Kombucha

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has sweet and tart taste.

Usage Tips

Kombucha can served as a beverage.
It can be used as a substitute to vinegar in salad dressing.
It can also be used to marinate meat.

Common names and forms

Organic Kombucha

Description

Kombucha is a sweet, fizzy beverage prepared with yeast, sugar and fermented tea. It is a sweetened black tea or green tea which is fermented and then carbonated.

Health benefits

Kombucha is full of powerful antioxidants that helps in detoxification of the body. It also helps to fight inflammation.⁽¹⁾
It contains high levels of beneficial acid, probiotics, amino acids and enzymes that supports digestive system and prevents stomach ulcers.⁽¹⁾
It also contains high amounts of vitamin B12 that helps to increase energy levels.⁽¹⁾
Kombucha helps treat lung diseases such as silicosis.⁽¹⁾
It is a powerful antibacterial agent that fights against food infections.⁽¹⁾
It is good for cardiovascular health as it helps to regulate cholesterol levels.⁽¹⁾
Kombucha is also helpful for healthy liver as it protects the liver from oxidative stress.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Check for the sugar content present in kombucha. Also check the flavours while buying in order to choose according to your preference.

Note

Consuming too much kombucha can lead to weight gain because it has high sugar content. Also, excessive consumption of kombucha can cause bloating and gas. People with cancer, kidney issues, HIV or many other serious diseases should avoid kombucha.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://draxe.com/7-reasons-drink-kombucha-everyday/

(2) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/kombucha-side-effects#section1

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