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Posted 10/28/2012 10:47 PM (GMT 0)
I was doing my biweekly health food store shopping and came across this probiotic drink called Inner Eco Coconut Kefir. Since I really don't notice a difference with taking probiotics (VSL DS, Renew Life, Florastor, or any other brands I've tried), I figured maybe eating probiotic foods would be better for me. One bottle is $16 and has 30 servings, so way cheaper than the $80-$100 I spend a month on probiotics.

Here is it:

http://www.inner-eco.com/

The bottle says to start slowly since one tablespoon has 100 billion bacteria, so I'll try it and report back if I notice anything.

I looked for saurkraut, too, but couldn't find any raw brand so I might make my own if I'm motivated enough.

On a side note, how darn good have apples been this season? I went to a farm today with my mama and bought about 20 different kinds. I sampled a crapload (I literally was at the sample table for like 10 minutes and I could tell the employees were annoyed that I sampled 10 kinds, but whatever- free food!) and drank tons of apple cider. I felt so normal and happy haha Jonagolds are where it's at in my opinion.

Posted 10/28/2012 11:21 PM (GMT 0)
I tried the Inner Eco coco kefir for a couple of months but didn't notice any difference. Maybe you will. :)
Posted 10/28/2012 11:29 PM (GMT 0)
I bought water kefir cultures today and plan on culturing my own water kefir grains! :o)
I then will make my own coconut kefir out of fresh coconuts! Can't wait!
Posted 10/29/2012 12:03 AM (GMT 0)
I did a lot of research recently and went out and got some Florastor earlier today(noticed you mention it). Big mistake. One pill and a few hours later had a bunch of bloody diarrhea. Maybe I can learn from the experience though.
Posted 10/29/2012 12:04 AM (GMT 0)
zucchini, how does it taste? i plan on trying it after i go for iron tomorrow.

jse, that is so cool!! let me know how it goes!
Posted 10/29/2012 12:39 AM (GMT 0)
gary, florastor is my back up colonoscopy prep. if i feel like starving myself for days in advance hasn't cleaned me out enough, i will take florastor. i had like 20 bm's a day taking that stuff. NEVER AGAIN! i still have practically a whole bottle in my cupboard that i will never take. that crap is expensive, too.
Posted 10/29/2012 1:01 AM (GMT 0)
I bought it because of the yeast. I notice it has a small amount of lactose also. Since I now believe my UC was caused by broad spectrum antibiotics this strain of yeast was highly recommended in these colitis cases, although, once again, they are usually talking about C-Diff colitis, which I have tested negative for twice. There are other brands that don't have the lactose in them like Florastor does but now I'm afraid to even give them a try. Now I might have to seriously consider that my problem is yeast overgrowth. I am going back to my antifungal strategy but am going to hold off on the diet for now.
Posted 10/29/2012 2:13 AM (GMT 0)
That coconut kefir looks great! I'd try it if I had access to it, it think.

I made some water kefir and boy it was so good. My second batch was iffy and by the third, I knew I had done something to my grains. I let them rest as intructed, but it was no good. Too bad! That was good stuff.

My understanding is that fermented foods on a regular basis is the key to gut flora issues. I bought some dairy kefir last night and took a half teaspoon this morning. I have no idea if it's doing anything good or bad because I'm so sick right now. I just figure I have to try to get some good bacteria in my gut.

Will you let us know how it works if you try it?
Posted 10/29/2012 2:29 AM (GMT 0)
Lodi - my wellness counselor suggests Kimchi (mild) -- one tsp with every large meal (lunch and dinner). Taking a probiotic in capsule form is cool, but it's much better to get your probiotics from cultured/fermented food.

I am definitely trying to coconut kefir as soon as I can get my grains cultured! Will update everyone with results.
I started taking the Renew Life Ultimate Flora Critical Care 50 billions last night and I'm not even kidding you....(and everyone is different, I know) I have had 2 BM's today and no burning in my tummy like I have had. Hopefully it continues! It makes me a little nauseated when I first take it but I don't even care. I feel like it's doing good when it hits me!
Posted 10/29/2012 1:10 PM (GMT 0)
I didn't mind the taste of the Inner Eco.  I wouldn't say it was yummy, but it wasn't bad either.  My kids tried it several times and called it "giggle juice" because it was fizzy and sort of funky tasting.

I have been making my own water kefir (a friend gave me some kefir grains) and i like the taste better than the inner eco.

 

Posted 10/29/2012 5:14 PM (GMT 0)
Zero sugars - I am in !
Posted 9/30/2013 4:24 PM (GMT 0)
I drink both coconut water kefir (see here the recommendations on how to make coconut water kefir) and coconut milk kefir, not store-bought ones, I make them by myself. I didnt notice any good effect though, but I like the taste and to me its a great alternative to dairy kefir.

Post Edited (Hollymie) : 10/2/2013 6:13:17 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 9/30/2013 10:29 PM (GMT 0)
Gary - how come the cc herbal you are trying isn't on your signature on this question but it is added for the cc herbal question? Just wondering?
Posted 9/30/2013 11:06 PM (GMT 0)
Saurkraut & kim chi are super easy to make. Yum!
Posted 9/30/2013 11:23 PM (GMT 0)
I've been doing homemade coconut and goat kefir for months now. very tangy.

tornado, how do you make yours? I tried sauerkraut once and it was WAY too salty.
Posted 9/30/2013 11:48 PM (GMT 0)
Two shredded cabbages fit in my slow cooker. I use 1 tablespoon of salt per cabbage, and I have a little cheese platter that fits right in the crock. I smush it for a week or two, depending on the temp in the room. You can use more or less salt.

I use David Lebovitz's kimchi recipe
www.davidlebovitz.com/2008/02/a-kimchi-recipe/
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