You can make your own probiotic-rich drink from a juice. I used a kefir starter from Body Ecology – as long as there is sugar, the bacteria will thrive; eat up the sugar and release beneficial bacteria to populate your gut.
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Carrots and turmeric are a classic pairing and the addition of fresh orange juice and ginger add a little sweetness and spice in this refreshing juice kefir.
Orange and Tumeric Water Kefir Recipe
Author: Magdalena Wszelaki
Ingredients
- 2 cups freshly squeezed carrot juice
- 2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3 coins of fresh ginger ¼ inch thick
- 1 Tablespoon freshly grated turmeric root OR 1 ½ teaspoons dried
- 1 packet Body Ecology water kefir starter (I use this one)
How To Make
- In a clean 1 quart jar, combine the carrot juice, orange juice, ginger and turmeric.
- Stir to combine.
- Add the Kefir starter and stir.
- Cover the top of the jar with a cloth or coffee filter and secure with a rubber band or twine.
- Let sit at room temperature (72 – 74 degrees) for 24 hours.
- Remove the cover and taste.
- For a "fizzier" drink, let sit for another 12 hours.
- When you are happy with the flavor top with a lid and refrigerate. Use within 1 week.
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Hello,
is this fermented drink like kefir, i.e. does it keep multiplying? Or is it a one-shot deal?
Sounds delish! I’ve been culturing love water kefir grains for many years. It’s an awesome beverage. I prefer to grow and ferment in a sealed anaerobic environment like s Fido jar. My grains thrive and produce a fizzier brew. You can check my site for grains and water kefir supplies. Nice post!
Your recipe sounds delicious. How important is “Let sit at room temperature (72 – 74 degrees) for 24 hours.” I live in south Florida and room temp is closer to 80 and up as we are pretty much experiencing summer now in May. Your thoughts?
I have Hashi and would like to know and have had hysterectomy . Does that matter with the Hormone Balancing Recipe? Is it just working on my existing body hormones. Please advise
This sounds great but I can’t tolerate orange juice unfortunately, could you recommend a replacement ?
Many thanks
Victoria