Nutritional and functional properties of kefir: review

• DOI: 10.1080/10942912.2023.2280437
• Publication Date: 2023-11-22T22:46:05Z
• Authors: Komal Saleem; Ali Ikram; Farhan Saeed; Muhammad Afzaal; Huda Ateeq; Muzammal Hussain; Awais Raza; Amara Rasheed; Aasma Asghar; Mohd Asif Shah
• Keywords: Kefir; Lactococcus; Lactose Intolerance

Kefir is a popular and indigenous fermented product that possess various health claims. grains with varied bacteria are utilized as starters for kefir production of genra including Lactobacillus, Leuconostoc, Lactococcus, Acetobacter species. The complex microbial community in produce bioactive compounds owing to their metabolic activities. has functional therapeutic properties, which include immune system stimulation, lactose intolerance symptoms, cholesterol reduction, anti-carcinogenic anti-mutagenic qualities. Several studies have shown anticarcinogenic, anti-microbial synbiotic potential kefir. Current review highlights the technology, nutritional, Furthermore, strategies, characteristics probiotic limelight current review.