I compiled a list of questions people commonly ask me.
Here’s a quick FAQ 
1. I have this really puffy Kefir grain, could I divide it to give to other people?
YES, just do it! I don’t have a problem with metal utensils but other people still stress that you should use plastic. So it’s up to you if you want to experiment.
2. So how long will each Kefir grain live?
Kefir grains are practically immortal. Just take care of them and not intentionally kill them.
3. My Kefir are more bitter now than before, why is that?
Your Kefir grains are probably old. Use the new ones that have been produced.
4. Will my Kefir grains get spoiled? Contaminated?
These guys are tough, they can counter pretty much anything. Be aware though, if it really started to taste differently, then just using your newer batch of Grains.
5. Where can I get Kefir Grains?
I have gotten the best from this guy. Just bought mine and used ii and
6. I have diabetes! Can I drink this?
This practically doesn’t have any additional sugar unless you used the water Kefir process (Subscribe to the mailing list to know more fast) so it’s safe for diabetics.
7. I’m pregnant can I drink this?
I prefer to advise people not to drink this when pregnant but I have met Kefir lovers that really drink this. This is sort of a disclaimer
8. How about infants?
I have met people that have fed babies with Kefir but…..I still prefer to advise people not to do it. Digestion is not the problem because it’s very easy to digest. It’s just me staying on the safe side since Kefir has a little bit of alcohol content. It’s just almost one percent but it could almost be zero too. It really depends on the temperature and the length of fermentation.
9. I want to leave it for a longer time but I’m afraid my jar will explode!
Just put it in the fridge. It slows down the fermentation process. If you really want to leave it for a longer time, the Kefir produced should not be drank. Then when you finally need to use them, just take them out of the fridge and give them time to recuperate. It will take a while for them to be back at full strength.
10. I tasted the Kefir from the supermarket! It doesn’t take like this!
That’s because they are not from real milk Kefir. It would be impractical to mass produce this. By the way, Kefir from Kefir grains are better than the Kefir starters you get in your local stores. If you want to try it out first, feel free to buy the starter. After that, I suggest you get the Kefir grains.
11. I’m very sensitive to dairy but I’m really interested in making kefir. Can kefir be made with coconut milk or another type of milk?
From past experience, YES it can. But it is always best to grow the Kefir grains in milk for a few weeks so that they can really rebalance. Only then, should you start adding them to other mediums.
12. I’m lactose intolerant and have problems digesting kefir.
People who are dairy sensitive can drink kefir. This is because the probiotics in Kefir predigest the lactose and the nutrients for you allowing your body to digest it easily.
I will add more frequently asked questions soon. I hope you enjoyed this and see you soon!
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i was given some grains and been slowly drinking. used regular milk but will go to the best i can get. no one seems to be addressing just how much to drink. e.g. a tablespoon or as much as a quart?
are there ANY dangers?
Hi!
Anywhere from 250 to 500 ml a day is fine
How long it will take before kefir to get into your system
hi Sandra,
i dont quite get your question.
i just know that as soon as you eat it, it’s already in your system
people feel really refreshed and some say they feel really really relaxed within the first day of intake, sometimes, more. It just depends on the body of the person
Do the kefir activate sisnus and mucus and if so what can you do to prevent?
Do drinking kefir causes you to have a whole lot of muscus
Is kefir ok for people with gluten sensitivity?
Hi, can you give me a simple yet not expensive recipe and is loved by kids since I am having problem with my other kid. He doesnt love the taste of my kefir milk.
Can I use kefir grains to make non-dairy kefir (i.e. hemp or almond milk kefir)? Will it still last as long and be just as effective?
Hi Giselle, I’m still not getting the nice kefir grains as shown on other sites, now your site. My kefir looks mushy and tiny and its been 2 months or so that I began. What am I doing wrong? Why can’t I get the nice cauliflower look as you have? this is the second time I’ve asked. Could I have killed my kefir? I’ve been using cold pasterized whole milk
Where can I find Wheatgrass?
its actually the first time i’ve heard from anyone about mucus build up so I am not sure about it. I guess ill have to ask some people about it. I personally didn’t experience it.
Kids will usually not like it at first. Try mixing it up with fruits, like what others do with yogurt
I’ve never tried almond milk but Im guessing it will work just as good. Ive tried coconut milk and it turned out well
You can find wheatgrass at your local stores. Ill be offering it in the near future.
About the grains, did you watch MP’s videos? From my experience, it’s preferable not using cold milk as it really slows everything down.
If you can email me some pics and details on what you did, ill forward it to michael
@Leah – Head on over http://www.yourkefirsource.com/category/kefir-recipes and check out the recipes already there.. or better yet, subscribe to the newsletter to get recipes monthly. (sign up is on the right side of the page) : )
my son is a type 1 diabetic. I ordered some dairy kefir grains and water kefir grains and a kombucha scoby but I am having difficulty finding out the carbohydrate content for any of the recipes and such with these things. I want to switch our family to much healthier things but have to be careful with his diabetes. His insulin is based on his carbohydrate amounts. Any ideas or help would be appreciated
My kefir-making experience has always been a success. But, for a week or so, I’ve had a big amount of whey with curd sediment instead of kefir.
What might be the problem?