FAQ About Kombucha
October 5, 2008
Kombucha is a relly interesting beverage, hence it’s no wonder why there are so many questions surrounding its use. If you are new to kombucha, then it will definitely be of good use to you to read the lines bellow.
What Is Kombucha?
Kombucha is turning out to be the new health drink in USA, as many people are now embracing it due to its taste and health benefits. Kombucha is a form of tea, but fermented using colonies of bacteria and yeast, a process which results in production of a various vitamins, amino acids, and mild acids including acetic acid found in vinegar. Kombucha can be produced by adding the right amount of bacteria and yeast cultures to black or green tea.
What Are The Benefits?
There are various benefits related to the consumption of kombucha. First of all, kombucha helps the liver detoxify, reducing the effects of various toxins in the body. So if you have been on an alcoholic ‘diet’ for several days, it’s a good idea to help your liver get back to normal by drinking plenty of kombucha every day. Kombucha also has immune boosting properties, and ability to fight a variety of health maladies such as cancer, arthritis.
Are There Any Concerns Regarding Kombucha?
There are some reports claiming that the consumption of kombucha might cause certain problems. One such concern is associated with the potential for Kombucha tea cultures to be contaminated with bacteria or fungi that cause disease, especially if the fermentation process takes place at home under less than sanitary conditions. Other health concerns relate to allergic reactions, adverse effects on the liver, and the potential for it to interact with medications that the person could be taking already.
How Can I Make A Kombucha Tea?
Traditionally, kombucha tea was made from sugar and black tea. But one older recipe calls for the use of sugar, elder berries, and rose hips. For a gallon size batch use 1 1/4 cup sugar and 3 teaspoons of elder berries and 3 to 6 teaspoons of rose hips. This will result in a very nice fruity kombucha drink with lots of vitamin C in it.
Can I Get Drunk From Kombucha?
As mentioned, kombucha is made out of fermented tea, so it contains certain amount of alcohol (0.5% to 1%), but can you get drunk from it? Well, you might, but take into account that considering the amount of alcohol contained in it, you will have to drink an entire gallon of kombucha to match the drinking a half can of beer. Or in other words, kombucha tea has the same amount of alcohol as a fermented piece of fruit.
What Does Kombucha Contain?
Kombucha contains a raange of vitamins and minerals, including - B1(thiamine) B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (Pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine ), B15 (pangamic acid), Biotin (Folic Acid), Choline, Inositol, PABA (para-amino benzoic acid), RNA (ribonucleic acid), Acetic acid, Caffeine, Citric acid.
When Should I Drink Kombucha?
Dr. Sklenar, a Kombucha pioneer from Germany, suggests that the first glass should be taken before breakfast on an empty stomach and the rest during the day after meals.
Can I Drink Kombucha Continiously?
It’s wise as it all types of medication and supplements to take a break from kombucha at least every 2-3 months.
Kombucha and Weight Loss
September 16, 2008
Kombucha has a number of benefits and one of them is directly related to weight loss. Kombucha is a healthy drink made out of fermenting tea and sugar with the kombucha culture. As a result of mixing up those ingredients, you get a drink with a taste that’s something in the middle of sparkling apple cider and champagne. Kombucha drinks are rich in antioxidants and kombucha protects your body by detoxifying it. Kombucha has been used for bringing back in balance and giving one a sense of well-being. It is even believed that kombucha can extend life. There is not enough scientific research being done to confirm these claims, but true believers drink daily. Kombucha drinks are all natural and tasteful.
The relationship between kombucha and weight loss lies in the fact that the miracle tea increases metabolism. The definition of metabolism in wikipedia is the following: “Metabolism is the set of chemical reactions that occur in living organisms in order to maintain life. These processes allow organisms to grow and reproduce, maintain their structures, and respond to their environments.” In other words, metabolism is the process of absorbing the food. Having a ‘faster’ metabolism means that you burn into energy and protein for the muscles everything you eat, hence just a small portion of the food (if any) is converted into body fat. That’s why you probably wonder why some of your friends who drink beer and eat all the time are as thin and thick as a stick. So by drinking kombucha tea daily, your metabolism will actually speed up, hence it will absorb more efficiently everything that’s consumed.
When kombucha is used mainly for weight loss, it is recommended that you have a 4 ounce glass before every meal. Kombucha helps the digestion process, which is another advantage if you want to loose weight, since a higher percentage of the food you eat will be processed, so you can eat less and still feel satisfied. It’s important to drink it on an empty stomach so that the ingredients contained in it can have maximum effect. German Dr. Gunther explains it best: “It is known in pharmacology that absorption of certain active substances (e.g., certain fungicides) into the bloodstream or lymphstream is reduced if taken before meals. The small amounts of antibiotic substances contained in Kombucha are rendered especially effective when the beverage is taken in the morning on an empty stomach whereas, for example, the organic acids stimulate a better functioning of the digestive processes when the beverage is taken after the more ample midday and evening meals.”
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