https://cook-county.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=7434381&GUID=60E99505-83F3-4850-A64C-99FA6D3BAB87Legistar15https://cook-county.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&From=RSS&ID=7434381&GUID=60E99505-83F3-4850-A64C-99FA6D3BAB8760E99505-83F3-4850-A64C-99FA6D3BAB87-2025-06-12-17-47-55Title: PROPOSED RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING JUNE 18TH AS KEFIR DAY IN COOK COUNTY WHEREAS, Kefir is a fermented milk drink similar to a thin yogurt or ayran that is made from kefir grains; and WHEREAS, Kefir dates back to the Bronze Age. Traditional kefir was made in goatskin bags that were hung near a doorway; the bags would be knocked by anyone passing through to keep the milk and kefir grains well mixed; and WHEREAS, the name Kefir comes from the Turkish word “keyif,” which refers to the “good feeling” a person gets after drinking it; and WHEREAS, Kefir is rich in probiotics, B vitamins, vitamin C, and calcium; and WHEREAS, Kefir also contains antioxidants and is said to improve nutrient absorption. The list of health benefits associated with probiotic-rich foods grows consistently year after year; and WHEREAS, Kefir supports skin health by promoting a balanced gut micro biome which can reduce inflammation and improve conditions like acne, eczema and dryness; and WHEREAS, Kefir supports mental health by nourishing the gut microbiome which plays a key role in regulatThu, 12 Jun 2025 17:47:55 GMT