Kombucha – Best Kept Secret for Healing

Kombucha is a fermented tea made with a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast). It can either be made with a sweetened black tea, or even green tea. The benefits of this tea are plentiful. Many people call Kombucha ‘mushroom tea,’ although it doesn’t actually contain any mushrooms. The SCOBY does, however have a mushroom look and feel to it.Often times after brewing the first batch of Kombucha, a ‘baby,’ SCOBY will form on the ‘mother,’ SCOBY. The SCOBY’s will keep producing more little SCOBYs, and get quite overwhelming. Also, if the Kombucha is not refrigerated, can grow to a very large size. Many people drink Kombucha on a daily basis, and are happy with its benefits.

Kombucha Is Powerful

Kombucha has been around for thousands of years, most prominently in Asia. Only later did the popularity of Kombucha start to flourish, and it has been around ever since. Some people have been concerned with the alcohol content of Kombucha because of the fermentation process, however, less than 0.5% of alcohol is presumed to be present in Kombucha.While some denounce any benefits of Kombucha, there are many more that promote its benefits.

So Many Benefits

Kombucha covers many nutritious benefits, including almost all of the vitamins in the B range. Vitamins B1,B2,B6 and B12 can all be found in Kombucha.The B vitamins are essential when the body is trying to process fats and protein. It also contains Vitamin C, great for protecting and boosting the immune system, and may also work like a detoxing agent. The sugar found in Kombucha aids in the fermenting process, as well as providing food for the yeast. Kombucha boosts your metabolism, all while giving the gut a much needed dose of probiotics. Probiotics are essential for maintaining a healthy digestive tract. Aside from the nutritious benefits, Kombucha also produces a variety of organic acids that help a body thrive. All these things work together to balance the body, and detoxify it of negative pollutants. It also works to help make the body’s PH balance normal, so an excess of Kombucha, could potentially throw that off. Kombucha works with the liver to help rid the body of abnormalities and toxins,all which can be detrimental to any individual. Kombucha has also been known to benefit those with diabetes, as it helps put more oxygen into the blood stream,and releasing the body of excess fats and wastes. Kombucha also helps balance the glandular system and lowers cholesterol. It works for constipation, obesity, ,arthritis, kidney stones and cancer. One of the side effects of Kombucha, when brewed properly, is Polysaccarides.Polysaccarides are generally what holds the connective tissue of human organs. When this is given to cancer patients, a marked difference is noted in healing, particularly in the early stages.Kombucha helps repair that tissue that could be potentially damaged by cancer. A recent study suggests that cancer patients who have been given Kombucha, on a fairly regular basis, have twice the survival rate of those not drinking Kombucha. Kombucha has also been known to alleviate digestive disorders, and help restore them to normal state. It also boosts energy levels, and is exceptionally high in anti-oxidants. When applied topically, Kombucha helps with eczema, psoriasis, and also for dandruff. It also can be used to help clear up the skin, from conditions such as acne.Acid reflux subsides as well when drinking Kombucha, as well as lowering stress levels. A few studies suggest that drinking Kombucha can help keep the color of your hair, keeping gray hairs to a minimum.Kombucha may also help aid in sleep disorders.It can give a sense of general well being, and could potentially even be an anti-fungal.It is also a great aid in proper joint care, helping maintain proper tissue structure, and relieve pain and tightness, as well as boosting lactic acid in your muscles after working out.Kombucha is great in helping normal function of the nervous system.In general, when deciding to start a Kombucha regime, it is considered a general health tonic, that will help nourish and maintain a healthy body.

Safety Concerns

Although Kombucha has been brewed for thousands of years, in environments probably less than stellar, precaution is always a must if you choose to brew your own Kombucha. While others will buy already bottled Kombucha, some may want to make their own. It is best to find out as much as you can first, in regards to Kombucha and brewing your own, as a imbalance of PH, can be very harmful to your body. Drinking an excess of Kombucha, may also possibly do more harm than good. It’s always best to be informed and if you’re concerned, to talk to your doctor before drinking Kombucha.

Always be aware of proper fermenting processes with Kombucha, as some people may be allergic to airborne yeasts, that could potentially occur.

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