Kefir Starters

MicroJiva Dairy (MJD) Kefir Starters is a selected blend of cultures that can be used to make foamy kefir with controlled gas production. MJD Kefir Starters produce fresh, high-quality kefir with added probiotics that mimics the lactic acid production, pH and viscosity similar to cultures from kefir grains. Consumption of our kefir can help promote beneficial bacteria for improved gut health, digestion and overall well-being.

We offer high-quality kefir starter cultures in various forms, tailored to your needs for marketing and distribution. With more than 3,000 bacterial strains available, our kefir products are made with carefully balanced formulas for great consistency and taste.

We provide two types of kefir starters:

• Kefir Culture Type B (MJD-KC-B)
• Kefir Culture Type C (MJD-KC-C)

Kefir Culture Type B and C are available as powder sachets.

Key Benefits:

• Balanced formula for great taste and texture
• Personalized use tailored to your needs
• Helps restore microbial imbalance and gut health
• Rich in vitamins and minerals to support a healthy diet
• Can be re-cultured for additional use

Ingredients:

Main Biological Ingredients:

• Streptococcus thermophilus
• Lactobacillus delbruekii spp. bulgaricus
• Lactococcus lactis spp. cremoris
• Lactococcus lactis spp. lactis
• Lactococcus lactis spp. lactis biovar diacetylactis
• Leuconostoc mesenteroides spp. mesenteroides
• Lactobacillus helveticus
• Propionibacterium freudenreichii spp. freudenreichii
• Brevibacterium linens
• Debaryomyces hanenii
• Kluyveromyces marxianus

Suggested Use:

Quantity: The package contains 10 individual sachets of 10 grams of probiotic granules in each, for a total of 100 grams. Each sachet will make 2 quarts of fresh, probiotic-rich kefir.

Directions: Add sachet content to 1 liter of milk. Incubate at 72-74F for 12-16 hours until thick and creamy. Kefir can be easily re-cultured once made.

Storage Instructions: Store cultures in the freezer for best preservation.

All of our starter cultures are certified Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Kosher and Halal.

From the cryotube to the starter, our total quality system is designed to guarantee your satisfaction. Our industrial division will provide you with:

• Highly trained technical experts to guide you through the entire process
• Research and quality team to ensure your product is made using the latest innovations and quality ingredients
• Regulatory department to assist with legal matters and quality standards
• Custom formulations and high-quality ferments for all your product needs

Manufacturer:

This product is manufactured in US FDA- and Health Canada-approved GMP production plants in US/Canada. It is 100% Vegetarian and Kosher.

Proviva Pharma probiotic products are produced by Biena Inc. located in Montreal, Canada, in the heart of St-Hyacinthe’s Biotechnology Park. The area has been recognized globally by PwC and AURP as one of the top bio-clusters for food, veterinary and environmental-focused health innovations. The region currently holds more than 400 manufacturing companies in the areas of agribusiness and biotechnology and is ranked one of the best and most qualified locations in Canada for its industrial dynamism.

Biena Inc. facilities are GMP certified where the probiotic supplements are produced from strain vials to finished products in personalized dosage forms, to fit Proviva Pharma’s needs. All of the Proviva Pharma probiotic products are manufactured under GMP conditions in a 55,000 sq.ft, state-of-the-art facility.

Quality Assurance:

• HACCP & GMP total Quality System
• Follow ISO 17025 International Regulation for Quality
• Quality manual and SOP as per current Health Canada & FDA Regulations
• Each lot’s safety & quality validated by certified third-party labs, environmental and pest control
• Stability study on your formulas
• Regular audit for Health Canada & FDA CFR 21 part 111
• Approved vendors of many major pharmacies and natural food stores throughout the world

Quality of Proviva Pharma/Biena Formulas:

• Qualified in-house production, QA, QC and R&D team
• Production of highly active and stable strains
• Controlled environmental conditions
• HEPA Filtration
• Air pressured clean rooms
• Modern ventilation system for low humidity (≤35%)
• Strict handling and cleaning SOPs to avoid cross contamination
• Complete traceability of lots to ingredient suppliers
• Over 150 QA check points to ensure product quality
• Modern facility tailor made for ensuring cell viability and stability from strain vial to finished product

Facility Certified

All Proviva Pharma/Biena products have received verification in compliance with the Non-GMO Project Standard. Thus, each product is produced without genetic engineering and remains void of GMO-derived ingredients.

Proviva Pharma/Biena collaborative partners:

WITH PROVIVA PHARMA AND BIENA

All departments work together to support your probiotic needs