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May 2016 PMID 27199969

The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir.

Benjamin C T Bourrie, Benjamin P Willing, Paul D Cotter

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What people are saying

The collection of discussions shows a general agreement on the health benefits of kefir, with comments like 'game changers' and mentions of its use in medical crises indicating a recognition of its significance. Comments referencing specific bacteria and fermentation processes demonstrate a moderate level of scientific curiosity, but the tone remains mostly supportive rather than analytical, reflecting moderate interest and engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most comments agree that kefir has beneficial health properties, with some posts describing personal experiences or support for the findings.

InterestModerate interest

The posts reflect a moderate level of interest, often showing enthusiasm but lacking deep exploration of the scientific mechanisms.

EngagementModerate engagement

There are references to personal stories, lab focus, and scientific terminology, indicating some engagement but not in-depth discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

Overall, the discussions suggest that the publication is viewed as potentially impactful, especially in clinical or health contexts, though not universally decisive.

Abstract in brief

  • Kefir is a fermented dairy beverage made through a mix of bacteria and yeast that form a complex structure called kefir grain, offering various health benefits.
  • Research suggests kefir can help improve cholesterol levels, support immune function, and promote wound healing, while also potentially reducing allergy and asthma symptoms.
  • The review highlights the microbial makeup of kefir and its potential as a probiotic, emphasizing its promising role in health promotion and future product development.]
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Ramese Sanders
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The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir. https://t.co/i3VgaOJRF5

Oct 21, 2022 · 8 likes · 1 share · 12,533 followers View post →
Paul Cotter
@pauldcotter · X

@justineldees Great to see you spreading the word on milk kefir @justineldees. It’s a big focus of our lab. Just some of the other material that we’ve produced on the topic below: https://t.co/ipAQ6DhwVr https://t.co/n1fAJBJ1zU https://t.co/LbxAZiUD43 https://t.co/6TWxTWfMOW

Jan 15, 2020 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 5,166 followers View post →
Theflowernurse
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The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir https://t.co/lqYr9VqQX8

Aug 23, 2022 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 8,332 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

@DrKristieLeong https://t.co/cucX0A84Vw

Feb 23, 2022 · 1 like · 878 followers View post →
Selt SAM
@SeltSAM2021 · X

@NG85522206 Milchkefir - aus Kefirknollen - ▶️ entfaltet

Dec 4, 2022 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
Neither Here Nor There
@Citizen123121 · X

@thehealthb0t KEFIR in combination of some other therapies saved were game changers during some of the worst medical crises I have ever experienced. I just can't say enough good things about it.

Aug 20, 2023 · 1 like · 21 followers View post →

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Babs Hogan, MEd
@BabsHoganWriter · X

Source: Front Microbiol. 2016 May 4;7:647. doi: 10.3389/fmicb.2016.00647 The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir Note: Some of the papers cited came from animal studies. For more information, visit: https://t.co/BLuScuZfcc https://t.co/Eu8shXizpO

Dec 9, 2024 · 1,455 followers View post →
Neither Here Nor There
@Citizen123121 · X

@thehealthb0t KEFIR in combination of some other therapies saved were game changers during some of the worst medical crises I have ever experienced. I just can't say enough good things about it.

Aug 20, 2023 · 1 like · 21 followers View post →
Mechanism of Action! PURE BLOOD!
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Selt SAM
@SeltSAM2021 · X

@NG85522206 Milchkefir - aus Kefirknollen - ▶️ entfaltet

Dec 4, 2022 · 1 like · 113 followers View post →
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RT @RameseSanders: The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir. https://t.co/i3VgaOJRF5

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Ramese Sanders
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The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir. https://t.co/i3VgaOJRF5

Oct 21, 2022 · 8 likes · 1 share · 12,533 followers View post →
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RT @theflowernurse: The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir https://t.co/lqYr9VqQX8

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Dr Hassan
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RT @theflowernurse: The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir https://t.co/lqYr9VqQX8

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Theflowernurse
@theflowernurse · X

The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir https://t.co/lqYr9VqQX8

Aug 23, 2022 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 8,332 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

@DrKristieLeong https://t.co/cucX0A84Vw

Feb 23, 2022 · 1 like · 878 followers View post →
Eve.S.
@yeeseak · X

https://t.co/cucX0A84Vw Altered endogenous cholesterol metabolism n ACE inhibitor

Feb 23, 2022 · 878 followers View post →
Justine Dees, PhD
@justineldees · X

RT @pauldcotter: @justineldees Great to see you spreading the word on milk kefir @justineldees. It’s a big focus of our lab. Just some of t…

Jan 15, 2020 · 2 shares · 4,451 followers View post →
Paul Cotter
@pauldcotter · X

@justineldees Great to see you spreading the word on milk kefir @justineldees. It’s a big focus of our lab. Just some of the other material that we’ve produced on the topic below: https://t.co/ipAQ6DhwVr https://t.co/n1fAJBJ1zU https://t.co/LbxAZiUD43 https://t.co/6TWxTWfMOW

Jan 15, 2020 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 5,166 followers View post →
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The Microbiota and Health Promoting Characteristics of the Fermented Beverage Kefir https://t.co/vT5f4nXH0D https://t.co/7dAd8zpJFR https://t.co/btudhCrf4s

Nov 16, 2019 · 474 followers View post →
Kriben Govender
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Nov 4, 2019 · 1,853 followers View post →
feride Pınar (Zeybek) Bekolo
@fpz_bekolo · X

#Kefir is a complex fermented dairy product created through the symbiotic fermentation of milk by lactic acid bacteria and yeasts contained within an exopolysaccharide and protein complex called a #kefir grain https://t.co/OQPO1atZkS

Aug 12, 2019 · 4 followers View post →