Pineapple Blueberry Bliss by Maisha Wynn

This vegan smoothie by Maisha Wynn is the perfect way to cheers to summer! She created this Plantiful recipe for a Taste of Chicago demo at the Lifeway Foods Taste Kitchen. Our Plantiful alone has 10 grams of protein and 10 live + active cultures making this blend is great for the gut!

Prebiotics + Probiotics = a Healthy You


What are probiotics?

Probiotics are “good” bacteria. They are live microorganisms similar to the ones already living in your gut and may offer health benefits when consumed in adequate amounts.

The word “probiotic” itself is often translated to “beneficial for life.”  It is derived from the Latin word “pro” meaning “for” and the Greek word “biotic” meaning “life.”

Breaking down the “microbiome”

The microbiome consists of microbes, or microorganisms, that live and colonize on everything from people, plants, the soil, animals, the oceans, etc. These microorganisms can affect us negatively like those nasty viruses that get you sick, but they can also be beneficial, like the probiotics found in kefir.

The human microbiome has many functions, such as helping us absorb nutrients from our food and protecting us against pathogens.

What do probiotics do?

Probiotics can help balance the microbiome by replenishing the good bacteria, which may lead to improved digestion and better immunity. With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.


Servings: 1 - 2


  1. Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender. Blend on high until smooth, or until desired consistency is reached. Top with what you are craving!