Vaginal Health Supporting Kefir - Homemade Water Kefir with Cranberry and Ginger - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 1440 min

Servings: 2

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This Vaginal Health Supporting Kefir - Homemade Water Kefir with Cranberry and Ginger is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 120 calories, 2g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 1450 minutes.

Nutrition per Serving

120 Calories

2g Protein

25g Carbs

0.5g Fat

This recipe requires water kefir grains, organic cane sugar, cranberry juice, and grated ginger. The GI of cane sugar is high, but it is consumed by the kefir grains during fermentation, resulting in a low-GI beverage.

Ingredients

1/4 cup water kefir grains (60 ml)
1/4 cup organic cane sugar (60 g)
1/2 cup cranberry juice (125 ml)
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger (1 g)
4 cups filtered water (1 l)

Instructions

Dissolve the sugar in a small amount of hot water.
Add the sugar water, kefir grains, and the rest of the water to a glass jar.
Cover the jar with a cloth and secure with a rubber band.
Let it ferment at room temperature for 24-48 hours.
Strain the kefir grains and add cranberry juice and grated ginger to the kefir water.
Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later use.

This kefir beverage is a great source of probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health and can help manage PCOS symptoms. The cranberry juice provides antioxidants and the ginger has anti-inflammatory properties. The fermentation process reduces the GI of the sugar, making this a PCOS-friendly recipe.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vaginal Health Supporting Kefir - Homemade Water Kefir with Cranberry and Ginger good for PCOS?

Yes, this Vaginal Health Supporting Kefir - Homemade Water Kefir with Cranberry and Ginger recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 120 calories per serving with 2g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

How long does it take to make Vaginal Health Supporting Kefir - Homemade Water Kefir with Cranberry and Ginger?

This recipe takes about 1450 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 1440 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 120 calories, 2g protein (7%), 25g carbs, 0.5g fat. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 120 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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