Illinois HR 398: KEFIR DAY

Status: Referred to Rules Committee (as of 2025-05-29)

State: Illinois · Session: 104th · Bill: HR 398

Sponsors: La Shawn K. Ford

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HR0398LRB104 13965 ECR 26915 r

1HOUSE RESOLUTION

2 WHEREAS, Kefir is a cultured, fermented milk drink with 

3ancient origins in the Caucasus Mountains that is now embraced 

4around the globe for its probiotic benefits, refreshing taste, 

5and role in promoting digestive health; and

6 WHEREAS, Kefir is a nutrient-rich drink containing high 

7levels of calcium, protein, magnesium, and essential B 

8vitamins, and it provides a unique combination of live and 

9active probiotic cultures that support gut health and immune 

10function; and

11 WHEREAS, The probiotics in kefir have been shown to help 

12restore gut flora, reduce gastrointestinal symptoms, including 

13bloating and constipation, and improve overall digestive 

14function, which is particularly important for individuals 

15recovering from antibiotic use or living with chronic gut 

16conditions; and

17 WHEREAS, Regular consumption of kefir has been associated 

18with enhanced immune response, reduced inflammation, improved 

19metabolic markers, including cholesterol and blood pressure, 

20and strengthened bone density, contributing to the prevention 

21of osteoporosis and chronic disease; and

HR0398- 2 -LRB104 13965 ECR 26915 r

1 WHEREAS, Kefir is naturally lower in lactose due to 

2fermentation and is therefore often well tolerated by 

3individuals with lactose intolerance, providing a dairy option 

4rich in bioavailable nutrients for a wider range of consumers; 

5and

6 WHEREAS, Early research has also linked kefir and other 

7fermented foods to mental health benefits via the gut-brain 

8axis, opening new avenues for dietary support of mood, 

9cognitive function, and emotional well-being; and

10 WHEREAS, The kefir industry supports domestic agric

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