YogourmetKefir Starter (12 Pack Bulk Version) - Make Kefir at Home - Starter Culture - All Natural, Gluten Free, Kosher, Halal - 3 g Sachets

My mother has constipation problems and other digestive issues and I told her I will start making her kefir from grains which I did but sometimes I need to make extra but kefir grains can only make two liters at a time and when I need 3 L I use these starters and Kiefer comes out to be a little thicker and has a slightly different taste but tastes amazing and consistency is great and my mother absolutely loves it. Just placed two more orders. By the way she started going to the bathroom regularly and stopped taking all other supplements she was taking that weren't doing much to help her. I'm super happy and highly recommend these starters. Super easy to use. No need to heat up anything like the instructions say because heating up the milk kills all the beneficial bacteria so I don't see any point in that. When I use raw milk for kefir grains, as well as whole milk for this freeze dried cultures I use milk straight out of the fridge and one packet of this starter per 1 L of milk, then I put it in a dark warm place which is my laundry room where I have my HVAC system and I put it on top of the furnace so when the heat kicks on it warms it from the bottom and the room stays between 75 and 78° F. Ideal temperature for fermentation is 75° to 85° F and within 24 hours I get beautiful, organic, full of beneficial bacteria and enzymes kefir for my mother, brother, and myself. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend!When making these freeze dried cultures it makes the Kefir barley sour which is great for those who don't like sour products. The only downside to it is that it only comes with 3 strains of lactobacillus but when using Kefir Grains especially with Raw Milk it comes with 60 beneficial bacteria strains and it is pretty sour especially when you strain the grains and add them to the next batch and the stained kefir I leave to ferment for another 24 hours without the kefir grains which adds Increased Nutrient Content like B-Vitamins: The second fermentation process can increase the levels of certain B-vitamins, particularly B12, B2 (riboflavin), and folic acid, which are produced by the beneficial bacteria.Amino Acids: It can also enhance the availability of amino acids, making them easier for the body to absorb. More ProbioticsProbiotic Variety: The second fermentation allows for the growth of different strains of probiotics, potentially increasing the diversity and number of beneficial microorganisms.Enhanced Probiotic Activity: This can lead to a higher probiotic count, which may provide greater benefits for gut health. Improved Digestibility. Reduced Lactose: Further fermentation reduces the lactose content even more, making kefir more digestible for those with lactose intolerance.Breakdown of Proteins: The additional fermentation time helps to further break down proteins, making them easier to digest.Antioxidant Activity. Increased Antioxidants: Some studies suggest that second fermentation can increase the antioxidant properties of kefir, which can help protect the body from oxidative stress. Extended Shelf LifeNatural Preservation: The increased acidity from the second fermentation acts as a natural preservative, potentially extending the shelf life of the kefir when stored properly.Effervescence. Natural Carbonation: The second fermentation can produce natural carbonation, making the kefir slightly fizzy and giving it a refreshing texture.I hope this review helps 😊

Taste good and sometimes I throw in banana in a cup and mix it, great for pre-workout. This is my 3 or 4 order. Never had any other kind so I can't compare.

Very good product

I am on a boat in the South Caribbean and brought back a couple of packs of these starters. The recipe is simple to make, bring the milk to a near boil, let it cool to room temp, and mix in a package of the starter, pre-mixed with a tablespoon or two of the milk, stir and set aside at room temp, which is 90ºF, 32ºC. 12 to 24 hours later you have a really nice tasting, not too acidic, not to bland, drinkable kefir. Personally I like it as it comes out, I've made some with fruit flavors for a pal, who also loves it. I keep it in the fridge after the kefir is formed to stop further culture growth. Use 2% or full cream, it works great on both, the full cream/fat milk has much more of a Greek Yoghurt, as you'd expect, creamier taste and texture. Highly recommended.

I like the convenience of this product. Very disappointed that one out of 2 sets usually doesn’t work

While having my coffee the other morning, and being pleased with the way, my Kiefer came out, I decided to read packaging. There is maltodextrin in here. As far as I’m concerned that means this is not a natural product. Maltodextrin is a food additive that can be derived from corn and soy, which if you don’t know are two of the most pesticide sprayed, and GMO modified crops in the country. it is used to prolong shelflife, and to add a creamy texture and is sometimes used as a fat substitute in commercially produce products. I will say the Kiefer came out great. If you can get past that then, this is a great product, but for me, I’ll go back to, the kefir grains. In addition, I was looking at the probiotics that are present in this product. They are minimal may be only five or six. I knew it was too good to be true.

Always delivers the right product when promised as the best price. Easy to mix, reliable results every time I make this. Only sticking point is it no longer is packaged in a box with instructions, but I can download from the internet to ensure the right temperatures are used for optimum results.