I am really having a hard time understanding this process. I have gone to Doms...tried to read it, read posts in here and I am not sure why I cant grasp it. Sounds easy enough reading through all of the topics yet my brain is going huh?????

Can anyone maybe help this lady understand this? I have introduced it to my hubby who at first was a big skeptic but he has decided to let me try it. He will to of course. We both are looking for any help with some of my health issues (Sharron if you read this your web site has helped us with more info on Allergies.)

I will be willing to try but need to have someone simplify this process for me so when I can get some "grains" I can do this right.

Blessings,

Carol

**** Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
(NKJV)****

Carol, I had trepidations at first myself. Dom's site has SO much information it is almost overwhelming. If it hadn't been for a couple of experienced folks on this board who encouraged me, I'd probably never have tried it. (Thank you April Rose and Zip, wherever you are)

But it is just as simple as we will all tell you, and once you've been through the process a couple of days (which takes 5 minutes or less) you'll be quite at ease.

If you'd like I can send you a little primer with pictures I put together this summer. To send it to you, you'll need to send me a Private Topic with your email address. People tell me once they've actually seen the process, it's not so intimidating.

And of course, if/when you do get grains, we'll all help you, step by step



BC
172/108/108
Zone since 4/98

Carol,

I am so glad my site was of some benefit to you

and, yes, kefir is just as easy as we say it is. It should also help deal with the allergy issues!

Blessings!
Sharron
Author of "Low Carb Cooking at Sharron's Place," and "Extreme Lo-Carb Cuisine" to be released in December

www.thelowcarbcook.com

"My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart." Colossians 2:2

Does it also help w/yeast issues like yogurt does?

I bought some Kefir at my grocer today made by lifeway. Now its lowfat with 8 carbs but with a bit of stevia I really enjoyed it!

Now to find some Kefir grains...I know I saw the post here somewhere!

Blessings,

Carol

**** Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
(NKJV)****

Hi Maritza!

I am sure it helps with yeast infections! I am sure the girls will help with more info.

Sharron has some excellent stuff on her website to read if you would like to look at it! Go up top to see Sharrons signiture The lowcarbcookbook and click on that. You will find a whole bunch of stuff to read!

Blessings,

Carol

**** Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
(NKJV)****

Carol, I know just how you feel; there's so much information that I felt overwhelmed. Dom's site is informative, but his unique style of writing just isn't much to my taste. So here's my kefir primer:

1. Get your kefir grains.
2. Stick 'em in a glass jar with some milk.
Let it sit on the counter until you see clear stuff at the bottom. A couple of days usually; depends on the ambient temperature.
3. Pour the whole shebang into a strainer. What comes through = kefir.
4. Drink your fresh kefir or put it in the fridge, and put the babies back in the jar with more milk.

That's really all I needed to get started. The higher the grain:milk ratio, the faster the fermenting, but I haven't really worried about exact quantities, and it just keeps getting better.


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Hi, Carol.

The thread you're looking for is here: Kefir sharing thread

I'm also in NYS and if you want some grains, just email me or start a private thread where you can give me your address.

Maggie
5'1" ~~ Atkins since '98 (160)/Maintaining nicely (110) ~~ Redhead until further notice!

Hey Maggie I got the grains just a few minutes ago! I am SOOOOOOOOO excited!

I guess what I do know is get my jar, pour this mix in there and add my own milk right? Probably a few cups eh??

Thanks so much for your time and sending me these little good guys. I will send you out the check shortly!

Blessings,

Carol

**** Php 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
(NKJV)****

Yup! Let 'em get to work!

I hope you have many years of happy brewing!

Maggie
5'1" ~~ Atkins since '98 (160+)
Maintaining nicely (110 +/-)
~~ Redhead until further notice!

Just to let you Kefir ppl know that I have been using Organic whole milk from my grocer to make Kefir and its been awesome!! So much more smoother, creamier and a nice color too. I wont go back to reg milk again for Kefir

Blessings,

Carol

So glad you are enjoying your kefir, Carol. Neat, isn't it?

I too like to use organic milk unless I happen to run out of it. I've also been adding about 1/3 can coconut milk to each batch lately. Wow!



BC
172/108/108
Zone since 4/98

Oh its been sooooooo good!! I will have to get a can of cm and try that! I have been trying to put my VCO in it and its not working to well that way.

Blessings,

Carol

Hey, Carol!

Sounds as if you're already a confirmed brewer!

I don't have access to fresh organic cow's milk, but I can get goat. That's really fine, too!

Glad to hear that your babies are producing well for you!

Maggie
5'1" ~~ Atkins since '98 (160+)
Maintaining nicely (110 +/-)
~~ Redhead until further notice!

Hey Maggie!! Yes thanks to you and Brenda I am on my way to a healthier life with Kefir! My little chums are doing great and I think I do have this Kefir making under control!

Now this organic milk I use is www.horizonorganic.com Maybe you can find it there???I get it at my local grocer Wegmans.

Blessings,

Carol