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Is Kefir healthy?

Kefir scores 86/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This kefir product is made from high-quality ingredients such as pasteurized skimmed milk, cream, and kefir grains, which provide essential nutrients and probiotics beneficial for gut health.

How processed is Kefir?

Kefir is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Kefir's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurised skimmed milk, Cream, Lactic ferments count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Kefir

Nestlé
86 Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Nestlé
Category Kefir
Summary

This kefir product is made from high-quality ingredients such as pasteurized skimmed milk, cream, and kefir grains, which provide essential nutrients and probiotics beneficial for gut health. The product is minimally processed, containing no harmful additives or excessive sugars, making it a healthy choice for promoting digestive and immune health. The inclusion of vitamin D further enhances its nutritional profile, supporting bone health and overall well-being.

Key ingredients 6

Pasteurised skimmed milk
Good

This ingredient provides a low-fat dairy base that is rich in essential nutrients and supports digestive health.

Cream
Good

Cream adds flavor and richness to the kefir, contributing beneficial fats and a smooth texture.

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Lactic ferments
Good

Lactic ferments are beneficial bacteria that promote gut health and aid digestion.

Kefir grains
Good

Kefir grains contain live cultures that enhance probiotic content, supporting a healthy microbiome.

Yeast
Neutral

Baker's/nutritional yeast in standard use — benign.

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Vitamin D
Neutral

Vitamin D is added to support bone health, but its presence is neutral in terms of overall ingredient quality.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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