: a beverage of fermented cow's milk

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Kefir Kefir is a yogurt drink made from fermenting milk in kefir grains. Anna Meyer, Cpt, Health, 16 Oct. 2024 These kefir grains contain a host of probiotic bacteria and yeast, which is key in fermenting milk to produce kefir products that have been studied for their health impacts, particularly in the areas of the immune and gastrointestinal systems, as well as metabolic regulation. New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2024 In modern-day kefir production, there are two main Lactobacillus bacteria groups, one from Russia – which is predominantly used today – and another from Tibet. New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2024 Mix kefir with fruits and vegetables to make a smoothie containing about 8-10 grams of protein in a cup (240 milliliters).34 18. Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for kefir 

Word History

Etymology

Russian

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kefir was in 1884

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“Kefir.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kefir. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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