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The gut is the second brain.

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Photographed by Cho Gi-Seok,Vogue, March 2023

Inside, there are more than 100 million neurons that allow the gut to work autonomously.

All the more reason, then, to take good care of it with a healthy, balancing diet.

Kefir is also an excellent source of potassium, calcium and vitamins D, A, and B12.

How to take kefir

The body needs time to adjust to probiotics, according to Woodhurst.

Since it is a fermented food, kefir might cause some bloating.

Be consistent over a three-month period and allow the body time to get used to it.

Generally, a dose of coconut kefir should be around 200 to 300 ml per day.

What are the benefits of traditional kefir?

Its also high in protein and fat.

The probiotics that are found in kefir improve digestion and support our immune system.