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Can water kefir grains be turned into milk kefir grains and if so how?

I make water kefir but would like to try milk kefir, can I convert my water granules to milk kefir granules?
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My milk kefir molded.. What should I do

I put my dehydrated kefir grains in one cup fresh whole milk and after 24 hours I change the milk and rainse the grains. But after three days they become molded. Befor this I put my kefir grains in near spoild milk and its color turned out with a…
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Can kefir whey be refrigerated before being used to ferment other foods?

Is it okay to refrigerate kefir whey for a few days before fermenting other foods with it (i.e., almond butter http://www.thecandidadiet.com/forums/topic/fermented-almond-butter-16/ ), or will this prevent the good bacteria from eating the bad…
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Is double fermented kefir safe to eat?

I have a bottle of store bought, commercially produced kefir that seems to have undergone a second fermentation in my fridge. It's normally tart and thick, but it's changed to really tart and even thicker, and has a slight fizziness. I've never seen…
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Mold on citrus: is it safe to eat?

I've been making fruit kefir (or tibicos), using only some sugar and a lemon for 1L of tap water (boiled to remove chlorine and sterilize my bottle, and of course left to cool down before adding the kefir grains). After some 24 hours I've noticed a…
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How long can I leave kefir and oatmeal at the room temperature?

Thinking of making oatmeal kefir overnight and bringing it for lunch in school. Will it be safe to leave this inside my bag for 5-6 hours?
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Is it possible to ferment milk Kefir using water Kefir liquid?

Can I add water Kefir to cow milk to ferment milk Kefir?
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Where to get active Milk kefir grains

I am from Austin, Texas. I am looking for milk kefir grains to make fresh kefir at my home. But I couldn't find kefir grains in Whole Foods. I don't know how to reach to individuals who can share. Any advice?
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What damage is caused to kefir when it comes into contact with metal?

Advice differs. And what about contact with stainless steel, which was only invented in the 19th century, when kefir had already been consumed in the North Caucasus for centuries?
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Buying Milk Kefir Grains - Always dehydrated?

When buying milk kefir grains online, should I expect them to always be dehydrated? Or is it possible to buy hydrated ones online? It seems the rehydrating process can take a while so I wonder if I can avoid it.
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How to increase the carbonation for water Kefir fermentation?

I want to make my fermented water kefir drink more fizzy. I used to following recipe 1st Fermentation 24h 78g sugar 237ml hot water 1.2 l room temp filtered water 2nd Fermentation 48h 51ml Lemon Juice 1l Kefir water from 1st Fermentation…
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