.

[@aloyer7488]

Aloha Donna, I’m also mixing L Reuteri yogurt & Kefir over blueberries daily. I make L Reuteri, Kefir Smoothie, with red powder mix, berries, & “a big scoop of Maui, hehe”. ***I’ve been adding a couple of scoops of my L Reuteri & SIBO yogurts to my kefir grains before pouring in organic half & half, or A2 milk, in hopes of increasing L Reuteri & Mixed SIBO bacteria, within my Kefir Grains. I have no way of measuring bacreria’s in my Kefir Grains, but the 2-4 spoonful’s of yogurt sure makes the Kefir thicker & creamer……..

[@dedejensen995]

What is the super red or red powder mix and where could I buy it? Thank you

[@stevenmusco7957]

Can you make your keifer and L.Reuteri yogurt into a mousse dessert in addition to the smoothie?

[@robinschroth7413]

Can you put Honey on the yogurt with fruit? Was not sure if the honey would have a negative affect?

[@deborahclemons6068]

Hello again. Can you list what you but in your super smoothie. I would like to get started. My body have been off from stress. I'm slowly healing and would like help. Thanks and God bless.

[@aalovelace2776]

1/2 C Kiefer, 1/2 C L. Reuteri home-made cultured dairy, 1 C frozen fruit, 1-2 scoop collagen powder, scoop Simple Reds (red fruit powder)

[@petevodulia590]

How long does it take to see benefits with L Reuteri ? I’m on my third batch and haven’t really seen a difference yet..??

[@Allybobally007]

Hi Donna! Can you recommend a yoghurt maker that has that constant temp of around 100 degrees?Or do they all kind of keep the temp at 100.

[@TXDHC]

Check Luvele

[@chirokathleen]

I used a Sous Vide.

[@mkhagenbuch]

I found the Instant Pot the best, it has a SouVide setting that allows for 36 hours at the exact temperature 100F.

[@nancytackis3249]

I bought a Bear brand yogurt maker on Amazon, $40. Only drawback: its timer can only be set for 20 hrs at a time! No big deal, & it makes delicious L reuteri yogurt! I use Aldi’s organic half & half & inulin powder made from chicory (also from Amazon). Started with 10 capsules of Super Smart brand L Reuteri. First batch separates but after that, very smooth & creamy!

[@Bambotb]

Is swanson brand reuteri good ?

[@marilyh2237]

Hi Donna, can you add Superfood Green juice powder to homemade milk kefir without it canceling out any benefits?

[@DANA-pp4cg]

That's a great question, also what about these mushrooms powders as well

[@celiauzarski2064]

@@DANA-pp4cg I am trying different things to add to kefir. This morning it was one very small apple and frozen blueberries. Because the taste of yeast is strong to me, I also put in apple pie spice, ginger, and 10 blend mushroom powder. All it tasted like was a fruit smoothie. I used mushroom powder in my coffee and it ruined the flavor. I find this is a much better way to sneak it in.

[@suricadena5356]

Hello Donna I’m making this smoothie but I was reading the yogurt starter packet and says it can’t be blended or the bacteria will die. Is this true ?

[@mindpower2824]

Some may die but there are MILLIONS in a cup of kefir so it will still be FULL of probiotics. Don't worry about it.

[@cgdesrochers]

Is L Reuteri yogurt ok to put in smoothies for children?? My grandchildren ages: 14, 13, and 11.

[@sonyacurti]

I just purchased keifer at my local farm made from raw milk. I figured I would try it. A2 cows i think.

[@marionvroomans-pennock3305]

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[@monaasmr2936]

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[@chadknox3960]

How can we be missing it? Isn't it in kefir even if small amounts it should establish itself right???

[@stephenwilliams4406]

Hi Donna, I've been following you for awhile now and enjoying my Kefir as my first food in daily intermittent fasting and as my last food in the evening. I usually mix some Blackberries and Strawberries with the 6 oz portions of Kefir. I think I'm consuming too much fruit with the added sugar in fruit. I choose Strawberries and Blackberries because they are generally lower in sugar, but still, probably more fruit each day than I should consume. Do you have any suggestions of something else I could eat with my Kefir that would have less sugar? The fruit does add sweetness which is what I'm liking about adding fruit, I'm guessing. Maybe just a short squirt of liquid Stevia would take away some of the sourness and make it a little more enjoyable. I don't mind the sour taste a little, just want something else to be there. I've thought maybe add a vegetable like Cucumber or Jicama, then with a little Stevia. Any Thoughts?

[@baddabing28]

I add frozen kale and berries and stevia.

[@nancylemieux8058]

Do a second ferment with lemon zest....no added sugar and it gives a nice lemon essence! Donna talks about second ferments ....she does the lemon!

[@JamesClarkeEntrepreneur]

Only thing I don’t like about this yogurt is I eat it all before thinking about saving some for my next batch.

[@patticurry565]

I take out starter for the next batch as soon as it cools and put it in the freezer. Freezing does not hurt the bacteria.

[@kathybailey2813]

Where do I get milk kefir grains

[@azannah]

Cultures From Home I got mine there 10 years ago and am still using the same ones.

[@sonyacurti]

How do I get the L. Reuteri ? Do you sell it???

[@cherileerogers1650]

Yes, she does.

[@y.a.4464]

PLEASE CONSIDER reformulating your L. reuteri starter product. Please change the prebiotic, use PHGG as the prebiotic because it’s the one least likely to feed SIBO. A lot of us with gut problems need to avoid FOS.

[@itsmyparty4637]

Hi please explain your SIBO AND FOS ???? My son has just been diagnosed with Crohns and IBD thanks so mucy

[@lisajurraro]

What is FOS? I do have SIBO

[@celiauzarski2064]

@@lisajurraro Look up Dr Eric Berg on KZbin. He has easy to understand videos on all sort of health topics. He is not an MD, but a chiropractor, so he will not steer you to pharmaceuticals. His methods treat the underlying cause, not just symptoms.

[@celiauzarski2064]

@@itsmyparty4637 Check out Dr Eric Berg on KZbin. He has great information.

[@reggaetony2806]

​@@lisajurraro it's the prebiotic the fiber . Not all fibers feed the same good bacteria

[@kaylalejeune1115]

Donna, do you mind sharing with me, what is your blood type?

[@ryandlion6961]

Since you allowed me to step up my game maybe I can offer you putting a good gelatin in your smoothie instead or just eating more high quality beef/or bone broth, I don't really trust collagen, I've taken a few on their own in the past and they did nothing for me, plus I've heard they're easy to add filler and can be extremely oxidized . Maybe you use a good one though.

[@TheresaWood-if3xh]

I thought there was L reuteri in kefir milk

[@danielle9047]

Why is l Reiteri yogurt not recommended when pregnant??

[@suzannacantley5227]

Dr. William Lui on Utube interview has done research is worth listening to.

[@zapcoaching]

Dr. William Li or Lui????

[@LydiaWhitmer-ou9kd]

I’m confused is Kefir, my grains and L reuteri my yogurt, I thought kefir was L reuteri 🤪plz help!!

[@celeste-236]

You really should read “Toxic Superfoods” which explains the oxalate damage you’re doing by adding fruits (especially raspberries) to your smoothies. 😮

[@mobstarhipstar3403]

not a fan of the coffee added to this cuz the cons outweigh the pros.

[@adorableadornments1101]

I sure wish the L Reuteri yogurt tasted better. Smells like stinky feet and strong parmesan. I can't eat it. I made it according to directions, the first time and the second time. I won't make it again, a waste of good half n half.

[@itsmyparty4637]

too much talking. please get to the point. thanks

[@lokomotive28]

that’s crazy because I disagree

[@monicacason5287]

Too much rudeness, please be silent, thanks

[@celiauzarski2064]

@itsmy party, I think I might have a solution for you about too much talking. I am a chatterbox, yet I can get impatient with other people who give details that don’t interest me. Since this is a video, tap the settings button to increase the speed. I believe mine is at 1.75. It goes rather fast, but still understandable.