Kombucha is fizzy, sweet, and somewhat sour, unlike morning tea. Green or black tea with SCOBY bacteria and yeast ferments into kombucha. Symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast–not a typo of a cartoon character.
Known for its therapeutic benefits for over two millennia in China, this peculiar beverage has become popular in California. It's naturally high in probiotics, and study suggests it's as healthy as yogurt. Kobucha is touted for its health advantages, but how much is too much?
Fortunately, kombucha can and should be drunk daily. If you're new, start slowly and see how your body reacts. Kombucha can be drunk a week after opening if you have leftovers. If you've been sipping this tangy, cider-like delight frequently, you can drink it three times a day. Can you overdo it?
To modify their bodies, beginners should start with 2 to 4 ounces per day and progressively increase while consuming equivalent amounts of water.
Those habituated to this old gut-friendly drink can drink 12 ounces a day without much consideration. These instructions must be followed to avoid headaches, nausea, and stomach issues.
However, kombucha should be avoided in some instances. This is especially true for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding women because kombucha can contain up to 2% alcohol by volume per serving, however most commercial kombucha is alcohol-free.
Some kombucha brands include 120 calories per bottle because they contain sugar to feed the yeast during fermentation. Kombucha can improve your health and diet, but you should watch how your body reacts. One or two glasses a day is good as long as you don't overdo it.